Katerina Zaiatskaia

Katerina Zaiatskaia

Feb. 16, 2026

2/5

2

I tried to understand this fragrance somehow, but alas, I couldn't. Usually, I like how Lutens creates gourmand and floral compositions, but something went wrong here. This sweet berry-honey accord, which is usually so appealing, is just overwhelmed by some strange exotic flower. The petals seem glued together, and if this flower ever had its own fragrance, it got lost under this cloying sweetness. That's not all: there's some piercing note that reminds me of hairspray, and it completely ruins the impression. Maybe it was intentional, but wearing such a fragrance is extremely difficult. It hardly changes, sitting for six hours with this deafening sweetness, and then it just disappears. Honestly, this is one of the failures of recent launches, especially when compared to Fils de Joie ))

Katerina Zaiatskaia

Feb. 16, 2026

4/5

4

Honestly, the fragrance didn't impress me. It's something in between modern violets and leather, but I expected more from a new release. It reminds me of Grain de Poudre by YSL, but with some kind of watercolor treatment, as if they're trying to make it more «natural». The leather is clearly present here, but with a somewhat chalky aftertaste, as well as a sweetish iris. The woody accord is also there, but not too intrusive, which is nice. Violet with leaves, ozonic, gasoline-like, raspberry - in general, a standard violet, not powdery, except maybe at the very beginning. The fragrance is generally not bad, but nothing new. Unlike Grain de Poudre, it's comfortable to wear as it doesn't cause irritation. All in all, nothing special, but it might suit its fans 😒

Katerina Zaiatskaia

Feb. 16, 2026

4/5

4

It's so great that now there's an option not to frantically search for Bvlgari Black! This version in the rubber packaging is a real find. The amber in it is simply stunning, it reminds me of the best times of "Shalimar." The copy turned out successful, and I gladly give it a high rating! )))

Katerina Zaiatskaia

Feb. 16, 2026

5/5

5

The perfume is truly impressive, although it seems tea-like, it's not just an ordinary scent. Black smoky tea here is framed by bright citrus notes that add interest and don't overshadow the main idea 🍊 In the depths, resins and vanilla are felt, also with a smoky hint, and it's hard to understand exactly what you're feeling - tea or something else. These perfumes are smooth and elegant, as if created seamlessly, and their name recalls the works of Soulages 🌟

Katerina Zaiatskaia

Feb. 16, 2026

5/5

5

This perfume is a real find! It's floral-musky, with such a soft oriental base that you simply can't get enough of it. Musk and incense create an incredibly cozy feeling, as if you're being hugged by a warm blanket. It doesn't scream for attention, but gently whispers, which makes it ideal for everyday wear. If you compare it to Lancôme Jasmin Marzipane, here the woody notes and a light smokiness add a special charm. Finding something similar won't be easy, but if you were to mix Jasmin Marzipane with Gucci eau de parfum, you might get an interesting result. All in all, it's a fragrance that lifts your mood and brings joy! :)

Katerina Zaiatskaia

Feb. 16, 2026

4/5

4

Tobacco Toscano fragrance, to be honest, is not as pronounced as its 'brother' Acqua di Cuba, and it has less sweetness, although vanilla is still present. Birch with a light smokiness adds interest, and bergamot, though present at the beginning, quickly fades into the background. Overall, the fragrance is quite light and delicate, the tobacco isn't overwhelming, and the amber base doesn't weigh it down. Vanilla only starts to appear after a couple of hours, but then disappears again. It doesn't seem too sweet or too smoky, rather it reminds me of something from the Guerlain collection. The composition as a whole evokes associations with Bvlgary Black, but it's not as bright, and there's almost no powderiness here. This is both good and bad: Tobacco Toscano is indeed an eau de cologne with normal longevity, lasting 4-5 hours. Sometimes that's exactly what you need, but sometimes you wish the fragrance would last longer, because it's very pleasant and suitable for everyday use, not overloaded with 'masculine' notes - which is a rarity in perfumery 🔥

Katerina Zaiatskaia

Feb. 16, 2026

3/5

3

Honestly, there's something off with this scent. Everyone around is shouting that it's an incredible carnation, a new classic, and something about "Poivre" and "Opium." But in reality, it's nothing like that. It's not carnation, but rather some peppery wood with frankincense. From the first notes, you feel a ton of black pepper, smoky frankincense, and powerful wood. To catch any nuances of carnation or rose, you need to be very well-versed in oriental-woody fragrances. They don't play a significant role here. A similar approach to carnation can be seen in "Oeillet Bengale" by Aedes de Venustas, but here everything is much more intense and heavier. If you love classic floral carnation, like in "Oeillet Savage" or Caron's carnations, then this scent is definitely not for you. For you, there's Velvet Love by Dolce&Gabbana, which has an excellent carnation. Glorilis will most likely appeal to frankincense lovers; for them, it's another interesting fragrance. But there are no amberwoods here; the sound is quite clean and natural 🌧️