I find the original Eros (2012) beyond horrible! From top to bottom, it smells obnoxious and of poor quality. Its green apple and mint top smells more reminiscent of bubblegum than anything natural. But as it develops, it somehow gets worse. Versace doubles down on the sweetness and cliches, as vanilla and tonka first, and … Continue reading Versace – Eros Energy – The Best From The Line?
Tag: Designer Fragrance
Tom Ford – Black Lacquer – Back In Black?
Do you secretly hope to hate new-release perfumes whenever you try them for the first time so you're not tempted to buy them? Or is that just me? I haven't had to worry about Tom Ford's releases being up to the mark for some time. Their flood of fragrances featuring ever more juvenile names and … Continue reading Tom Ford – Black Lacquer – Back In Black?
First Impressions – Miller et Bertaux – Aymara
Pictured above is my burgeoning collection of scents from the French house. First Impressions - Miller et Bertaux - Aymara - There's only a handful of brands I actively seek out for their new release perfumes. One of those brands is the French designers Miller et Bertaux. Their offerings are generally well-made, unpretentious, and relatively affordable. … Continue reading First Impressions – Miller et Bertaux – Aymara
Mini Review – Marc-Antoine Barrois – Ganymede
Marc-Antoine Barrois - Ganymede - A familiar scent but not from the perfume world, 5/10. Yesterday I visited the dentist for my six-monthly checkup. Like most folks, it's not something I look forward to with much glee. However, I must admit the staff at my dental practice are always friendly and a pleasure to deal … Continue reading Mini Review – Marc-Antoine Barrois – Ganymede