Splitter

A start of hard exaggerated, exuberant, overripe, massive mango. Right in the face. But a fruit needs that to not fade away too quickly.
So here it is very clear and long-lasting, or rather it does not get lost in triviality and dominates the scent.

Over time, coolness joins the fruit. And where spice and resins should actually take over at some point, the effect of the overdose of mango now reveals itself. It slowly transforms into a liqueur resting on wood.
The spiciness that comes through has, in my opinion, a mothball vibe. Edgy but not pleasing. Magical.

I can't deny that the progression and expression are exciting. I just have the feeling that the target audience of the brand expected something different here. I definitely notice an approach to the courage that Borntostandout has in combining contradictory elements.
And indeed, I find the mothball mango liqueur not at all wrong and will gladly use the two samples I have. But that's enough. Black Mango has captivated me more.

Of course, I already know from the notes that I am not at home here at all, but that doesn't stop me from trying such fragrances, experiencing them, and being able to say something about them.

But let's start with the positives.
We have a very potent EDT here with considerable radiance and longevity, especially for the very prominent citrus ingredients.

At the same time, I see no character in this fragrance. It feels interchangeable, ubiquitous, and faceless. I can't imagine that if various citrus-vetiver fragrances were presented to me blind, I would be able to distinguish them specifically. Here it also shows that I have little to do with the subject of citrus shower gel scent.

About the scent:
There are bitter citrus notes that take on a fresh herbal undertone; spicy or resinous notes do not take the stage, only towards the end are they perceptible close to the skin.
Otherwise, a linear progression and no surprises.
Overall quite nice and pleasant, but for my nose, rather annoying.

In a fragrance world filled with flowers and spices, not only do some exceptional perfumers stand out, but also individual compositions seek their match. This is also true for this representative of the already very extraordinary Extrait de Perversion series by Sorcinelli.

Between Pope and P**o, I would like to declare for this scent, because how well one can imagine this series coming from a brand that actually originated from the papal realm is up to individual interpretation. It is definitely an overall bold series and one of the truly wearable, characterful scents from it.
But first comes the coffee. For my nose, it is initially very clear, dominant, and authentic, although - as mentioned - already cooled down to icy cold. But hey, iced coffee is supposed to be a thing.
It must also be cold because the cold, damp tiles that appear later would not work at all otherwise. Sweat beads down and humanizes the entire scent, making it more relatable and experiential.

Of course, a scent from this series and with this name is not a clean-cut fragrance, but I must stand by the fact that at least some scents from the series, this one included, are far more wearable, even in everyday life, than it may seem here.
Quickie and coffee, in any case, is not an unpleasant animalic scent, but rather a quite likable, humanizing fragrance, where I somehow feel that there are pastries and sugary treats on offer. Only the dosage, which is supposed to be closer and more intimate with the roll-on, I find unnecessarily complicated and hard to gauge. But otherwise, I just wanted to take a stand for it.

So, give it a try as well.

Today I would like to describe another nearly perfect work of art from Mendittorosa. The brand captivated me with its beautifully designed bottles, but also with the intriguing stories behind the fragrances, and it has not disappointed me with the first three scents I tried, nor has it continued to do so. Neither visually nor olfactorily. And the service when ordering there is simply first-class.

But now let's get to Omega, one of three compositions from the Trilogy line.
A multifaceted, profound, layered scent of soft woods, creamy flowers, ethereal spices, balsamic resins, and almost inconspicuous, soft leather.
Regardless of the weather and season, Omega is the balance of everything and skillfully conjures a steady and indestructible elegance in the moment, without becoming loud or intrusive.

But let's start from the beginning.
We begin with a dominantly fresh start featuring directional yet not overwhelming spice. Relaxed wisps swirl around me, and delicate notes of resins and creamy woods and flowers join in. I am reminded a bit of very similar compositions, which at least in my mind all have one thing in common: they destroy elegance with citrus.
Here, soft spicy and leathery tones underscore the overall picture. The iris, unfortunately, does not become powdery as I prefer, and instead, violet takes the lead, but that fits into the composition. For me, it’s more suited for warm days, while for others, it’s more for cold days.

And when the bottle is empty (or even before that), the brand provides a chain pendant. All wishes fulfilled.

Well, whether I'm the right person to judge a classic gourmand fragrance... Regardless, I have a sample set and I'm leisurely reviewing it. So now, Vanilla Haze.

In short: Oh no, let's skip that
Now let's get to the long version.

As with some other scents from the brand, the projection hits hard at first and then quickly fades. At this point, I would love to see a representation of the projection over time, but I'll try to describe it.

It starts off with exuberant sweetness, featuring a lot of vanilla and tonka bean. The latter gradually takes up more space as time goes on. I just happen to have some of those in the kitchen. Very authentic.
Coconut milk feels a bit out of place but doesn't stick around for long. Hazelnut also plays a more subtle role and becomes undetectable after the massive opening. Caramel is present and makes the overall picture very creamy.

And then it gradually but noticeably quiets down. It's still not skin-close quiet for a long time, but with a pleasant strength, it is indeed noticeable.
And Fugazzi has truly delivered on its promise. I smell like a very sweet dessert. And here lies the problem. For me and my taste, this type of gourmand is simply too sweet and also not aesthetically pleasing to others. It's a kind of perfume art that I can't access or understand.
I think I'm experiencing that feeling of compulsion to wash it off that some people here have reported...