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For a long time, I thought I wouldn't need the SDJ perfume since I already own the scent-identical body spray - so I never really had an interest in the perfume version. However, a few days ago, the fragrance was significantly reduced, and since I have a tendency for "frustration shopping" (an extremely negative habit that has been following me for a few months now, as I currently have an "adult job"), I had to add the fragrance to my cart.
It arrived today, I sprayed it on today, and I am positively surprised. First of all, there's the bottle with the cap that looks like a golden disco ball, which greets you as soon as you open the packaging. Positive vibes all around.
The scent itself starts off similarly to the well-known Cheirosa 62 body spray, but shows much more depth as it develops. I also have the impression that the perfume unfolds less heavily / "stuffy," which I really like. Overall, the perfume version has a nuttier impression, while the body spray brings out the caramel more. The heliotrope, almond, and pistachio also reveal "dry" / slightly "dusty" elements - as if these ingredients had been ground into flour.
The sillage seems rather moderate at first sniff, but still more pronounced than with the body spray. The longevity has a bit more punch; I would estimate around 6 hours, depending on the dosage. Due to the marketing of Sol de Janeiro, many people believe that this is the perfect summer gourmand. In my opinion, however, the scent could be worn year-round. It is indeed light enough as a gourmand to be appealing in spring or summer, but also warm enough to be part of a winter repertoire. It reminds me a bit of Girl of Now by Elie Saab, which is much sweeter and places the almond more in the spotlight.

Star is a fragrance that has crossed my path repeatedly over the years. However, since it was often sold out or I wanted to focus on using up my existing perfumes, I overlooked my interest for a long time. In December 2025, I finally treated myself to it in a set with a body lotion and a travel spray. I should mention that I have not had any encounters with fragrances that are supposed to resemble it - so I couldn't imagine how Star would ultimately smell.

About the fragrance:
Right after spraying, I get the impression that Star holds back a bit. For some reason: I was expecting a scent explosion reminiscent of Arabic opulence. But that is not the case. As I approach the fragrance, I immediately notice a juicy, fruity component (probably the pineapple), but also a pronounced “smokiness.” I would compare this smoky note not to a campfire, but rather to a charcoal grill, meaning this element does not overwhelm with full force. However, the smokiness gradually diminishes after about 30 minutes, leaving behind the pineapple with a veil of vanilla and coconut milk (which only subtly peeks through, not prominently). This creamy development could also be related to the fig, which I can't specifically “sniff out,” but is always associated with creamy notes in my mind. One can sense praline and powdery, floral hints, but one has to concentrate specifically to catch them. Before my eyes appears a slice of pineapple, prepared on a charcoal grill and then refined with vanilla cream, powdered sugar, and caramel topping.

I am not a big fan of smoky notes, but in this case, I can overlook it. The pineapple in Star, in my opinion, is phenomenally executed. Until now, I had the impression that pineapple in fragrances often comes with a piercing, synthetic “squeakiness,” which fortunately is not the case with this scent. This pineapple does not burn in the mouth when chewed, but rather melts away.

The longevity of Star is decent (moderate at 7-8 hours), but I have the impression that the sillage performs a bit close to the skin. However, I might just be imagining that. When I layer Star with the accompanying body lotion, the whole spectacle has a bit more punch.

I was finally able to get my hands on this fragrance today, and it is now officially my favorite scent from the Spirit brand... and that’s despite the fact that I don’t really like coconut. But it smells really pleasant. You immediately get the coconut, but it’s well-balanced. The scent has a bit of an original Dove care product vibe, a certain creaminess/cleanliness. Still, it leans towards the gourmand direction, but without being too synthetic or cloyingly sweet - I really like that! In the past, I’ve often had bad experiences with coconut scents or body sprays, as they often made me feel nauseous. Fortunately, the Creamy Coconut doesn’t trigger that for me. I can imagine that it would layer well with the Sol De Janeiro 87 (, my favorite from SDJ). Both fragrances have a slightly refined, creamy sunscreen quality. Perfect for summer!

Right off the bat: I, like many others, also believe that Blue Jeans is definitely rounder and more successful than its feminine counterpart. Nevertheless, I don't think Red Jeans is bad - you just have to be in the mood for it, and then it's actually really great. The bottle looks quirky, even somewhat unserious, but that only emphasizes its special charm.

Red Jeans is a spring fragrance through and through; for summer, it would be a bit too "dull" for me personally (though it would still be wearable in the hotter months). I mainly smell peach and apricot, followed by musk and subtly creamy (yet simultaneously dry/stuffy) sandalwood. Vanilla and violet occasionally peek through, but I don't perceive the rest of the flowers. For me, the scent has something of vintage cosmetics, perhaps a lipstick? In any case, this vintage element gives the fragrance a powderiness that doesn't bother me at all. I must agree that Red Jeans is quite a synthetic scent - its synthetic nature doesn't evoke elegance but rather a cheerful youth. Nevertheless, more mature individuals could also wear this fragrance.

For me, Red Jeans is special because I don't know/own any comparable scent (I haven't sniffed at the vault yet). The fragrance spread before my time, and although I was too young to grasp it in my childhood in the 2000s, I feel nostalgic when I smell it. I wouldn't wear it every day, but now and then, I really crave this unfiltered synthetic.

Zara Hibiscus was my favorite summer fragrance last year. I would wear it mainly from late May to early September. It smells like rose hip tea, but chilled. Add ice cubes and some exotic fruit pieces. The acidity is definitely pronounced and could be perceived as "squeaky," but it doesn't bother me; I find it refreshing. Additionally, it's surprising how long the scent lasts. In my opinion, this is not a run-of-the-mill fruity-floral drugstore scent (which doesn't have to be bad; sometimes I long for such fragrances), but rather a cheerful and carefree ensemble with a certain extra. Since rose hip tea was my favorite tea in my childhood, I feel like my mouth waters a little when I sniff Zara Hibiscus. Nevertheless, I don't develop any gourmand associations; it remains a fresh, summery scent.