It took 4 months since the beginning but here's the finale of my 2023 fragrance catalogue:
- Clive Christian 21: Blonde Amber
My rating: 10/10
Blonde Amber by Clive Christian is a Amber fragrance for women and men. This is a new fragrance. Blonde Amber was launched in 2022. Top notes are Rum, Olibanum, Cardamom, Bitter Orange, Ginger, Pink Pepper, Bergamot and Grapefruit; middle notes are Dried Fruits, White Tobacco, Tuberose, Sandalwood, Osmanthus, Saffron, Orris and Jasmine; base notes are Tonka Bean, Myrrh, Vanilla, Labdanum, Patchouli, Cedar, Musk and Vetiver.
- 139 Spice by Michael Malul
My rating: 9/10
Spice is boldly claiming that sexually charged moment as you lead your date to the dance floor. You can feel the music thrumming through the club and electrifying your body. You have this magnetic warmth that others can’t quite put their finger on as they orbit around you, drawing in those who dare to be bold. This you exudes power and raw sensuality.
- Pegasus Exclusif by Parfums De Marly
My rating: 8.5/10
With distinguishing marks of serene virility and exhilarating power, this unique creation embodies the sensuality of the much-appreciated vanilla, fused with an oriental twist of amber, sandalwood, natural oud and guaiac. All combined with floral heart notes of jasmine, lavender, bitter almond and geranium, the scent boasts a fine balance of fruits and spices including bergamot, pink pepper, cardamom and heliotrope.
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- Chanel Allure Sensuelle
My rating: 7/10
Allure Sensuelle by Chanel is a Amber Floral fragrance for women. Allure Sensuelle was launched in 2005. The nose behind this fragrance is Jacques Polge. Top notes are Patchouli, Pink Pepper, Peach, Mandarin Orange and Bergamot; middle notes are Turkish Rose, Bulgarian Rose, Iris, Jasmine and Dried Fruits; base notes are Patchouli, Vanilla, Spices, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Labdanum, Lavender and Amber.
- Bond No. 9 Riverside Drive
My rating: 9/10
Indie-style maleness, with a hint of Hudson River clearwater sloops. A woody-mossy masculine classic, updated with contemporary aqua accords and a hint of exotic fruit for cool crispness.
- 1920: The Origin by Tous
My rating: 7.5/10
Accessories and fragances always give a special touch to your style, but they don't dominate your personality. You are still who you are. This is what happens with TOUS 1920 The Origin, because, at first, the fragrance is light. Then, on your skin, you notice the smell of Jasmine. At the end, the presence of woods and Amber stay for longer, which will make the fragrance's personality inalterable. A mix of coolness and self-confidence, with the secret of tender Jasmine and nobility at its base.
- Xerjoff 40 Knots
My rating: 9/10
Relive the liberating feeling of being out on the water at the yacht club with 40 Knots by Xerjoff. This fresh, cooling perfume was introduced in 2012 and blends aquatic and woody accords. It opens with the smell of the salty sea breeze, which is refreshing from underlying green vegetation notes and watery notes.
- Kilian Roses on Ice
My rating: 8/10
Introducing a brand new collection, Kilian Hennessy felt it was time to pay tribute to his heritage, as heir to the renowned French cognac making family, and to his choice olfactory intoxicants for driving the night towards dawn. As a first-time collaboration with perfumer Franck Voelkl, Kilian Hennessy wanted to recreate the tasting of “gin on the rocks” with a splash of lime.
- Memo Paris Inverness
My rating: 7.5/10
Intriguing and languorous, Inverness is a land of peat, heather and golden rain, inspired by the capital of the Highlands, Scotland's largest region. Woody, floral and milky, Inverness is an olfactory voyage that opens with notes of iris and mate. The fragrance twists to a heart of amyris and sandalwood, and rests on an ultra-comforting base of sandalwood.
- Commodity Moss+
My rating: 9/10
Moss+ Bold is enhanced with fresh Bergamot combined with crisp Eucalyptus leaves for a feeling of natural freshness. The combination of earthy Oakmoss, rich Woods, and the power of Patchouli adds depth while taking you right through the woods and connects you right with nature."—Donna Ramanauskas
- Dasman by Boadicea the Victorious
My rating: 9/10
Dasman is a perfume by Boadicea the Victorious that evokes the Middle East. It has notes of rose, neroli, geranium, lavender, saffron, and bergamot peel. The base notes include agarwood, amber, musk, patchouli, cypriol oil, vetiver, and olibanum.
- Solstice Scents Pharaoh
My rating: 9/10
Pharaoh is a fragrance comprised primarily of the long-established, popular and neutral scent of Egyptian Musk spiked with just a few drops of Frankincense Essential Oil and a splash of honey far in the background. It is a beautiful, very soft fragrance that is perfect for wearing when you’re looking for something understated and muted but would like to smell clean. It is a truly wonderful unisex fragrance that has a slight tinge of the exotic and is clean, fresh, mild, natural and has just the slightest hint of a floral. The frankincense is very soft and detectable solely upon application. After that, it takes a back seat and really is more of a note adding depth rather than one standing as identifiable. The honey is a very mild natural honey and does not contain the almond notes that other honey blends have.
- Byredo Mojave Ghost
My rating: 9/10
With a light and graceful character top notes of musky Ambrette combine with fresh Jamaican Nesberry. Powdery Violet then unfurls to reveal Sandalwood. Finally warm Chantilly Musk rounds out a base of crisp Amber and Cedar wood, leaving the raw spirit of Mojave Ghost to linger on the skin.
- Le Labo Gaiac 10
My rating: 8.5/10
Gaiac is a very hard, greenish wood that isn’t as dry as cedar, but is as subtle, profound, and stable. GAIAC 10 is a tense formula built on gaiac wood and surrounded by musk notes (4 different types in all), with hints of cedar and olibanum (incense). Don’t expect this woody musk to leave a perfuming trail from where you are to Hokkaido (unless you are already in Hokkaido), but it will stick on you and with you, despite your mood, for days and days, nights and nights.
- Roja Dove Isola Blu Parfum
My rating: 9/10
Docked in the Mediterranean, an exquisitely-dressed individual steps off a private yacht. A day of relaxation at a private Villa evolves into an evening of fine dining as the sun sinks into the ocean. A five star vacation captured in a fragrance, just one spritz of this sophisticated Citrus perfume surrounds you in the scent of endless summer.
- Maison Francis Kurkdjian Petit Marin
My rating: 10/10
At the rise of dawn in Paris, cut through the delicious freshness of early morning and be renewed with the beauty of life. Le Petit Matin eau de parfum is like a stroll through the empty streets and arcades of Paris in the early morning light. This citrusy floral fragrance is carried by the luminous vitality of litsea cubeba from Indonesia and lemon from Calabria, and the floral sweetness of lavender from Provence and hawthorn, before losing itself in a labyrinth of musky amber notes. Throw yourself into the excitement of the day with Petit Matin, a vibrant and luminous eau de parfum.
- Tommy Bahama Maritime Voyage
My rating: 6.5/10
Maritime Voyage by Tommy Bahama is a Aromatic fragrance for men. This is a new fragrance. Maritime Voyage was launched in 2022. Top notes are Lime, Lemongrass and Carambola (Star Fruit); middle notes are Sage, Juniper and elemi; base notes are Driftwood, Cedar and Musk.
- Creed Royal Water
My rating: 8.5/10
A fragrance for the glamorous socialite, Royal Water Eau de Parfum is perfectly balanced, retaining the zesty freshness of summer citrus notes whilst lavish herbal and spicy notes provide a touch of sophistication to this signature scent. An understated necessity to your fragrance wardrobe, this perfectly balanced effervescent perfume will take you from winter through to summer with ease.
- Creed Royal Mayfair
My rating: 8/10
Royal Mayfair by Creed is a Floral Fruity Gourmand fragrance for women and men. Royal Mayfair was launched in 2015. The nose behind this fragrance is Olivier Creed. Top notes are Pine Tree, Gin and Lime; middle note is Rose; base notes are Eucalyptus, Cedar and Orange.
- Guerlain Shalimar
My rating: 7/10
L'Eau de Parfum Shalimar is a mythic fragrance with bergamot, iris and vanilla notes ; an intense wake with a touch of impertinence, always glowing which embodies skin-caressing sensuality with a hint of the forbidden.
- Boadicea the Victorious Oud Sapphire
My rating: 10/10
A scent that takes you on a journey, the latest addition to our Sapphire Collection, Oud Sapphire symbolizes the ebbs and flows in life from soft moments to exciting climaxes to tranquility, all whilst harbouring inner strength.
- Rue Du Cirque by Robert Piguet
My rating: 8/10
For Robert Piguet, Rue du Cirque was where his love affair with France began. It is where he set up his first small atelier and poured his creative genius into everything he did. With Paris Rue du Cirque as a backdrop to this enticing scent, the formula winks to traditional perfumery while leading a fresh journey for the fragrance pioneer. Rue du cirque tickles as it opens with a brilliant explosion of herbaceous bergamot and sweetly spicey. The laughter immediately continues into the scent stunning floral heart. A combination of delicate lily of the valley, geranium and jasmine. For a final addictive abduction the formula unfolds with white amber, sensual musk and Haitian vetiver all temptingly accented by seductive praline.
- Amouage Incense Rori
My rating: 9.5/10
The sheer glory of Hojari Frankincense shines bright against a dark veil of Oakmoss and the hushed warmth of Virginian Cedarwood. The magical scent of Khor Rori at dusk, when incense wafts from the boats ashore.
- Rochas Moustache
My rating: 7/10
Moustache Cologne by Rochas, Launched by the design house of rochas in 1948, moustache is classified as a sharp, woody, mossy fragrance. This masculine scent possesses a blend of a woodsy scent of citrus with a powdery dry-down. It is recommended for casual wear.
- Maison Margiela Coffee Break
My rating: 9/10
Released in 2019, Replica Coffee Break is a unisex fragrance inspired by the comfort you feel with a warm cup of coffee in your hand. From French perfume house Maison Margiela, this cozy scent opens with top notes of orange flower petals, earthy patchouli, and pepper essence for a spicy introduction. At the heart are notes of cypriol, tonka bean, and benzoin, which add depth.
- Paco Rabanne Pour Homme
My rating: 7/10
Citrus, Floral, Powdery. Discovered in 1973, Paco Rabanne cologne for men is a elegant, spicy, lavender, amber fragrance. This fine fragrance contains rosemary, lavender, bergamot and is accented with sage, carnation and cedar making Paco Rabanne cologne perfect for casual and formal use.
- Nasomatto Narcotic V.
My rating: 10/10
Nasomatto creator Alessandro Gualtieri describes Narcotic Venus as "A quest for the overwhelming addictive intensity of female sexual power.” Narcotic Venus is an intensely rich fragrance dominated by tropical florals and ruled by sublime tuberose.
That'll do it! That's the official fragrance catalogue of 2023. Thank you for viewing!