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Who wants to appear fresh, fruity, and simultaneously masculine in summer
I first had a small sample of Costa Azzurra here from the forum, thanks Ute :) and I found it very good from the start. Then I went in search of a bottle and met a fellow countryman here in the forum with whom I then traded.
About the scent:
Costa Azzurra has a fantastic opening that immediately gives me a beach feeling. It comes with the usual spicy beach scents like seaweed, a certain woody note that is very masculine and assertive, and also with a lemony, fresh, fruity scent that makes you crave summer.
Costa Azzurra is a very complex fragrance that not many people like or will like. For some, it is too spicy, and for others, too citrusy; I can absolutely understand that as there are indeed people who do not like it. For my part, I can only say that I find it brilliant.
In my opinion, Costa Azzurra is very clearly on the masculine side; that does not mean it is not a unisex fragrance, of course it is, but still more masculine. In the further development of the scent, Costa Azzurra is very pleasant and airy light for me, as if the scent is not on the skin but is being blown to me by a breeze.
The citrus notes dominate the entire scent development, which I find very good as I LOVE citrusy, fruity notes/fragrances, but that does not mean they overshadow all other notes, no, not at all! These sneak in one after the other and are sometimes more, sometimes less noticeable. The most prominent notes I smell are basil and lavender, alongside the citrus notes. Basil always immediately conveys the Italian feeling to me and makes me believe, with my eyes closed, that I am actually there.
In summary, I can only say that the scent will appeal to those who like citrusy, fruity, and a bit spicy fragrances.
About the longevity:
Costa Azzurra performs quite well and is still noticeably present after ~ 4 hours. However, it quickly runs out of steam, so that after ~ 5 - 5 1/2 hours it is completely gone.
The sillage is good and clearly noticeable in the first 2 hours.
I always write all my comments honestly and with my own personal view of the perfume. Therefore, I must also honestly say that Costa Azzurra is never worth its retail price.
We are talking about easily 110 - 120€ for 30ml (e.g., at the Turquoise), which is quite hefty!
If you have the opportunity to get it through sharing or trading, etc., I can only recommend to go for it, as long as the price is reasonable!
Since I traded for the scent, I am completely satisfied with it and cannot complain.
About the scent:
Costa Azzurra has a fantastic opening that immediately gives me a beach feeling. It comes with the usual spicy beach scents like seaweed, a certain woody note that is very masculine and assertive, and also with a lemony, fresh, fruity scent that makes you crave summer.
Costa Azzurra is a very complex fragrance that not many people like or will like. For some, it is too spicy, and for others, too citrusy; I can absolutely understand that as there are indeed people who do not like it. For my part, I can only say that I find it brilliant.
In my opinion, Costa Azzurra is very clearly on the masculine side; that does not mean it is not a unisex fragrance, of course it is, but still more masculine. In the further development of the scent, Costa Azzurra is very pleasant and airy light for me, as if the scent is not on the skin but is being blown to me by a breeze.
The citrus notes dominate the entire scent development, which I find very good as I LOVE citrusy, fruity notes/fragrances, but that does not mean they overshadow all other notes, no, not at all! These sneak in one after the other and are sometimes more, sometimes less noticeable. The most prominent notes I smell are basil and lavender, alongside the citrus notes. Basil always immediately conveys the Italian feeling to me and makes me believe, with my eyes closed, that I am actually there.
In summary, I can only say that the scent will appeal to those who like citrusy, fruity, and a bit spicy fragrances.
About the longevity:
Costa Azzurra performs quite well and is still noticeably present after ~ 4 hours. However, it quickly runs out of steam, so that after ~ 5 - 5 1/2 hours it is completely gone.
The sillage is good and clearly noticeable in the first 2 hours.
I always write all my comments honestly and with my own personal view of the perfume. Therefore, I must also honestly say that Costa Azzurra is never worth its retail price.
We are talking about easily 110 - 120€ for 30ml (e.g., at the Turquoise), which is quite hefty!
If you have the opportunity to get it through sharing or trading, etc., I can only recommend to go for it, as long as the price is reasonable!
Since I traded for the scent, I am completely satisfied with it and cannot complain.
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The Pomegranate Scent for the Young Generation
First of all, I want to say that I have tested and smelled Spicebomb for a long time before I decided to write this comment.
About the scent:
Spicebomb is a perfume that perfectly unites many different notes that, in my opinion, do not match together (on paper).
In the opening, the bergamot is very present and gives a refreshing kick upon spraying, closely followed by the grapefruit, which brings a spicy yet fruity element along with a slightly sour scent that emphasizes the freshness. A very unusual but still pleasant opening that owes its spiciness to the pepper.
As the scent develops, the cinnamon note becomes more pronounced, which is also very pleasant and by no means too sweet or overpowering. I currently perceive the chili only very subtly, as well as the saffron, although the latter is a bit more present, but not much. The longer the scent is on the skin, the softer and gentler Spicebomb becomes, in my opinion; it feels very inviting and shows a bit of warmth. At the same time, it radiates elegance and versatility, which can be interpreted differently by everyone.
The drydown is, for me, the best part of the scent because Spicebomb increasingly shows its masculinity, which, in my opinion, primarily comes from the leather. I also smell a bit of vetiver, perfectly dosed for my nose, as I'm not a big fan of vetiver (although I find Creed's Original Vetiver quite okay).
Personally, I cannot imagine Spicebomb on a man aged 40+. It simply feels too young, agile, and lacks that seriousness, like, for example, Aventus, which can be worn by all age groups. I would also not recommend wearing this scent for job interviews, etc. However, I find it very suitable for dates, clubs, casual outings, and simply as an everyday or leisure scent.
What I could imagine well with Spicebomb is a bit of smokiness like in the older Aventus.
About the longevity:
The longevity of Spicebomb, with its ~ 5-6 hours, is perfectly fine for this price range.
One must consider that the scent is available in the 150ml variant for just under €90. In my opinion, that is a top price-performance ratio.
The sillage is also okay, but by no means extraordinary, which is probably good for this spicy scent :)
In conclusion, I would like to encourage everyone to give the perfume a chance and not to be deterred by the fragrance pyramid; you will be surprised ;)
For me, it is a scent that has made it into my top 10, albeit a bit delayed.
About the scent:
Spicebomb is a perfume that perfectly unites many different notes that, in my opinion, do not match together (on paper).
In the opening, the bergamot is very present and gives a refreshing kick upon spraying, closely followed by the grapefruit, which brings a spicy yet fruity element along with a slightly sour scent that emphasizes the freshness. A very unusual but still pleasant opening that owes its spiciness to the pepper.
As the scent develops, the cinnamon note becomes more pronounced, which is also very pleasant and by no means too sweet or overpowering. I currently perceive the chili only very subtly, as well as the saffron, although the latter is a bit more present, but not much. The longer the scent is on the skin, the softer and gentler Spicebomb becomes, in my opinion; it feels very inviting and shows a bit of warmth. At the same time, it radiates elegance and versatility, which can be interpreted differently by everyone.
The drydown is, for me, the best part of the scent because Spicebomb increasingly shows its masculinity, which, in my opinion, primarily comes from the leather. I also smell a bit of vetiver, perfectly dosed for my nose, as I'm not a big fan of vetiver (although I find Creed's Original Vetiver quite okay).
Personally, I cannot imagine Spicebomb on a man aged 40+. It simply feels too young, agile, and lacks that seriousness, like, for example, Aventus, which can be worn by all age groups. I would also not recommend wearing this scent for job interviews, etc. However, I find it very suitable for dates, clubs, casual outings, and simply as an everyday or leisure scent.
What I could imagine well with Spicebomb is a bit of smokiness like in the older Aventus.
About the longevity:
The longevity of Spicebomb, with its ~ 5-6 hours, is perfectly fine for this price range.
One must consider that the scent is available in the 150ml variant for just under €90. In my opinion, that is a top price-performance ratio.
The sillage is also okay, but by no means extraordinary, which is probably good for this spicy scent :)
In conclusion, I would like to encourage everyone to give the perfume a chance and not to be deterred by the fragrance pyramid; you will be surprised ;)
For me, it is a scent that has made it into my top 10, albeit a bit delayed.
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Elegant Allrounder of the 1st Class
"Moa" by Mirko Buffini was a gift from ViRa11 in a swap deal. A big thank you! to you again :). I had never heard of the house before and had not smelled anything from it either. At first, I was a bit skeptical as neither the bottle nor the fragrance pyramid appealed to me. However, that was about to change dramatically!
Fragrance:
"Moa" gave me a WOW! effect right from the first spray. It comes across very soft and light in the opening, yet it is also strongly present without being intrusive. In the first minute, it gives me that kick like when you open an ice-cold 0.33 Cola in a glass bottle and smell it. This is not to say that it smells only like Cola, no! but it has, in my opinion, that little nuance in it.
In addition, I smell the cinnamon, a little nutmeg, clearly the spices, wood, and musk. Normally, the fragrance pyramid does not correspond to my preferences at all, so I am quite surprised that I like the scent so much.
In the drydown, the Cola nuance is hardly or no longer perceivable, and the floral notes gradually come through. These, mixed with the spices, musk, wood, and cinnamon, create a very solid and rounded scent profile for my nose.
"Moa" is a very cool and elegant fragrance for me that can be worn on any occasion, whether it's a date, work (though it's too precious for that), or a wedding, it always works. Above all, I find it very suitable for dates as it flatters the person opposite and conveys an attractive warmth.
Longevity:
"Moa" lasts easily ~ 7 hours+ on my skin, which I think is very good and mostly justifies the price. The great thing about it is that after ~ 1 hour it retains its scent throughout the duration; I don't like that with every fragrance, but "Moa" is an exception :)
The sillage is strong and clearly present in the first ~ 2 - 2 1/2 hours, then it decreases hour by hour.
In warmer temperatures, I would pay attention to the dosage, as too many sprays, in my opinion, ruin the character of the fragrance and make it less light and elegant. I would recommend 3 sprays; if you like a bit more, 4 sprays, but that is really the maximum.
In cooler temperatures, you can easily apply 5 sprays.
In conclusion, I want to say that I am currently building my TOP 10, and "Moa" has made it right in! I simply love this fragrance; it is as cool and seductive as a TOP 10 fragrance must be for me and my nose!
Honestly, I am surprised that "Moa" is not so well known in the community and that there is only one comment about it.
I can only recommend everyone to test it (small decants are available online)!
Fragrance:
"Moa" gave me a WOW! effect right from the first spray. It comes across very soft and light in the opening, yet it is also strongly present without being intrusive. In the first minute, it gives me that kick like when you open an ice-cold 0.33 Cola in a glass bottle and smell it. This is not to say that it smells only like Cola, no! but it has, in my opinion, that little nuance in it.
In addition, I smell the cinnamon, a little nutmeg, clearly the spices, wood, and musk. Normally, the fragrance pyramid does not correspond to my preferences at all, so I am quite surprised that I like the scent so much.
In the drydown, the Cola nuance is hardly or no longer perceivable, and the floral notes gradually come through. These, mixed with the spices, musk, wood, and cinnamon, create a very solid and rounded scent profile for my nose.
"Moa" is a very cool and elegant fragrance for me that can be worn on any occasion, whether it's a date, work (though it's too precious for that), or a wedding, it always works. Above all, I find it very suitable for dates as it flatters the person opposite and conveys an attractive warmth.
Longevity:
"Moa" lasts easily ~ 7 hours+ on my skin, which I think is very good and mostly justifies the price. The great thing about it is that after ~ 1 hour it retains its scent throughout the duration; I don't like that with every fragrance, but "Moa" is an exception :)
The sillage is strong and clearly present in the first ~ 2 - 2 1/2 hours, then it decreases hour by hour.
In warmer temperatures, I would pay attention to the dosage, as too many sprays, in my opinion, ruin the character of the fragrance and make it less light and elegant. I would recommend 3 sprays; if you like a bit more, 4 sprays, but that is really the maximum.
In cooler temperatures, you can easily apply 5 sprays.
In conclusion, I want to say that I am currently building my TOP 10, and "Moa" has made it right in! I simply love this fragrance; it is as cool and seductive as a TOP 10 fragrance must be for me and my nose!
Honestly, I am surprised that "Moa" is not so well known in the community and that there is only one comment about it.
I can only recommend everyone to test it (small decants are available online)!
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Warmer Cuba Vacation for Everyone
I bought Bvlgari "Man in Black" blindly on the recommendation of my cousin. I was immediately captivated by the warmth and strength of the fragrance. For me, it's the best Bvlgari scent I have ever smelled.
About the scent:
When you spray Bvlgari "Man in Black" for the first time, you immediately notice the warmth, spice, and power that this (for designer fragrances) masterpiece contains. I associate it every time with a Cuba vacation where I soak up the sun and feel good. The strange thing about this scent is the sense of security or comfort it gives me; I don't know how to describe it, but every time I wear it, I feel a sense of safety. It’s also quite possible that I subconsciously think I can't go wrong with this fragrance, but in any case, it is a very good and pleasant feeling.
At first, it smells as described above, very warm, inviting, slightly spicy, and at the same time lightly sweet with a note of pleasant rum. "Man in Black" is still the same scent after about 30 minutes, but the tobacco note comes to the forefront a bit and becomes more present in the course of the fragrance, but definitely not too strong.
After about 2-3 hours, the warmth of the scent slowly fades, and "Man in Black" becomes darker and more mysterious, which I think is a very cool transformation.
In the drydown, Bvlgari "Man in Black" is mystical, alluring, seductive, and very attractive to women, as I noticed on my skin. I was often asked what fragrance it was, and I was told that it smells very enticing. There was definitely no WOW effect from any of the people, but most were convinced of the scent and found it good.
Longevity:
However, I find the sillage strange; I can hardly perceive the scent on myself after about 1 hour, unless I move abruptly or have the fragrance on my wrist.
I often think that the perfume must have faded and that I am no longer noticeable, which is not the case.
The people around me say that the scent is very noticeable, even after hours, and that I shouldn't apply it additionally as it would otherwise be too overpowering... I personally can't assess that, as I said, at all... But I trust their opinion :)
To my nose, the scent smells much more complex than the fragrance pyramid; I mean that I would have suspected many more notes in this perfume. For me, it is a masterpiece among designer fragrances.
In conclusion, I can only say that Bvlgari has brought a very, very good and also affordable fragrance to the market. I think it can be worn by both young and old and for almost any occasion. The only situation where I wouldn't recommend it would be a wedding or a job interview, as it simply doesn't smell elegant enough for that. On the other hand, it is very suitable for dates as it radiates a wonderful warmth and strength. I can only recommend this scent to every man.
About the scent:
When you spray Bvlgari "Man in Black" for the first time, you immediately notice the warmth, spice, and power that this (for designer fragrances) masterpiece contains. I associate it every time with a Cuba vacation where I soak up the sun and feel good. The strange thing about this scent is the sense of security or comfort it gives me; I don't know how to describe it, but every time I wear it, I feel a sense of safety. It’s also quite possible that I subconsciously think I can't go wrong with this fragrance, but in any case, it is a very good and pleasant feeling.
At first, it smells as described above, very warm, inviting, slightly spicy, and at the same time lightly sweet with a note of pleasant rum. "Man in Black" is still the same scent after about 30 minutes, but the tobacco note comes to the forefront a bit and becomes more present in the course of the fragrance, but definitely not too strong.
After about 2-3 hours, the warmth of the scent slowly fades, and "Man in Black" becomes darker and more mysterious, which I think is a very cool transformation.
In the drydown, Bvlgari "Man in Black" is mystical, alluring, seductive, and very attractive to women, as I noticed on my skin. I was often asked what fragrance it was, and I was told that it smells very enticing. There was definitely no WOW effect from any of the people, but most were convinced of the scent and found it good.
Longevity:
However, I find the sillage strange; I can hardly perceive the scent on myself after about 1 hour, unless I move abruptly or have the fragrance on my wrist.
I often think that the perfume must have faded and that I am no longer noticeable, which is not the case.
The people around me say that the scent is very noticeable, even after hours, and that I shouldn't apply it additionally as it would otherwise be too overpowering... I personally can't assess that, as I said, at all... But I trust their opinion :)
To my nose, the scent smells much more complex than the fragrance pyramid; I mean that I would have suspected many more notes in this perfume. For me, it is a masterpiece among designer fragrances.
In conclusion, I can only say that Bvlgari has brought a very, very good and also affordable fragrance to the market. I think it can be worn by both young and old and for almost any occasion. The only situation where I wouldn't recommend it would be a wedding or a job interview, as it simply doesn't smell elegant enough for that. On the other hand, it is very suitable for dates as it radiates a wonderful warmth and strength. I can only recommend this scent to every man.
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Tingling Summer for the Nose
First of all, thank you to "TasteExplore" for the smooth exchange and the nice contact :)
I have wanted to test "Mandarino di Amalfi" for a very long time, but the prices always deterred me. Now I finally got around to it and I must say WOW!
Scent:
"Mandarino di Amalfi" perfectly matches my taste and now shares 1st place with "Aventus". The perfume starts off very citrusy, fresh, and tangy, which triggers a pleasant tingling in my nose and an immediate grin :) After a short time, the tangy note recedes a bit into the background and the fruity aspect comes through; I can distinctly smell lemon and mandarin, even though the latter is not listed, strange. Well, it doesn't matter whether it's listed or not; what you perceive counts. The mandarin is very dominant throughout the entire scent journey and doesn't allow any other notes to come through.
However, it doesn't come off as too extreme or unpleasant; on the contrary, the mandarin smells so pleasant to me that I just can't stop smelling my wrist. I find it hard to describe the scent since, as mentioned above, I perceive nothing else but citrusy, fresh, tangy, and fruity, all of which is the mandarin. I must also honestly say that I imagined the scent exactly like this, just as the name suggests :) The best description I can give is:
Imagine it's winter. It's cold outside, and there's snow everywhere, and you haven't smelled any fresh citrusy fruity scents in a long time. Just in time for Christmas, you peel a mandarin, and the pleasant citrusy, fruity scent fills your nose, and you dream of summer and just want to take a bite to taste the fruity sweetness.
"Arancia di Capri" is one of my favorites among fruity scents and smells very, very delicious and pleasant; however, "Mandarino di Amalfi" has topped that.
If I could, I would bathe in "Mandarino di Amalfi" :))))
I LOVE FRUITY FRAGRANCES!
Longevity:
At first, I was very put off by all the reviews regarding longevity on YouTube. Some said it lasts only ~ 3 hours, others claimed it could last ~ 5-6 hours, but most stuck to ~ 3 hours.
I sprayed the scent yesterday, and on my skin, it lasted ~ 6 hours. After that time, it noticeably loses its strength, and after ~ 7 hours, there was nothing left of it, which I think is perfectly fine for a citrusy, fruity scent. Sure, "Lemon Line" is in a completely different league when it comes to longevity, but "Mandarino di Amalfi" holds up well.
The sillage is very good in the first 2 hours on my skin. I was immediately noticed and was pleasantly surprised.
Finally, I want to mention that you simply have to like or love such fruity and citrusy scents to appreciate "Mandarino di Amalfi," "Arancia di Capri," or even "Lemon Line."
I find it very unfortunate that the price for "Mandarino di Amalfi" is so high, but those who want it will have to dig deep into their pockets. Personally, I immediately got a 250ml bottle since "Mandarino di Amalfi" was one of those scents that gave me an immediate WOW!, just like "Aventus."
I have wanted to test "Mandarino di Amalfi" for a very long time, but the prices always deterred me. Now I finally got around to it and I must say WOW!
Scent:
"Mandarino di Amalfi" perfectly matches my taste and now shares 1st place with "Aventus". The perfume starts off very citrusy, fresh, and tangy, which triggers a pleasant tingling in my nose and an immediate grin :) After a short time, the tangy note recedes a bit into the background and the fruity aspect comes through; I can distinctly smell lemon and mandarin, even though the latter is not listed, strange. Well, it doesn't matter whether it's listed or not; what you perceive counts. The mandarin is very dominant throughout the entire scent journey and doesn't allow any other notes to come through.
However, it doesn't come off as too extreme or unpleasant; on the contrary, the mandarin smells so pleasant to me that I just can't stop smelling my wrist. I find it hard to describe the scent since, as mentioned above, I perceive nothing else but citrusy, fresh, tangy, and fruity, all of which is the mandarin. I must also honestly say that I imagined the scent exactly like this, just as the name suggests :) The best description I can give is:
Imagine it's winter. It's cold outside, and there's snow everywhere, and you haven't smelled any fresh citrusy fruity scents in a long time. Just in time for Christmas, you peel a mandarin, and the pleasant citrusy, fruity scent fills your nose, and you dream of summer and just want to take a bite to taste the fruity sweetness.
"Arancia di Capri" is one of my favorites among fruity scents and smells very, very delicious and pleasant; however, "Mandarino di Amalfi" has topped that.
If I could, I would bathe in "Mandarino di Amalfi" :))))
I LOVE FRUITY FRAGRANCES!
Longevity:
At first, I was very put off by all the reviews regarding longevity on YouTube. Some said it lasts only ~ 3 hours, others claimed it could last ~ 5-6 hours, but most stuck to ~ 3 hours.
I sprayed the scent yesterday, and on my skin, it lasted ~ 6 hours. After that time, it noticeably loses its strength, and after ~ 7 hours, there was nothing left of it, which I think is perfectly fine for a citrusy, fruity scent. Sure, "Lemon Line" is in a completely different league when it comes to longevity, but "Mandarino di Amalfi" holds up well.
The sillage is very good in the first 2 hours on my skin. I was immediately noticed and was pleasantly surprised.
Finally, I want to mention that you simply have to like or love such fruity and citrusy scents to appreciate "Mandarino di Amalfi," "Arancia di Capri," or even "Lemon Line."
I find it very unfortunate that the price for "Mandarino di Amalfi" is so high, but those who want it will have to dig deep into their pockets. Personally, I immediately got a 250ml bottle since "Mandarino di Amalfi" was one of those scents that gave me an immediate WOW!, just like "Aventus."
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