Natori (1995)
by Avon

This is probably an odd place to start reviewing fragrances, but this is the first fragrance of note that I actually owned. When I was a teenager, my adopted mother sold Avon, and bought all of their new perfumes without fail. She didn't much like this one, so by default, it came to me.

I wore it on my first date, to prom, and on my weddingday, and have always been pleased with it. I doubt I'd love it as much as I do if it didn't have those lovely connotations in my mind, but it does, so basically, Natori is my first love among perfumes.

I realize now that it's a bit over-sweet for my taste, and pretty shallow as far as scents go, but interestingly enough, it has quite a few of the notes that I'm finding I love in other fragrances. (orris, sandalwood, benzoin, and to a lesser extent, rose)

I suppose it was just a teenaged version of what I grew into.

25th September, 2009.

I just acquired a bottle from my late Aunt and every time I have worn it I get compliments. Didn't realise that it had been discontinued. I wouldn't normally even look at perfumes from Avon as I wear Chanel or Estee Lauder but I will certainly keep my eye out in future. Wish Avon would consider bringing this one back!

31st July, 2009.

I acquired some of this perfume in an Avon Demonstrators box, and when I first tried it I thought it smelled as if I had sprinkled myself with whiskey. However, after a few moments the real scent came through and it is exquisite. It must be a few years old , as it was discontinued sometime ago, but there are some woody notes in here that have improved with age.
Avon should consider re-introducing some of these fragrances as they are soooo popular.

12nd March, 2009.

I love this perfume. I get so many compliments when I wear it. I bought 20 bottles off ebay when it was discontinued. They're launching a new line just in time, cause I'm almost out!

25th June, 2008.

i LOOOVE this perfume i still have some actually. I never wear it because it was my fave and i want to keep it forever.

19th April, 2007.

La Belle Parfum.................

28th March, 2006.