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After I had almost emptied the last precious drop of my Acqua di Giò Profumo Parfum a while ago, I felt heavy-hearted, thinking I would never see it again. I thought. Until now. When I stood in the perfume store, I thought of shower gel when I first sprayed Ocean of a Midnight Moon and then ended up reaching for Vicebomb from the same house. However, I took the test strip home with me, and at home, I kept sniffing it, went to bed, and couldn't sleep. You know that feeling. What is this? Where do I know it from? Then my eyes widened, and I realized, you still have the bottle. I got up again, rummaged through the collection drawer for the flask, brought it close. Yup, that's it, sniffed against it. Yes! Bullseye. It's what I've been searching for for a very long time. A worthy substitute for the Acqua di Giò Profumo Parfum, it doesn't quite match it, but a layman would hardly notice the difference. This one is even a bit deeper, with brutal longevity and sufficient sillage. Dear Simone Andreoli, thank you, you have made a middle-aged man very happy. This thing is so well absorbed and is worn regularly. THE scent for a godfather. Fresh but dark, just the way I like it.

Sometimes you buy blindly - and immediately regret it. After the first spray, I thought only: WTF? This intrusive grapefruit was just too aggressive for me. It annoyed me so much that the bottle went straight into the cupboard. Selling it wouldn’t have been worth it anyway at that price. So the thing sat around for a whole year - written off.

Last week, I gave it a spray on my arm. And BAM - what a difference! The grapefruit is now much tamer, almost creamy. In return, the woods come into play: warm, slightly sweet, with a hint of amber that rounds it all off. The patchouli really stays in the background, but gives the fragrance some grounding.

It has transformed from an annoying grapefruit stinker into a solid summer buddy. On the first warm days, it surprised me again and again with its versatility. Yes, it is synthetic - but in a modern, clean way that works well.

Conclusion: Sometimes fragrances just need time. What was initially a bad purchase is now a real insider tip for sunny days. Colleagues, give your bottles a second chance - they can surprise you.

Liam by Lattafa is perfectly suited for gray, cool days - it provides exactly the warmth needed then. The opening is spicy and creamy: cardamom meets a lot of dark black tea, rounded off with sweet fig. In the heart, it actually gets interesting: labdanum and iris create a powdery depth, overall. Vetiver also brings the necessary grounding in any case. The base is very soft and cozy: vanilla, sandalwood, tonka bean, and also a hint of patchouli create quite an elegant, warm embrace.

Sounds expensive? It isn’t - but it smells like it. If it were poured into a bottle from the Gentleman Givenchy line, no one would doubt it. Compared to BDK Gris Charnel, Liam is a bit coarser, a bit less nuanced, but the similarity is unmistakable. Not a Potemkin village, but rather a fragrance with truly real character - charming, subtly understated, and simply perfect for rather melancholic moments.

You know, this fragrance has been on my list for a damn long time. And now that I finally have it, I can tell you one thing: It’s really, really good. This summer? I’m going to rock it up and down - you get me? It’s that good.

The first spray? Bam! Fresh like a slap in the face - but in a good way, you know? The Italian lemon gives you a real kick of life in your nose, nice and zesty, not too sharp, just right. And then... then comes this aquatic touch, like a breeze straight from the sea. You stand there, the waves crashing on the shore, you feel the sand under your feet - that’s exactly how it smells.

But wait... there’s more to it. This Australian coastal moss? It pulls you right in, green, almost a bit wild - as if you’re in the middle of the forest and by the sea at the same time. And then... then comes this French sage. It adds a certain spice to the whole thing - a cheeky kick that says: Watch out, I’m not here to play games. And then - poof - this Egyptian geranium sneaks in. Soft, slightly sweet - but not too much. You know what I mean? A hint of elegance that says: I have class, but I don’t talk about it.

And in the end? This Virginia cedar lays down on top - warm, woody, like the calm after a long day. You sit there, drink in hand, the sun setting... that’s exactly how it feels.

Pacific Rock Moss is not just a fragrance. No... it’s a statement. You wear it, and people know: You’d better not mess with that one.

This is one of those fragrances that leaves no doubt from the very first spray: It hits you right in the face. The combination of oriental, woody, and spicy notes unfolds a powerful presence that doesn't dissipate quickly.

The top note of saffron and lavender creates an exciting contrast. The saffron brings a slightly bitter spiciness, while the lavender adds a touch of freshness that gives the fragrance some air - just enough so that it doesn't feel overwhelming.

In the heart, the oud takes control - and it does so with full force. The oud comes across very medicinal, and accompanied by strong nutmeg, it becomes smoky and spicy, almost edgy. Here, the dark, unrefined side of the fragrance reveals itself, making it very distinctive.

The base of musk and patchouli rounds it all off without bringing too much warmth or sweetness into play. Instead, the fragrance remains dry, powerful, and with a slight sharpness that makes it quite intense.

Beware, this is not a cozy cuddle fragrance - it’s more of a statement. Those who have a penchant for powerful, spicy, and dry creations that don’t drown in sweet mixtures will surely find joy here. This one leaves an impression - not through pleasantries, but through character.