Star is a fragrance that has crossed my path repeatedly over the years. However, since it was often sold out or I wanted to focus on using up my existing perfumes, I overlooked my interest for a long time. In December 2025, I finally treated myself to it in a set with a body lotion and a travel spray. I should mention that I have not had any encounters with fragrances that are supposed to resemble it - so I couldn't imagine how Star would ultimately smell.
About the fragrance:
Right after spraying, I get the impression that Star holds back a bit. For some reason: I was expecting a scent explosion reminiscent of Arabic opulence. But that is not the case. As I approach the fragrance, I immediately notice a juicy, fruity component (probably the pineapple), but also a pronounced “smokiness.” I would compare this smoky note not to a campfire, but rather to a charcoal grill, meaning this element does not overwhelm with full force. However, the smokiness gradually diminishes after about 30 minutes, leaving behind the pineapple with a veil of vanilla and coconut milk (which only subtly peeks through, not prominently). This creamy development could also be related to the fig, which I can't specifically “sniff out,” but is always associated with creamy notes in my mind. One can sense praline and powdery, floral hints, but one has to concentrate specifically to catch them. Before my eyes appears a slice of pineapple, prepared on a charcoal grill and then refined with vanilla cream, powdered sugar, and caramel topping.
I am not a big fan of smoky notes, but in this case, I can overlook it. The pineapple in Star, in my opinion, is phenomenally executed. Until now, I had the impression that pineapple in fragrances often comes with a piercing, synthetic “squeakiness,” which fortunately is not the case with this scent. This pineapple does not burn in the mouth when chewed, but rather melts away.
The longevity of Star is decent (moderate at 7-8 hours), but I have the impression that the sillage performs a bit close to the skin. However, I might just be imagining that. When I layer Star with the accompanying body lotion, the whole spectacle has a bit more punch.
