Rolfii

I had mixed expectations when I went to the Dubai Mall to smell the Orto Parisi fragrances. I was particularly interested in Megamare and Bergamask, but the reviews were and still are very divided. I prepared myself for these fragrances to be very challenging - just for niche noses. But when I smelled both (and a few others from the collection), I was pleasantly surprised! To my nose, almost all of them smell like high-quality designer fragrances. Nothing smelled disgusting, sweaty, pissy, or whatever other adjectives are used to describe fragrances.

I actually liked both Megamare and Bergamask the most, so those went home with me.

In the following months, I wore Bergamask more and more often as I liked it increasingly. But also because of the positive feedback. I get approached about no other fragrance as often. Whether on the street, in the club, or during a visit to the hairdresser.

The fragrance has endless power. 7+ hours after application, a lady approached me in the club, asking if I smell that strong, and that it smells good, but I should spray less next time - I sprayed twice.

To me, Bergamask smells very classic, citrusy, bitter, woody, and minimally animalistic. The animalistic note gives it just the right amount of "something special." And the Javanol completes the masterpiece.

I think the fragrance deserves at least an 8, but I’m also kind of happy that it’s at a 7.7. This means it won't land in the Top 100 and fewer people will wear it. Good for me :)

First of all, I should say that I have no idea about fragrance notes. I didn’t make an effort to inform myself about the notes of Pegasus. You don’t need to know every note to describe the expression of a fragrance composition.

The bottle is the most beautiful one I have ever held in my hand. Very heavy, especially the cap. And the reflective metal... Incredibly cool presentation.

Pegasus is a mega delicious and elegantly playful scent. I would describe it as a gourmand due to its mature aspect. However, it has spices that keep it on the masculine track. Pegasus starts off a bit scratchy, and I can smell a benzoin note. Is that cumin? For the piercing opening, I deduct one point. After that, it cools down super well and becomes just amazing. Especially in the air.

I see no significant similarity to Reflection Man or Le Male. No one who smells Pegasus will ask the wearer if he is wearing the mentioned fragrances. Pegasus stands on its own. However, one could say - if you like Reflection or Le Male, you will also like Pegasus.

Pegasus is not really versatile. It screams flirting and having fun - but with class! Therefore, I would wear it more for going out or casual occasions, but never to the office or similar settings. Because of its sweetness, it feels like it was made for winter.

You have to be confident to wear Pegasus. It is more intended for the extroverted flirt. Someone who doesn’t take themselves too seriously because they don’t have to. Who can have fun where others take themselves too seriously. And thus appears extremely attractive and inviting.

The Hypebeast has finally been tested by me.

I treated Reflection Man a bit harshly in my statement a few weeks ago after the first wear. In fact, it smelled to me like Le Male, Nikos Sculpture, and Jaques Bogart's Silver Scent. However, these associations have faded after several wears, and a unique scent has developed that only faintly resembles Le Male. I perceive the composition similarly to Montblanc Individuel. What Individuel did with Joop Homme, Reflection Man has done with Le Male. The fragrances have become lighter, cleaner. Individuel is often associated with fresh bed linens. With Reflection Man, I get a similar effect; it smells clean and freshly washed with a slight Le Male note in the background. Masculine like Individuel, it is not; rather, it has a pretty-boy vibe. Today, in the rainy weather, it fit wonderfully, feeling warm and inviting.

Seems to be a great scent for spring and autumn. The price point is over-the-top. I wouldn't spend that much on it either. However, I might treat myself to a clone. Has anyone tried Dua Fragrances - Desert Reflection? :)

I am totally in love with this scent. It is simply perfect; quality at an extremely high level (a la Dior homme) and for the price it is available at, in my opinion, it is a must-buy. By quality, I mean the composition, not necessarily the ingredients themselves. There are few fragrances that appeal to me, which is why I think my collection will always remain relatively small, but this one competes with the very best for me.

It actually smells a bit like fresh bed linens... when I close my eyes, I associate it with a bed standing on a colorful meadow, nearby you can see a snow-covered mountain. The weather is icy cold. Berries and various flowers are growing nearby. Funny enough, my girlfriend said when I wore it that I smell like a "meadow full of love."

I am unsure if it is a scent that younger women would go for (my girlfriend compliments me on pretty much every fragrance I wear), but that’s not why I wear it occasionally. At least it is rumored that older women would love it, and I can wholeheartedly confirm that after seeing my mother's reaction.

Why not 100%? I miss a certain sexiness that I simply want in my fragrances (think Ch Men). But it has certainly earned a solid 90%.

Now, without going into notes, let me briefly describe how it smells to me:
Nikos Sculpture dressed in One Million... with a certain old-school note that I can't explain. Awesome stuff!

But be careful! Extremely strong, use a maximum of 1-2 sprays. Even after one spray, my roommate asked what I had doused myself in.
Paradoxically, I could say it fits a warm summer evening, probably due to the Sculpture-like scent, but it's still a bit too strong for that.

I would say it suits older people, from 30 and up, because of this old-school note... but actually, people in their 20s can rock it too. Another paradox.

What I want to say is... it simply stands out from the fragrances I usually smell.

Definitely worth testing!

The price-performance ratio is great! Already available online from 20 euros for 100ml.