Grasse Experience Milton-Lloyd

First of all: for about 30 years, my absolute favorite fragrance has been "Aromatics Elixir (Perfume) | Clinique," and I would love to still wear it, but unfortunately, I can only perceive it briefly right after spraying it on. That's why my search for a new "this-is-me fragrance" led me to this site (unfortunately with the usual collateral damage here, like the horrified look at my bank account or increasing lack of space *sigh*). Before this, I had hardly dealt with fragrances and had to learn 1. various technical terms and 2. how to categorize my preferences (e.g., "Chypre"... a few weeks ago, I had a huge question mark in my thought bubble regarding that term).

Thanks to a super sweet perfumer (a big thank you again to Igraine), who sent me a wonderful sample pack, and by reading the descriptions/reviews, I have learned a lot.

She was also the one who suggested I try the Grasse Experience. Given the price, I immediately did that... and what can I say? It is a really successful dupe, and to my great joy, I can even perceive it longer on me than my AE.
The GE is "milder" and less "harsh" (at the beginning) than the AE, but the composition is really very, very similar. There seems to be just a small difference that brings my perception back to life, but of course, I am totally happy :)

I can only agree with many statements regarding this: it is a subtler version of the AE (and at that price, it's really a joke), and for anyone who likes Chypre, it's a fragrance for every season and occasion, nothing sweet and/or powdery (like me), but rather something a bit more extraordinary. I can only recommend spending around 7.00 (!) euros (50 ml, Amazon) and giving it a try.