Il Mondo di Odore

Aldehydes, Bergamot, Galbanum. Muguet, Ylang-Ylang, Orris Root, Tuberose. Musk, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Cedar, Ambergris. This 1985 release from Avon comes in a bottle that reminds me somewhat of the original Ted Lapidus from 1978. It possesses that 70's tackiness that I love. The fragrance itself is not reminiscent of your garden variety Avon product for sure. After numerous wearings, I find this rather good and the quality isn't indicative of Avon's normal offerings. This is much better and had I smelled this blind, I would have never guessed this release derived from this house. Also, for an Eau de Cologne, its presence and tenacity is impressive. Almost a shared scent, Imari leans a tad feminine for my tastes. I wouldn't think it inappropriate if I smelled a male donning this fragrance, but I'd prefer smelling it on a woman. It smells superior than what you would expect from an "Avon" product. I also own and wear "masculines" such as...

Life can be a real bitch. The past 5 weeks or a bit longer ( as I'm too tired to recall ), my job has completely taken over. It's not by choice since I put a premium on maintaining balance in my life. Presently, I have absolutely none and by the look of things, it may take longer than I or Corporate had anticipated. Chalk it up to problematic staffing. I feel bad for neglecting my blog. I thoroughly enjoy it and miss all the things I'm not smelling ( good or not so good...). Please accept my apology for not updating anything whatsoever. I look forward to regaining a normal work routine and naturally turning some of my attention back to reviewing. I have every intention of continuing the blog for years to come. Now, if I can only get a freaking day off or a work shift not consisting of 12-14 hours. Please check the blog occasionally as I will eventually return from the wilderness.

Lemon, Lavender, Clary Sage, Carnation, Cedar, Clove, Geranium, Patchouli, Heliotrope, Oakmoss, Musk, Tonka Bean, Vanilla. I recently read a rare fragrance review submitted by Michael Storer. Rare in the sense that Michael Storer doesn't really review scents and then upload his opinion for the public to read. He is an Independent Perfumer who creates and distributes his own brand. From what I can tell, Michael is also a very nice person in a tough and competitive business. He recently chose to submit a review of Canoe ( of all things ! ) and when I finished reading his post, I was inspired to revise my own review. I had every intention of doing so anyway, but Michael's review persuaded me to do it now. Let it be known that I actually do own and wear Canoe on a rotation basis. The Canoe Cologne I own is an EdC from approximately the mid 1960's. I don't know how much of a difference there is between it and later releases. I have about 25ml. remaining from the ...

My best guess as to the accords are as follows : Cyclamen, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Ginger. Cardamom, Geranium, Pepper, Cedar, Orris Root. Sandalwood, Vetiver, Musk. I apologize for having to guess at the listed notes. I can find no info on this "Platinum" version of Ferragamo, yet it's exactly what it states on the NIB 50ml. I picked up recently. It's not closely related to the original Ferragamo pour Homme, so it's an entity all its own, yet with no forthcoming information about year of release or ingredients. Let's just call it the Mystery Bargain Bin Ferragamo for Men. I know it doesn't exactly roll off the tongue, but it is what it is............ The opening is rather enjoyable in spite of it possessing that chemical vibe I associate with more current creations. Since I don't know when this was actually released, it may have been on the cutting edge of construction and aroma. In any event, I like it enough to employ this fragrance as a wo...

Bergamot, Mandarin, Lemon, Lavender, Geranium, Muguet, Rose, Ambergris, Cedar, Sandalwood, Vanilla, Musk. After wearing Newport by Caswell Massey a few times and then reading what others had to say about this recent formulation, I found some of the opinions harsh. I have no way to compare it to the heralded vintage formula, nor can I use memory as I've never tried the original. Enter the current version. I do agree with some reviews that this rendition does not bring about the sense of beach and salt, but there's a long line of fragrances that fail to represent their depictions. However, Newport isn't so far off the mark that it's a complete misrepresentation. I can imagine wearing Newport ( or something similar ) in a beach setting. It smells classic due to the way Citrus, Lavender and Geranium are implemented. It's assuredly retro, but it seems to have that intangible I like that keeps me sniffing. Newport, at least on my skin, is top heavy in the sens...

Galbanum, Green Notes, Aldehydes, Hyacinth, Neroli, Bergamot, Chinese Cinnamon, Cassia. Bulgarian Rose, Mandarin, Lily of the Valley, Orchid, Fruit Notes, Tuberose, Ylang Ylang. Sandalwood, Vetiver, Vanilla, Amber, Benzoin, Musk, Civet, Ambergris. I cannot help but get a charge out of fragrances created and released in the 1980's. Good or bad, they gave new meaning to the definitions of volume and tenacity. Not every creation was made in this fashion, but most were and especially the ones making a run at being financially successful. That time period really did epitomize excess and "more is best". Music, business and fashion were also a testament to this mindset, so it stands to reason that scent would follow suit. Anne Klein's 1984 release is a big, feminine floriental that needs a sparing hand. The last thing one wants to do is to apply this liberally. However, this isn't strong simply for the sake of being strong. Anne Klein is actually a very good fe...

Jasmine, Gardenia, Peach, Gardenia, Green Notes. My initial reaction to this 1981 floral concoction is DAMN ! This heady brew is not for everyone and that includes those in proximity to the wearer. Bordering on crass, Sand and Sable opens with both barrels. I have to tell you that this particular scent simply isn't my cup of tea, but I know from researching it that others like it enough to own it and give it a thumbs up. As for me, Sand and Sable succeeded where many, many others have failed......and that is to give me an eye-piercing headache. I kid you not when I say I had to remove it from my skin ( more than once ) and take some Ibuprofen. Naturally, the presence would have eventually dissipated and become somewhat tolerable, but I could not wait it out. I don't enjoy headaches and each time I have sampled Sand and Sable, a noticeable and throbbing pain would develop behind both eyes. I love fragrance and especially sampling all manner of diverse creations, but ...