Judy0703

My husband's exact words: What kind of penetrating deodorant are you wearing? To be honest, the scent smells to me like a run-of-the-mill powdery-fresh rose fragrance. One thing you have to give it credit for is the longevity and sillage - they are fantastic! The bottle is up for debate. However, the emerald green color is definitely eye-catching.

At first, I was unsure whether I liked it or not. But this scent just wouldn't leave my mind. After my fresh bottle broke on the floor after a few days (at that moment, my heart broke a little too), I knew...shit, I have to order it again, like it or not, it's too beautiful. The bottle screams spring/summer and simply puts me in a good mood. For me, the scent is not a reinvention, yet it brings together the most beautiful elements of Delina Eau de Parfum, Delina La Rosée, and Roses Vanille Eau de Parfum in one fragrance. This scent also seems to be a real crowd-pleaser and compliment getter. Every time I wear this fragrance, I get approached about it - that doesn't happen to me very often. A colleague (who is not into niche fragrances) wants to buy this scent for herself after smelling it on me. BDK has created its next bestseller here alongside Gris Charnel Eau de Parfum.

The Valaya Exclusif is the powdery version of the Valaya Exclusif. Contrary to many opinions here, I prefer to stick with the original. Compared to Valaya Eau de Parfum, the Valaya Exclusif stands out with a prominent almond note that somehow bothers me. Perhaps it is also the Ambroxan that disturbs me or the combination of both. The almond note makes the wearer seem a bit older, but nonetheless well-groomed (hence the association with the mother of Valaya). Valaya Eau de Parfum is an absolute all-rounder for me...suitable for any season and occasion. I love the freshness, lightness, and creaminess that Valaya has, and I have often been complimented on this fragrance. I even wore it layered with "Casamorati - Dama Bianca (Eau de Parfum) | XerJoff" at my own wedding. An incredibly beautiful summer combination. Those looking for a powdery and almondy version of Valaya Eau de Parfum will find it in Valaya Exclusif. I remain loyal to the OG Valaya Eau de Parfum and will probably need to get a new bottle soon.

Love at first sniff! Valaya - mature, elegant, and sexy in its own way. For me, this fragrance embodies the perfect bride. A woman who has her life under control; knows what she wants and wants to smell particularly special on this special day without being too much. The scent reminds me of spring in summer. Many fragrances, in my opinion, just don't work in the height of summer...certain notes suddenly smell musty or the scent just doesn't radiate like it does in spring. However, I can really imagine Valaya in summer as well. The listed citrus notes are more in the background for me. For me, a musk-vanilla cloud dominates, passing by a peach tree (mind you, Valaya is the first fragrance that has caught me with its peach note). This scent really has signature potential. A strong contender for my civil wedding in summer.

First sniff - great love! Actually, I'm not much of a cherry fan, but Duchessa has taught me otherwise. After I cautiously approached the world of cherries with "Rouge Smoking (Eau de Parfum) | bdk Parfums," I thought okay... everyone is talking about Duchessa, you have to at least test it. Duchessa has convinced me from the opening to the drydown. The sweetness of the fragrance is very balanced. Black cherry and marzipan are the main stars for me - clove, bitter orange, and blood orange peel give the fragrance that certain something. The scent tends slightly feminine for me. However, anyone who likes Herod will also be able to wear Duchessa as a man. Those looking for a slightly more masculine variant should try "Mandorle | Sora Dora."