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Iced Tea in a Bottle
I didn't want to spend the money on Bitter Peach, but I find the peach scent really pleasant as it totally reminds me of iced tea. Then I came across Coral Blush, and the fragrance is a really good alternative to Bitter Peach.
Unfortunately, the bottle looks cheap, with printed glass, a plastic sleeve that looks inexpensive, and a light plastic cap without a magnet that clicks in well. The sprayer is flawless.
The first time I sprayed it, the zesty peach hits you right away, exactly what I wanted; it smells just like being drenched in peach iced tea. I clearly envision the scent in summer on the beach under palm trees or at the beach bar while enjoying a cocktail.
The scent lasts about 4-5 hours on me; it is very present, and I like it. Especially at this affordable price, it's really worth it if you enjoy fruity fragrances.
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Lost Cherry for the Budget-Conscious
Lost Cherry for the Budget-Conscious,
I finally had the chance to sniff Tom Ford Lost Cherry and Bitter Peach on a cruise, and I must say, I was blown away. I love fruity scents. I love cherry. However, the Tom Ford is honestly too expensive for me, as I wouldn't even know where to wear the fragrance.
Back home, the scent wouldn't leave my mind. I pondered back and forth, searched for a good deal, and then I came across Forbidden Love from an English YouTuber.
Ordered, sprayed, and immediately felt that vibe again, opening with a full-bodied, delicious sour cherry that develops into memories of childhood Caprisonne cherry. A really awesome sweet cherry bomb that comes very, very close to its role model, with a bit of marzipan vibes coming through in the dry down. The longevity of the scent is about 4 hours for me, during which the fragrance is still noticeable.
Where would I wear this scent? Good question... I see it in winter and would wear it subtly in the evenings when I go out.
Unfortunately, the bottle looks cheap, with printed glass, a plastic sleeve that looks inexpensive, and a light plastic cap without a magnet that still fits well. The sprayer is flawless.
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Christmas in a Bottle
I came across Mismet Magic on YouTube at some point, as I often do nowadays. I actually have enough fragrances, but I enjoy watching various videos from around the world about scents to let myself be entertained in the background. At some point, the phrase "perfect christmas scent, baked apple..." was mentioned.
Now, since I’m generally not a fan of vanilla fragrances, I became a bit curious. I like baked apple, so I decided to investigate further. Cognac in the fragrance pyramid immediately caught my attention, as I have, for example, Dua Midnight with the Mobster, which is similar to Roja Enigma, and this one also brings a nice cognac vibe with it.
My interest was piqued, so I simply ordered Kismet Magic for 20€... that doesn’t hurt.
Now, the scent is really great. As mentioned earlier, overly sweet vanilla fragrances make me feel nauseous, and I don’t like them. A bit skeptical, I sprayed the Magic on my wrist, and I was immediately enveloped by the presence of cognac and a warm cinnamon note, greeted by soft tonka bean, followed by a delicious praline note, while the vanilla remains subtly in the background. When I close my eyes, I actually associate the scent with a delicious fresh baked apple, even though there’s no apple in the fragrance pyramid.
For me, it’s a wonderfully warm-scented fragrance that makes you feel cozy and festive. I’m glad I bought this scent; it’s the first sweet gourmand fragrance that I like.
I don’t know Kilian Angels Share, so I can’t make any comparisons.
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Short Pomelo Snack
Curious because of my love for Torino21 and thus for fruity fresh scents, I came across Pomelo Sorrento.
Eating pomelos? Of course - super delicious! So a fragrance that smells like that? I have to have it.
When the fragrance arrived, I immediately sprayed it on and the pomelo was instantly there - great! Just something different from bergamot, lime, or other citrus fruits, I was thrilled and went for 6 sprays right away.
However, I noticed after about an hour that the scent was practically no longer perceivable to me, so the longevity on my skin is unfortunately really poor. This is certainly different from person to person, but I was disappointed in this regard because the scent is truly unique and wonderful. The scent itself is absolutely my thing, but the longevity really let me down.
Anyone who likes fresh citrus scents should definitely give it a try, but please do so with a sample, so that the longevity doesn't turn out to be similar to mine and there are sad faces afterwards.
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9PM every Day
Hey,
I ordered the 9PM because I received a sample of this scent from a friend.
Additionally, I was already very satisfied with the Turathi Blue from Afnan.
It is often said that the 9PM from Afnan is a twin scent of JPG Ultra Male. I actually don’t know the Ultra Male. However, I have been wearing Le Male Le Parfum EdP for several years.
Thus, I cannot compare the 9PM with the Ultra Male, but I can share my impression. The fragrance comes in a heavy, beautiful bottle with a really heavy, very high-quality metal cap. It’s not magnetic, but it sits nicely and securely.
Upon the first spray, a sweet freshness develops; the sweetness is absolutely not as overpowering as in many JPG fragrances. I personally find the 9PM more pleasant than my Le Male Le Parfum, which comes across as significantly sweeter.
At first, you can expect a floral, fruity fresh opening that transitions into a fresh, yet not overpowering vanilla after about 20-30 minutes. The vanilla is present, mixed with a bit of floral freshness and tonka bean.
I really like this vanilla scent because it strikes a balance for me between vanilla and nausea; yes, really... with many gourmand or vanilla fragrances, I feel a bit nauseous. This is not the case with the 9PM, as the scent is not sticky or overpowering. For me, it’s a truly great everyday fragrance, especially considering the really affordable price.
I give it a clear recommendation to buy, and now it's a scent that I find so pleasant that I will wear it regularly in my workday on the construction site, since I have less public traffic where I would wear something like a Xerjoff, just to mention a price range; such a scent would be too precious for construction. However, the 9PM can be worn without hesitation at any time, and it doesn’t clash with anyone.