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Imagine the moment when the lights dim, the hum of a guitar reverberates through the air where Jim Morrison's voice calls us into a poetic haze: *"Is everybody in? The Ceremony is about to begin!"* CÉRÉMONIE by Anomalia Paris captures this intoxicating blend of rebellion, intrigue, and charsima, bottling the essence of rock 'n' roll for one’s most unforgettable nights.

From the very first spray, the fragrance ignites with a textured interplay of clary sage and the dusky resin of incense. It’s as if the scent leans in, whispering a secret that forces you to lean closer. Then comes the dark heart—a magical marriage of patchouli and leather, their jagged warmth enveloping you like a well-worn leather jacket under moonlit skies.

The dry down is nothing short of majestic. dusty Cedar’s woody depth anchors the composition, while a velvety touch of tonka bean adds a touch of sweetness, a wink of indulgence and more. All the time, a mystery lingers in the air, leaving behind the shadow of almost smoked pineapple—a note that feels less tropical and more like a fleeting memory of wild nights and free hearts.

Overall, What sets CÉRÉMONIE apart for me is its spirit: very bold yet refined, a perfume that exudes freedom and at the same time authenticity. For those who walk the line between elegance and edge, CÉRÉMONIE can surely be your olfactory inspiration.

When I first sprayed the Buio on, it was one of those rare pockets of stillness where the world fades into the background and contemplation begins.

I wasn’t prepared for the gentle force of it, how it would develop, unexpected yet familiar. It wasn’t just a scent; it was a passage—into darkness, yes, but a darkness that was comforting & familiar. I could also see some light far away.

Buio starts with a blend of intimate incense & cade oil, with added powdery nuances from carrot seeds & the darkness of cade oil. An hour later, the some florals bring light to the scent with a creamy ambery dry down.

What I found very interesting was, as Buio settled on my skin, I found myself drawn back to how I first discovered Meo’s initial works. I felt there was that same sense of quiet revelation, a feeling of having encountered something deeply personal yet universal. *Buio* feels like a reminder that there is beauty even in what remains unseen, and that darkness, too, has its own light.

Overall, Buio, is special, a scent full of contrast, a scent full of light and contemplation. Very poetic and complex yet familiar if you are aware of Meo’s signature/DNA. Buio will envelop you in darkness, yet would leave a trace of light behind.

Here you can find a small interview where I spoke to Meo about the scent. Hope you will enjoy it.

Aqua Memorabilis, like many JOVOY fragrances, completely stays true to the brand DNA. Creating fragrances that have a charm, are affordable and they smell just great.

Aqua Memorabilis, is a woods dipped in juicy succulent mandarine/ clementine juices along with other strong citrus aspects.

I feel Aqua Memorabilis has a lot of soul, smell very modern and I feel it has the best from many other Citrus fragrances that are out in the market. I think that's the advantage that JOVOY has because of their accessibility of so many different fragrances.

Even though that the fragrance doesn't re-invent the wheel, it just is a strong contender for being a summer/ fall staple.

I had a chance to sit with the Founder of JOVOY and speak about fragrance: Hope you will like it:

This fragrance weaves the rugged and resilient nature of “Rock Rose” into a beautiful olfactory experience. This fragrance plays with the complexity, depth, and warmth of rose/geranium (with its ambery nature) with the coldness of incense & ambergris. The rose is more on the green, herbal side, and it has some piney almost balsamic touch, and a strong backbone of smokey almost metallic incense note that adds so much of its character. In the dry-down, It gets slightly leathery even slightly dusty/waxy, with ambery nuances I find very interesting.

In CISTUS you can smell the creative genius of Delphine unfurling through each layer of this scent, leaving her strong signature as elegant as it is powerful. It feels very close to earth yet has a way to lift your spirit. Feels like a wild heartbeat pulsing within the perfume that feels both raw and reassuringly grounded.

A strong recommendation from my side, if you like rose geranium fragrances with a lot of character and depth.

I enjoyed Helix. On one hand, it doesn't re-invent the wheel. You would have smelled this DNA before. I loved how the aromatic part of the scent is so well blended with the aquatic and salty notes, along with white florals. As much as I enjoy the fresh, citrusy herbal opening of the scent, I personally enjoy the woody, musky dry-down much better.

I had the possibility to speak with Sara Carner (one of the founders of the brand): Do let me know your thoughts on it: