Valentina Assoluto
Valentino (2012)

Charming and Cute Chypre

This is reminiscent of Panthere EDP, infused with a big dose of fun! The peach here is so darn juicy and light-hearted. I love that the truffle note presents itself as earthy, like perfumed potting soil. I find this truffle to be less literal than Black Orchid’s interpretation, which I find to be a more realistic mushroom-y.

This is fun, happy and modern take on a fruity chypre. It’s simultaneously sophisticated and flirty. I think all ages could get into this. It’s great for veteran chypre lovers, as well as those who are just beginning their journey.

This is slightly heavy. An autumn or winter-time scent. Smoky, almost musky vanilla, and incense-like floral. The jasmine and patchouli blend well in this one. The tuber note makes it a bit nutty, rich, and elegant.

Elegant floral with a green touchThe overall floral groundswell is set by jasmine and tuberose, with a deeper drydown with peach fruitiness, patchouli and a touch of cedar. Nice, decent quality a d blending. Longevity four hours. Good for evenings out.

I liked the scent of this but the fiance told me I smelled like his grandmother's bathroom. It also had pretty poor longevity. Marc Jacob's Dot and Flowerbomb lasted much longer and stronger on me than this did.

Tried this at the airport last week and thought it was absolutely beautiful. Very classy and sophisticated. I definitely get a resemblance between this and Very Valentino, which I also love. There is a Parma Violet theme in both. Will be adding to my Christmas list (by which time I will hopefully have room in my perfume box for more!).