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It's okay ... not really a hit, but alright
Just a quick note, after CDNIM (EDT) this is my second dupe of the great original by Creed ... and I have to say, I don't really know what to make of it *sigh*
At the beginning, in the top note, it is very pleasantly citrusy and refined, far less overwhelming than the CDNIM, which really hits you hard.
Unfortunately, it only remains in a solid projecting state for about 45-60 minutes, and after 90 - 120 minutes it becomes rather "close to the skin" but still noticeable, a bit better on clothing than on skin, but that's normal.
Well, I am a bit disappointed.
By the way, I purchased the version with the sticker, which you can't really influence.
You can find contradictory statements on various websites regarding the quality of the fragrance in relation to the type of bottle, overall not very helpful, rather confusing.
On another major website that deals with the topic of "fragrances," there is a post from the manufacturer (allegedly, who knows) in the discussion thread about L'Aventure Intense, stating that it wouldn't make a difference which bottle you have.
I can only say "Hmm, I don't know" ... here too, one says this, the other that.
Well, in conclusion, I might want to mention that the price for my bottle was under €30, and I would therefore say that it "just barely fits" overall.
Excitement looks different, but I will probably compare it with the version without "Intense" when the opportunity arises.
At the beginning, in the top note, it is very pleasantly citrusy and refined, far less overwhelming than the CDNIM, which really hits you hard.
Unfortunately, it only remains in a solid projecting state for about 45-60 minutes, and after 90 - 120 minutes it becomes rather "close to the skin" but still noticeable, a bit better on clothing than on skin, but that's normal.
Well, I am a bit disappointed.
By the way, I purchased the version with the sticker, which you can't really influence.
You can find contradictory statements on various websites regarding the quality of the fragrance in relation to the type of bottle, overall not very helpful, rather confusing.
On another major website that deals with the topic of "fragrances," there is a post from the manufacturer (allegedly, who knows) in the discussion thread about L'Aventure Intense, stating that it wouldn't make a difference which bottle you have.
I can only say "Hmm, I don't know" ... here too, one says this, the other that.
Well, in conclusion, I might want to mention that the price for my bottle was under €30, and I would therefore say that it "just barely fits" overall.
Excitement looks different, but I will probably compare it with the version without "Intense" when the opportunity arises.
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Well ... not bad
I must honestly say, to my own surprise: Really not bad for the price, I wouldn't have thought so.
Mexx EDTs are usually not that great, at least as far as I can judge, but this one lasts quite well, is pleasantly fresh and fruity, and a bit unisex, by the way.
The term "hidden gem" is somewhat "overused" these days, but if you like light fruity summer scents that are not intrusive and suitable for everyday wear, then I would at least recommend testing it in the drugstore.
Please don't expect miracles, on the other hand, but you can definitely throw a tenner over the counter for it without regretting it later ...
Mexx EDTs are usually not that great, at least as far as I can judge, but this one lasts quite well, is pleasantly fresh and fruity, and a bit unisex, by the way.
The term "hidden gem" is somewhat "overused" these days, but if you like light fruity summer scents that are not intrusive and suitable for everyday wear, then I would at least recommend testing it in the drugstore.
Please don't expect miracles, on the other hand, but you can definitely throw a tenner over the counter for it without regretting it later ...
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Quite well done ... once again
As can be gathered from my other reviews and statements, I quite like the fragrances from the Instinct product line by D. Beckham.
Considering that these are drugstore fragrances in the moderate price range, you definitely get good value for money.
As for Bold Instinct, it is once again a pleasant daytime scent with a warm note, which comes across surprisingly high-quality and does not disappoint in terms of performance; especially on clothing, it is noticeable for over 5+ hours.
The EdP variant does not differ much from the EdT version; the perfume has a moderately better longevity, but there is also less in the bottle for (often) the same price.
The sillage is more or less identical.
I like to wear it in the cooler seasons at the office, as it is present but unobtrusive.
Considering that these are drugstore fragrances in the moderate price range, you definitely get good value for money.
As for Bold Instinct, it is once again a pleasant daytime scent with a warm note, which comes across surprisingly high-quality and does not disappoint in terms of performance; especially on clothing, it is noticeable for over 5+ hours.
The EdP variant does not differ much from the EdT version; the perfume has a moderately better longevity, but there is also less in the bottle for (often) the same price.
The sillage is more or less identical.
I like to wear it in the cooler seasons at the office, as it is present but unobtrusive.
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Pleasant
Since I find the conventional "Instinct" quite pleasant, and mine had just run out, I thought I’d try "Follow your Instinct" ... so a blind buy ... 50ml for €11.
Saw it, did it.
What I received is a very pleasant daytime fragrance, fresh, with a slight orange note that is much more subtle than, for example, Beckham Classic.
Otherwise, "Follow your Instinct" only vaguely resembles "Instinct," with the former even appealing to me slightly more.
One shouldn’t expect miracles in this price range; I think we can all agree on that.
Thus, you get a solid scent, for example, for the office, that lasts well on clothing but is rather mediocre on the skin. The sillage is discreet but stable over a longer period.
I’m slowly getting the impression that this brand combines light and shadow.
Some fragrances are really pleasant and good, while others from Beckham, in the same price range, I wouldn’t even use as an air freshener in the bathroom to control the aftermath of a Mexican evening ...
Saw it, did it.
What I received is a very pleasant daytime fragrance, fresh, with a slight orange note that is much more subtle than, for example, Beckham Classic.
Otherwise, "Follow your Instinct" only vaguely resembles "Instinct," with the former even appealing to me slightly more.
One shouldn’t expect miracles in this price range; I think we can all agree on that.
Thus, you get a solid scent, for example, for the office, that lasts well on clothing but is rather mediocre on the skin. The sillage is discreet but stable over a longer period.
I’m slowly getting the impression that this brand combines light and shadow.
Some fragrances are really pleasant and good, while others from Beckham, in the same price range, I wouldn’t even use as an air freshener in the bathroom to control the aftermath of a Mexican evening ...
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Respect
Wow, not bad for this price range!
As for how Sauvage smells, well, I don't need to elaborate on that here ;-) .
Just so much, this drugstore fragrance twin truly belongs to the better, if not the best, copies in its price range, although it's below the nearly twice as expensive "Writer," but still significantly better than the usual candidates (I once tried a "striving attempt" from Creation Lamis, terrible ...)
Even the longevity and sillage are okay; it lasts for a few hours, and if necessary, you can always reapply.
The bottle is not great, and the spray head could be a little better, but hey, that's complaining at a high level.
As for how Sauvage smells, well, I don't need to elaborate on that here ;-) .
Just so much, this drugstore fragrance twin truly belongs to the better, if not the best, copies in its price range, although it's below the nearly twice as expensive "Writer," but still significantly better than the usual candidates (I once tried a "striving attempt" from Creation Lamis, terrible ...)
Even the longevity and sillage are okay; it lasts for a few hours, and if necessary, you can always reapply.
The bottle is not great, and the spray head could be a little better, but hey, that's complaining at a high level.
