Well, the headline is a bit sensational, I admit, but I have to say in my defense that I was and still am never the biggest fan of "Fresh out of the Shower - so clean and fresh" scents #sic Jeremy ☺
So how did the Mandarin from Amalfi make it into my collection?
Quite simply... Quality is key! Why should I sniff through hundreds of scents in the citrus segment when Mandarino simply convinces with its ingredients, and I actually don't like citrus scents that much? Of course, the astute and attentive reader might say: "Yes, but then you have no other reference and don't even know if there are other great citrus summer scents!...... Objection!!! #sic Phoenix Wright
As a good "Parfumo disciple," I have of course gathered a wide range across all fragrance areas... I just know what I like and what I don't.
In direct comparison to, for example, "Happy for Men Eau de Toilette," which I also like for nostalgic reasons, Tom Ford wipes the floor with Amalfi in passing! (This is a somewhat unfair comparison, I admit, but the ingredients simply showcase their superiority)
The scent itself is simply perfectly balanced! The namesake mandarin (actually grapefruit and orange) dominates with a fresh, slightly bitter yet sweet note, whose foundation, creamy nuances, hold throughout the entire scent progression. (At least on my skin, according to various feedback) DELICIOUS!
The biggest weak point, as some have already pointed out, is the longevity and sillage, which stings a bit given the price... for the wallet.
Conclusion: For people who have the necessary spare change, simply pay attention to good ingredients, and don't really know what to do with citrus scents, this fragrance is recommended.
@Alliage
You probably won't smell the mandarin. But speaking for myself, it's more of a "citrus potpourri" with a focus on orange and zesty grapefruit... I don't really pick up mandarin as a standalone fruit.
@MKPberlin
Aquatic scents rank right up there with citrus scents for me,...so they have a tough time ☺
Unfortunately, I haven't found any aquatic fragrances for my collection yet.
But I haven't tried the Aqua version of Amalfi yet; that could be a good idea.
I find the Acqua version even more beautiful and better in terms of H/S, not to mention the significantly lower price :)
Well written, and I understand you :)
You probably won't smell the mandarin. But speaking for myself, it's more of a "citrus potpourri" with a focus on orange and zesty grapefruit... I don't really pick up mandarin as a standalone fruit.
Aquatic scents rank right up there with citrus scents for me,...so they have a tough time ☺
Unfortunately, I haven't found any aquatic fragrances for my collection yet.
But I haven't tried the Aqua version of Amalfi yet; that could be a good idea.
Well written, and I understand you :)