Incense Norma Kamali 1985

Thanks to Oloroso, I got a sample of this fragrance. As a big fan of incense scents, I had high hopes for it. But unfortunately, I was disappointed.

As the listed notes suggest, the "Incense" is very one-dimensional, and there is no noticeable development in the scent. I guess this is what a jacket would smell like after sitting by an Easter fire for a few hours. Very smoky and dark. This is not a matter of dosage; I only sprayed it once. After a few hours, the smoke becomes a bit more subdued, but I still can't find the "scent" pleasant.

I am glad for the sample and do not regret that this fragrance seems to be hard to come by; it is also said to be relatively expensive. I remain loyal to my favorite, "Messe de Minuit" by Etro. It radiates a wonderful warmth, the incense is aromatic without being overpowering, and the slight sweetness (at least at the beginning) is very pleasant.