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Seta is a fragrance that immediately stands out with its elegant presence. The opening is light and airy, with floral and citrusy raspberry accents that give the scent a fresh yet refined character. In the heart note, Seta unfolds in all its glory: white flowers and a creamy, silky texture dominate, creating a feeling of softness and warmth that instantly reminds me of elegant fabrics like silk. The base harmoniously rounds off the fragrance with fine woody and musky nuances that linger on the skin for a long time, imparting a certain sensuality to the perfume. Overall, Seta feels both classic and modern, elegant and understated, yet present enough to leave an impression. I believe it is a fragrance for those who appreciate noble, citrusy raspberry and floral compositions, ideal for everyday wear as well as special occasions, and particularly suitable for the transitional seasons of spring and autumn.

Izmir starts with a strong pineapple. Zesty citrus notes provide freshness and are consistently present. After a short time, a floral heart of rose and iris unfolds, lightly spiced by clove. The transition is smooth. Nothing feels jagged or restless.

In the base, warm woods, patchouli, and oak moss dominate, softly nestled in vanilla and tonka bean. Here, the scent becomes noticeably calmer and more pleasant to wear, with a very slight creamy sweetness that lingers for a long time. Despite the sweetness, the citrus remains very prominent.

Longevity is extremely good, and the sillage is also very present. Overall, a very balanced perfume that is well harmonized. Izmir feels luxurious and versatile, neither overloaded nor trivial. A fruity-spicy all-rounder with an elegant aura that shines especially on warm days.

Onyx Black is an exciting new addition to my collection, as I only own Aqua de Dora so far and have already tested Moonlight and "Forever Love | Pana Dora," both of which I liked very much. The expectations for Onyx Black were therefore high.

Upon spraying, lemon and bergamot unfold a bright note, followed by a light sweetness. Strong oriental spices, especially cinnamon and nutmeg, quickly come to the forefront.

Over time, resinous and woody notes emerge, with cedar and fir resin adding depth. Amber, labdanum, and cypriol provide a dark, smoky, and earthy facet that characterizes the fragrance for hours.

Onyx Black feels warm, spicy, and oriental without being overwhelming. The sillage is pronounced, the longevity good, making it ideal for cooler months. It is elegant, mysterious, and suitable for special occasions, not as an all-rounder.

Despite my slight aversion to sweet fragrances, Onyx Black is an extremely successful addition to my collection.

I discovered Passion Island as part of a small test package and was immediately curious. Even the name sounds like a tropical cocktail, beach, and sunscreen. Exactly my type for hot days or gloomy moods.

Upon the first spray on my skin, one thought immediately came to mind: Monster Energy, flavor: Mango Loco. Anyone familiar with this drink will instantly draw the parallel. Brightly sweet, tropical, artificially fruity, with a slightly sticky undertone. It's this mix of overripe mango and passion fruit.

It feels like an exotic fruit basket with an added kick, but not natural or elegant, rather synthetic. The scent remains quite linear. After the somewhat flashy start, a creamy base does come in, but the main association stays: Mango Loco on ice.

The projection is quite strong, fading only after 7-8 hours. On clothing, it lasts a bit longer, while on the skin, it noticeably diminishes only after 10 hours.

I can imagine that this fragrance will appeal especially to younger people or those who enjoy sweet, attention-grabbing scents. Unfortunately, for me personally, it's not something I could wear long-term. Too sweet, too artificial, too much “Energy Drink.” Maybe just for fun on a summer day, but certainly not a long-lasting favorite.

With this review, I might rub some people the wrong way. Nevertheless, I want to share my honest opinion and briefly describe the fragrance.

Today, this scent arrived at my place through a sharing as a decant. I was really excited to test it, as the listed notes sounded exactly to my taste. So, I sprayed it once on a test strip and once directly on my skin. After a brief settling period, the first sniff came, and I was honestly shocked. My first thought: “Wow… this is unpleasant. I didn’t expect it to be like this.”

I gave the fragrance about ten minutes, hoping it would develop nicely. Unfortunately, the impression remained. To my nose, it smells extremely synthetic and has a strange, hard-to-place note throughout. Without wanting to offend anyone: To me, it smells like a fermented fruit cocktail. Not fresh, but rather unpleasant. Very prominently, coconut and mango stand out at first. Later, it becomes very creamy, and the citrus notes also come through strongly. Unfortunately, that one unpleasant note just won’t fade away.

To be fair, I must say: The sillage is remarkable. Whether that is desirable in this case is, of course, the question. I can’t comment on the longevity, as I had to wash the scent off fairly soon.

Of course, every nose is different. What is a dream scent for one person might simply not work for another. Personally, it’s unfortunately not for me at all. In discussions with other participants of the sharing, I received similar feedback, by the way.