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Variety for Summer
Anyone who thinks they have figured out 
Burlington 1819 by reading the notes and believes it to be a dark, deep composition will be proven wrong upon testing. Instead, a fragrance unfolds that perfectly oscillates between fresh, fruity, and woody notes.
The scent:
The citrus notes initially provide a fruity-bitter opening. At times, a hint of mint can be detected. After about 30 minutes, the fragrance transforms - the scent of mint and cumin becomes more pronounced. Above all, the ginger note unfolds, adding another fresh kick. The ginger comes across very potent and is perhaps the only note that stands out in this perfume. Generally, this Roja is also incredibly refined and everything is finely tuned to one another. Nevertheless, ginger plays a rather prominent role. It develops in a fresh-bitter direction, giving Burlington a very clean character. Additionally, subtle notes of tobacco, saffron, and cinnamon emerge. Here, Burlington gains depth.
At this stage, Burlington remains quite long, and it takes some time for the base note of the fragrance to gain strength and for the ginger to subside a bit.
The conclusion consists of woody notes, along with musk, oakmoss, and vanilla. The base is somewhat less spectacular compared to the top and heart notes, but still impresses with the typical roja balance.
The performance:
Burlington 1819 indeed lasts the entire day and, with a slightly higher number of sprays, provides a sillage that is rarely found in such fresh fragrances.
Conclusion:
For those who are not fans of neroli or strong ginger scents, Burlington is definitely not a recommendation. Instead, my recommendation goes to anyone looking for a versatile summer fragrance or wanting to test a well-crafted perfume that leans towards old-school colognes.
Burlington 1819 by reading the notes and believes it to be a dark, deep composition will be proven wrong upon testing. Instead, a fragrance unfolds that perfectly oscillates between fresh, fruity, and woody notes. The scent:
The citrus notes initially provide a fruity-bitter opening. At times, a hint of mint can be detected. After about 30 minutes, the fragrance transforms - the scent of mint and cumin becomes more pronounced. Above all, the ginger note unfolds, adding another fresh kick. The ginger comes across very potent and is perhaps the only note that stands out in this perfume. Generally, this Roja is also incredibly refined and everything is finely tuned to one another. Nevertheless, ginger plays a rather prominent role. It develops in a fresh-bitter direction, giving Burlington a very clean character. Additionally, subtle notes of tobacco, saffron, and cinnamon emerge. Here, Burlington gains depth.
At this stage, Burlington remains quite long, and it takes some time for the base note of the fragrance to gain strength and for the ginger to subside a bit.
The conclusion consists of woody notes, along with musk, oakmoss, and vanilla. The base is somewhat less spectacular compared to the top and heart notes, but still impresses with the typical roja balance.
The performance:
Burlington 1819 indeed lasts the entire day and, with a slightly higher number of sprays, provides a sillage that is rarely found in such fresh fragrances.
Conclusion:
For those who are not fans of neroli or strong ginger scents, Burlington is definitely not a recommendation. Instead, my recommendation goes to anyone looking for a versatile summer fragrance or wanting to test a well-crafted perfume that leans towards old-school colognes.
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Comparison: Perfume vs. Eau de Parfum
Manhattan starts with a strong bergamot and lavender note. After a few minutes, the top note loses its intensity. Slowly, floral notes emerge, accompanied by cinnamon and tobacco.
Interwoven throughout is a slightly sweet, creamy coconut that is hard to perceive explicitly. Nevertheless, I feel like I have coconut in my nose again and again. For me, this gives Manhattan a youthful, fresh quality and adds complexity.
With the perfume concentration, the woody notes, as well as the spices and patchouli, are more pronounced and noticeable on my skin earlier than with the Eau de Parfum. The latter feels a bit fresher, lighter, and overall more transparent.
The scent progression is similar in both versions. After a short time, a pleasantly dry tobacco note pushes through the nuances, adding further warmth to the fragrance. The floral notes fade a bit, and the scent becomes darker. With the spices and tobacco, Manhattan gains more depth. In the drydown, a wonderfully creamy composition develops with the woody notes.
The perfume overall feels spicier and denser. At times, it has a slightly scratchy quality - something unfortunately bothers me. The Eau de Parfum is more transparent and feels more balanced to me personally.
However, the perfume offers better performance.
Manhattan Parfum
Longevity: 8-10 hours
Sillage: 5-7 hours
Manhattan Eau de Parfum
Longevity: 6-8 hours
Sillage: 4-5 hours
My tip would be to test Manhattan on your own skin. For me, it is an absolute must-have, especially for the autumn days.
Interwoven throughout is a slightly sweet, creamy coconut that is hard to perceive explicitly. Nevertheless, I feel like I have coconut in my nose again and again. For me, this gives Manhattan a youthful, fresh quality and adds complexity.
With the perfume concentration, the woody notes, as well as the spices and patchouli, are more pronounced and noticeable on my skin earlier than with the Eau de Parfum. The latter feels a bit fresher, lighter, and overall more transparent.
The scent progression is similar in both versions. After a short time, a pleasantly dry tobacco note pushes through the nuances, adding further warmth to the fragrance. The floral notes fade a bit, and the scent becomes darker. With the spices and tobacco, Manhattan gains more depth. In the drydown, a wonderfully creamy composition develops with the woody notes.
The perfume overall feels spicier and denser. At times, it has a slightly scratchy quality - something unfortunately bothers me. The Eau de Parfum is more transparent and feels more balanced to me personally.
However, the perfume offers better performance.
Manhattan Parfum Longevity: 8-10 hours
Sillage: 5-7 hours
Manhattan Eau de Parfum Longevity: 6-8 hours
Sillage: 4-5 hours
My tip would be to test Manhattan on your own skin. For me, it is an absolute must-have, especially for the autumn days.
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Comparison: Perfume vs. Perfume Cologne
“A scent that skillfully harmonizes the balsamic sweetness of benzoin and vanilla with the dry masculinity of tobacco and cognac.” - this is how Roja Dove describes this fragrance.
Among all the onomatopoeic images that are, of course, part of Roja's marketing strategy, this statement stands out to me. It comes with an association that can be found in several reviews of this scent - Cherry Coke.
Enigma starts with a citrusy floral opening, which is soon dominated by a cherry-like heliotrope note. For me, Cherry Coke is the most striking association here.
It is interwoven with benzoin and a pleasant spritziness. The fragrance has a sparkling quality that at times really reminds one of soda. This may seem initially confusing, but together with a creamy sweet vanilla, it unfolds into a pure scent spectacle. In "Enigma pour Homme / Creation-E pour Homme (Parfum) | Roja Parfums," the woody notes, as well as the tobacco and patchouli, are more pronounced and noticeable on my skin earlier than in the Perfume Cologne. The latter starts fresher and feels overall more transparent.
The scent progression is similar in both versions. After a short time, a balanced cognac note emerges beneath the nuances, adding further warmth to the fragrance without ever becoming too alcoholic. The soda component fades a bit, and the scent becomes more floral. With spicy notes and the slightly smoky tobacco, Enigma gains more depth. As the scent develops, tobacco and vanilla come to the forefront. Together with the woody notes, a wonderfully creamy composition unfolds.
My advice would be to test Enigma on your own skin, as the versatility and richness of the scent only become apparent throughout its entire progression.
The perfume feels overall spicier and denser. The Perfume Cologne is significantly more transparent, which characterizes this scent concentration for me. This makes it extremely wearable even on warm days.
In terms of performance, the perfume far outperforms the Perfume Cologne.
Enigma (Perfume Cologne):
Longevity: 5-6 hours
Sillage: 2-3 hours
Enigma pour Homme (Perfume):
Longevity: 7-8 hours
Sillage: 5-6 hours
Now, Enigma is no longer a hidden gem, and the price is relatively high. Therefore, I would only recommend purchasing after extensive testing. Roja prides itself on using particularly many natural ingredients - which is certainly noticeable in the fragrances. However, the performance often corresponds accordingly, which is why I can understand that some are dissatisfied with the price-performance ratio. For all those who want to get the maximum out of their money, Enigma is definitely not a recommendation.
Instead, my recommendation goes to anyone looking to smell something new or try something extraordinary. Those seeking an unusual scent progression and plenty of recognition potential are likely to be happy with this Cherry Cola cocktail.
Among all the onomatopoeic images that are, of course, part of Roja's marketing strategy, this statement stands out to me. It comes with an association that can be found in several reviews of this scent - Cherry Coke.
Enigma starts with a citrusy floral opening, which is soon dominated by a cherry-like heliotrope note. For me, Cherry Coke is the most striking association here.
It is interwoven with benzoin and a pleasant spritziness. The fragrance has a sparkling quality that at times really reminds one of soda. This may seem initially confusing, but together with a creamy sweet vanilla, it unfolds into a pure scent spectacle. In "Enigma pour Homme / Creation-E pour Homme (Parfum) | Roja Parfums," the woody notes, as well as the tobacco and patchouli, are more pronounced and noticeable on my skin earlier than in the Perfume Cologne. The latter starts fresher and feels overall more transparent.
The scent progression is similar in both versions. After a short time, a balanced cognac note emerges beneath the nuances, adding further warmth to the fragrance without ever becoming too alcoholic. The soda component fades a bit, and the scent becomes more floral. With spicy notes and the slightly smoky tobacco, Enigma gains more depth. As the scent develops, tobacco and vanilla come to the forefront. Together with the woody notes, a wonderfully creamy composition unfolds.
My advice would be to test Enigma on your own skin, as the versatility and richness of the scent only become apparent throughout its entire progression.
The perfume feels overall spicier and denser. The Perfume Cologne is significantly more transparent, which characterizes this scent concentration for me. This makes it extremely wearable even on warm days.
In terms of performance, the perfume far outperforms the Perfume Cologne.
Enigma (Perfume Cologne):
Longevity: 5-6 hours
Sillage: 2-3 hours
Enigma pour Homme (Perfume):
Longevity: 7-8 hours
Sillage: 5-6 hours
Now, Enigma is no longer a hidden gem, and the price is relatively high. Therefore, I would only recommend purchasing after extensive testing. Roja prides itself on using particularly many natural ingredients - which is certainly noticeable in the fragrances. However, the performance often corresponds accordingly, which is why I can understand that some are dissatisfied with the price-performance ratio. For all those who want to get the maximum out of their money, Enigma is definitely not a recommendation.
Instead, my recommendation goes to anyone looking to smell something new or try something extraordinary. Those seeking an unusual scent progression and plenty of recognition potential are likely to be happy with this Cherry Cola cocktail.
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A Safe Bet
At the outset, I would like to point out that my review refers to all batches before the reformulation in 2021.
Uden starts with grapefruit and lemon. The opening is dominated by a blend of citrus and woody notes, similar to what you find in many designer fragrances.
Perhaps this is why this scent is often criticized for lacking originality or for resembling drugstore fragrances like "Sculpture Homme (Eau de Toilette) | Nikos." I can understand the skepticism towards such a pleasing and simultaneously high-priced fragrance. However, Xerjoff does some things differently at a crucial point here.
After the strongly citrus opening, floral notes gradually come into play. The coffee also makes a slight appearance on my skin and adds a pleasant spiciness to the fragrance. At times, a light rum note emerges. As the fragrance develops, the citrus freshness takes a back seat. The previously described spiciness intensifies in the drydown, rounding off the scent with a creamy vanilla note.
For me, Uden is the perfect all-rounder. It works as a signature scent, as well as an office fragrance, and due to its likability, it should also be interesting for niche beginners.
Uden impresses with a complex composition that still manages to be unobtrusive. It’s essentially the perfect everyday fragrance, although I prefer to wear it in summer, as the performance naturally diminishes in cooler temperatures.
Uden lasts about 8-10 hours on my skin. The sillage is extremely impressive for such a fresh scent… unfortunately, the longevity and performance have become abysmal after the 2021 reformulation.
Of course, Uden is in the upper price segment. But for those willing to pay the price, you get a fresh fragrance with extremely natural scent notes and a performance that is hard to match. If you manage to get a version with a production date before July 2021, grab it without hesitation!
Uden starts with grapefruit and lemon. The opening is dominated by a blend of citrus and woody notes, similar to what you find in many designer fragrances.
Perhaps this is why this scent is often criticized for lacking originality or for resembling drugstore fragrances like "Sculpture Homme (Eau de Toilette) | Nikos." I can understand the skepticism towards such a pleasing and simultaneously high-priced fragrance. However, Xerjoff does some things differently at a crucial point here.
After the strongly citrus opening, floral notes gradually come into play. The coffee also makes a slight appearance on my skin and adds a pleasant spiciness to the fragrance. At times, a light rum note emerges. As the fragrance develops, the citrus freshness takes a back seat. The previously described spiciness intensifies in the drydown, rounding off the scent with a creamy vanilla note.
For me, Uden is the perfect all-rounder. It works as a signature scent, as well as an office fragrance, and due to its likability, it should also be interesting for niche beginners.
Uden impresses with a complex composition that still manages to be unobtrusive. It’s essentially the perfect everyday fragrance, although I prefer to wear it in summer, as the performance naturally diminishes in cooler temperatures.
Uden lasts about 8-10 hours on my skin. The sillage is extremely impressive for such a fresh scent… unfortunately, the longevity and performance have become abysmal after the 2021 reformulation.
Of course, Uden is in the upper price segment. But for those willing to pay the price, you get a fresh fragrance with extremely natural scent notes and a performance that is hard to match. If you manage to get a version with a production date before July 2021, grab it without hesitation!
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From Elegant to Casual
Naysayers might call this fragrance excessive... but Accento still has one advantage:
This is a scent that can be adapted to any situation depending on the dosage, equally fitting for both elegant and casual occasions. It opens up a multitude of possibilities; you just have to take advantage of them...
The fragrance:
Accento begins with a strong note of pineapple, accompanied in the background by hyacinths and lemons. On my skin, the pineapple is most pronounced in the top notes. As it develops, floral notes emerge. In the heart, Accento takes on a slightly powdery quality with jasmine and iris. Slowly, musk and vanilla join in. The combination of musk and floral notes lingers quite a while, giving the fragrance a lasting powdery essence. Vetiver and patchouli are only faintly detectable in the drydown, but they lay pleasantly subtle behind the other nuances. Here, the fragrance becomes truly exciting and extraordinary - vanilla and vetiver lend it a certain creaminess and allow the scent to fade away gracefully.
For me, Accento is a fragrance that can captivate you with its development. The longevity on my skin is 10-12 hours, and the sillage noticeably diminishes after about 5-6 hours, becoming more intimate.
For me, it is the perfect companion through the warmer months. Accento fits into nearly every setting and not only shows strong projection but also garners plenty of appreciation.
The bottle:
Honestly, I expected a bit more from the presentation/packaging. However, the bottle is certainly very high-quality and, not least due to its velvety appearance, is very appealingly designed.
Conclusion:
With Accento, you get a fruity powdery unisex all-rounder that is definitely worth a bottle. Whether as an entry into the niche world, as an alternative to Erba Pura, or simply as a signature scent - Accento can offer all of that; you just have to want to wear it.
This is a scent that can be adapted to any situation depending on the dosage, equally fitting for both elegant and casual occasions. It opens up a multitude of possibilities; you just have to take advantage of them...
The fragrance:
Accento begins with a strong note of pineapple, accompanied in the background by hyacinths and lemons. On my skin, the pineapple is most pronounced in the top notes. As it develops, floral notes emerge. In the heart, Accento takes on a slightly powdery quality with jasmine and iris. Slowly, musk and vanilla join in. The combination of musk and floral notes lingers quite a while, giving the fragrance a lasting powdery essence. Vetiver and patchouli are only faintly detectable in the drydown, but they lay pleasantly subtle behind the other nuances. Here, the fragrance becomes truly exciting and extraordinary - vanilla and vetiver lend it a certain creaminess and allow the scent to fade away gracefully.
For me, Accento is a fragrance that can captivate you with its development. The longevity on my skin is 10-12 hours, and the sillage noticeably diminishes after about 5-6 hours, becoming more intimate.
For me, it is the perfect companion through the warmer months. Accento fits into nearly every setting and not only shows strong projection but also garners plenty of appreciation.
The bottle:
Honestly, I expected a bit more from the presentation/packaging. However, the bottle is certainly very high-quality and, not least due to its velvety appearance, is very appealingly designed.
Conclusion:
With Accento, you get a fruity powdery unisex all-rounder that is definitely worth a bottle. Whether as an entry into the niche world, as an alternative to Erba Pura, or simply as a signature scent - Accento can offer all of that; you just have to want to wear it.
