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Eau de parfum
Antonio Maretti Skip the Foreplay
Gender:
Male
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Overall impression
Antonio Maretti Skip the Foreplay is a men’s eau de parfum from the Prestige collection.
The composition belongs to the fougère family and combines citrus freshness, the spicy energy of pepper, smoky balsamic nuances, and a rich woody-leathery base.
This fragrance was created for a man who has no need for lengthy introductions.
Even the name Skip the Foreplay conveys the confident character of the release: its presence is swift, noticeable, and seductively daring, yet layered and meticulously structured.
Character and development
At the opening, the composition unfolds with a cool green accord of bergamot, lavender, and clary sage, quickly energized by a piquant touch of black pepper.
A citrus spark makes the opening vibrant, while the aromatic notes give it focus and classic fougère expressiveness.
As it develops, apple, amber, incense, and a leather accord come to the fore.
The fruity juiciness does not turn the fragrance into a light, compote-like flanker; instead, it highlights the resinous depth and emphasizes the contrast between freshness and the dark texture of leather.
In the drydown, Skip the Foreplay becomes warmer and denser.
Patchouli, sandalwood, vanilla, and vetiver create a long-lasting woody-gourmand presence with gentle sweetness, dry earthiness, and a distinctly masculine signature.
Longevity and sillage
According to its positioning, the fragrance has very powerful sillage, making its presence noticeable not only to the wearer but also to those around them.
Skip the Foreplay is suitable for evenings, cooler seasons, special occasions, and situations where you want to emphasize confidence and individuality.
No precise recommendations for application to skin or clothing have been provided.
With this level of intensity, it is sensible to start with a small number of sprays and assess how it develops on your own skin: the rich base can last for a long time, gradually settling closer to the body.
The perfumer and the brand’s style
The composition was created by Christian Calabro.
His work is built around an expressive transition from a fresh aromatic opening to an amber-leathery heart and a deep woody base, giving the fragrance a striking yet cohesive character.
The release captures the spirit of Antonio Maretti—a young Italian niche brand that focuses on bold ideas, a distinctive presentation, and a modern interpretation of masculinity.
Skip the Foreplay will especially appeal to those looking not for a neutral everyday fragrance, but for an expressive, characterful perfume statement.
Who this fragrance is for
Skip the Foreplay is worth considering for fans of amber, aromatic, leather, and woody compositions with a spicy accent.
It may be an excellent choice for a man who enjoys powerful sillage, the contrast between fresh top notes and a warm base, and fragrances capable of making an impression from the very first minutes.
If you would like to explore rich compositions in a similar direction, consider The Spirit of Dubai Turath, and compare it with Mugler A*Men Pure Leather and The Spirit of Dubai Meydan.
At the same time, Skip the Foreplay retains its own identity thanks to its fougère freshness at the opening and the combination of incense, leather, vanilla, and woody nuances in the sillage.
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