Basenotes - Reviews by ayesha

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Black Amethyst by Bath and Body Works

I walked into Bath and Body Works looking for an exfoliant when the "Sensual" line caught my eye. Now I sampled Black Amethyst first expecting something, syrupy, too sweet, too simple, and... well... trite. But I was pleasantly surprised. Black Amethyst has olfactory highs and lows that gives it a sophisticated complexity. It is beautiful and polite with it's citrus/floral top yet the addition of patchouli and vetiver ( and just enough) gives it a depth... a moodiness, really a naughty flavor that I love. You can wear to work and out on a date. It really smells like a much more expensive fragrance than it is. It's a wonderful investment. The latest bottle ( they reissued it) is also pleasant looking which means it sits nicely next to your high-end bottles. I wish there was an EDP however as this fragrance doesn't last long enough one me, but really, stellar work by Bath and Body Works. I also bought "Sensual Amber" a much more flirtatious sent that I will reserve for dates or when I want to feel a little more vivacious, but it is nice too. Reminds me of Calypso Amber.

17th November, 2008.

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Obsession by Calvin Klein

I once read an article that said a woman should pursue a scent that seduces her, rather than a scent that seduces her prospective suitors. This way, we fall in love with a scent that truly is evocative of ourselves because on some level it tells our story. This is Obsession for me. Created in the year of my birth, this scent is at first glance a lady, upon second glance a siren, and after an extended meeting... an ingenue. It's only downfall is its popularity. However, now that it is over 20 years old, it stands out in the sea of florientals as a provocative classic. I even love to spray a little on after I shower in the evening because I love cuddling up to the scent. I love perfume and I've worn all sorts of classics around my significant other but the first time I wore this around him he noticed immediately. Not my signature scent... unfortunately, but definitely a go to for special evenings and those random days when I need a pick me up.

23rd April, 2008.

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Kiton Men by Kiton

The man I'm dating swears by Kiton and as a woman, I love this scent on him. It's sexy and charming; both masculine, but warm, and inviting. I think the citrus/pineapple top notes makes it rather fresh and chill. I think it's great for a man who wants to come off layed-back, slightly off beat, and approachable. This fragrance doesn't drive me wild (like Lolita Lempicka) but it does make me quite happy. I would suggest it for a man from 22-40.

18th January, 2008.

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