Valentina Valentino 2011

Hello dear perfume noses...

I really have to voice my veto regarding the negative reviews or comments.
Maybe I've now decided for myself that I should test fragrances multiple times to reach a final conclusion because....

I actually find Valentina really beautiful.
Yes, you're right: For many, it might be a bit unspectacular, but I find it quite special... And that’s for me! As I've mentioned several times, I love fresh, clear scents!
This one is neither fresh nor sporty, but in a certain way, it is clear. The "clarity" might be perceived by many as "uninspiring" or "unspectacular".
But now, a few details about the fragrance.

Valentina starts off very fruity, a bit sweet, but also slightly powdery due to amber and cedarwood. This makes the scent feel warm to me. So, it's more of a fragrance for autumn or winter.
I can clearly and distinctly smell the strawberry, which is not too sweet but rather juicy.
The scent is very vanillic, but I don't find the vanilla too sweet or sticky; rather, it feels very skin-like and cozy warm.

My husband really likes the scent; he finds it somehow feminine, romantic, and playfully sweet :)
Of course, it's not a powerhouse, but it suits a natural woman who doesn't always need to be in the spotlight and perhaps doesn't even want to be.

The only downside is the longevity: It's not really good for me! That's why I actually find it too expensive!