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Honour Woman by Amouage
by rbaker
The fruity combination of light pepper, cardamom and a general fruitiness- rhubarb with hints of ripe apple - makes for a pleasant opening. Not too fresh, but light and bright. The drydown turns floral- muguet in the forefront. Seconded by carn...More
L'Homme Idéal Eau de Parfum by Guerlain
by notspendingamillion
Similar concept and feeling as the EDT in the opening. But I smell the rose here. The jammy rose takes this to a sweeter, bit more sultry and luxurious area. Reminds me of Dior's Ambre Nuit. It sort of sparkles. I see red strawberries, dripping w...More
L'Homme Idéal by Guerlain
by notspendingamillion
My first thought when I sprayed this was that it was reminiscent of Valentino Uomo Intense. Sweetness with a bite that I guess comes from the biter almond and citrus. Tonka citrus leather, is the order I'd go here. Something hints at powderyness w...More