Neon Garden Dries Van Noten 2022

A crazy scent.

I didn't know whether to throw away the sample or buy the bottle.
My first impression: clear neon. Artificial, somehow also like paper, but that was just the top note. After that, a surprisingly complex, almost skin-caressing scent develops on me. The fragrance lasts about 10 hours on me and it is: ultra-modern - like a gallery for contemporary paintings. Totally in the here and now and yet absolutely not pleasing. There is always a little unexpected twist to smell on me, which initially repelled me, but now I love it.

I tend to consider this more of a masculine scent, but it can look great on a woman. I couldn't even say if I find it fresh, but the sample kept me occupied for days and I haven't experienced that in a long time. I don't smell anything minty, maybe that's what I perceive as "paper."

The bottle looks great in the picture, let's see how it performs in reality; I ordered it with a clear conscience and look forward to replenishment. I find the scent an event and since this is the second from the house, I will seize every opportunity to try the others.
Unfortunately, a small test set is currently sold out, but if they are all like this - Hallelujah!