Top Notes 
Bitter orange
Aperol
Pepper
Heart Notes 
Cardamom
Earl Grey tea
Nutmeg
Base Notes 
Vetiver
Cedarwood
Patchouli
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Winter is Coming
The thought of a never-ending summer seems too good to be true at times. After all, it's during the summer that the majority of people make the most memorable memories, whether it's holidays, weddings, summer camps, etc. Some of life's brightest days happen during the summer, and it's normal for us to want to cling to those moments because we never want them to end. And so, a fragrance that could perfectly replicate that feeling and carry that weight of never-ending bright days, full of grounding events that transcend into memories, sounds very enticing. But in the context of Never-ending Summer, I think winter is arriving soon.
This summer starts with a very bright and effervescent squeeze of bitter orange in your Aperol cocktail. It's fruity, juicy, slightly sweet and zesty, and thoroughly refreshing. You might also get hints of warm spicy pepper in the mix, but a realistic orange scent is what leads the way.
Once the cocktail passes through your bloodstream, you get yourself a tea ready to soothe yourself after an adventurous day. A mix of warmth and citruses with floral touches smoothly make their way into the air, accompanied by gentle cardamom spice and woody/nutty nutmeg. These are all supporting the blend from behind the curtains; the orange/citric aroma still takes the centerstage.
As things settle at the base, some tame vetiver joins the party, bringing with it mild touches of woodiness and earthiness. But mostly, it strikes more as dried grass in this instance. The cedarwood is even more muted, at best adding a drier woody touch, while the patchouli is just as hard to spot. So apart from the bright citric opening, the fragrance dries down rather disappointing, without much evolution, nor much to keep me excited. It's just a simple, nice, realistic orange scent, decently well put together, but unfortunately rather quiet.
That also applies to the performance, where while I got around 7 hours of longevity, the fragrance wasn't able to match that in terms of projection. I got about a 2 feet bubble around me for the first hour, after which the bubble would pop and it would rapidly settle down, becoming a skin scent by the 3-4 hour mark. Sure, citric-forward fragrances are generally never too loud, especially paired with tea notes, but I would've at least wished for a stronger base.
Versatility is its strongest quality, both the fragrance's and summer's. You can wear Never-ending Summer anywhere with ease, the same way a sunny summer day lets you partake in nearly any activity outside. From the office to school to outdoor events, you should find this to be an easy grab in any occasion.
But it won't be for me. Why? Simple: I've always preferred winter. Sure, the cold is harder to deal with, but the snowy sceneries along with the quieter, calmer course of the day win me over. And Never-ending Summer doesn't do enough from both a perfumery standpoint as well as a storytelling standpoint. I get no meaningful memories running through my mind when smelling this scent; no late summer camp nights, no walk along the Amalfi Coast, no longing for the warmth. It could be a different case for you, but unless you love citrus-first fragrances with extreme versatility, I think your money could be better spent elsewhere. Maybe better save up for a holiday next summer?
Overall Rating: 5.3/10
This summer starts with a very bright and effervescent squeeze of bitter orange in your Aperol cocktail. It's fruity, juicy, slightly sweet and zesty, and thoroughly refreshing. You might also get hints of warm spicy pepper in the mix, but a realistic orange scent is what leads the way.
Once the cocktail passes through your bloodstream, you get yourself a tea ready to soothe yourself after an adventurous day. A mix of warmth and citruses with floral touches smoothly make their way into the air, accompanied by gentle cardamom spice and woody/nutty nutmeg. These are all supporting the blend from behind the curtains; the orange/citric aroma still takes the centerstage.
As things settle at the base, some tame vetiver joins the party, bringing with it mild touches of woodiness and earthiness. But mostly, it strikes more as dried grass in this instance. The cedarwood is even more muted, at best adding a drier woody touch, while the patchouli is just as hard to spot. So apart from the bright citric opening, the fragrance dries down rather disappointing, without much evolution, nor much to keep me excited. It's just a simple, nice, realistic orange scent, decently well put together, but unfortunately rather quiet.
That also applies to the performance, where while I got around 7 hours of longevity, the fragrance wasn't able to match that in terms of projection. I got about a 2 feet bubble around me for the first hour, after which the bubble would pop and it would rapidly settle down, becoming a skin scent by the 3-4 hour mark. Sure, citric-forward fragrances are generally never too loud, especially paired with tea notes, but I would've at least wished for a stronger base.
Versatility is its strongest quality, both the fragrance's and summer's. You can wear Never-ending Summer anywhere with ease, the same way a sunny summer day lets you partake in nearly any activity outside. From the office to school to outdoor events, you should find this to be an easy grab in any occasion.
But it won't be for me. Why? Simple: I've always preferred winter. Sure, the cold is harder to deal with, but the snowy sceneries along with the quieter, calmer course of the day win me over. And Never-ending Summer doesn't do enough from both a perfumery standpoint as well as a storytelling standpoint. I get no meaningful memories running through my mind when smelling this scent; no late summer camp nights, no walk along the Amalfi Coast, no longing for the warmth. It could be a different case for you, but unless you love citrus-first fragrances with extreme versatility, I think your money could be better spent elsewhere. Maybe better save up for a holiday next summer?
Overall Rating: 5.3/10
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