Spain winning the WC got me in a good mood so decided to go with BBA today. And heres my sotw for the last 7 days. Only 2 new frags from them were fusion and renaissance. Fusion is surprisingly a very nice fragrance. A more mature paradise garden if i may call it that. Performance is on the weaker side but great price point. Renaissance is amazing. Old school vibe and classy fresh citrusy floral fragrance. Very high quality as well. Performance was definitely on the weaker side for a xerjoff. Roughly 6 hrs and then it mellowed out. Seems like i have to explore some freshies from them aswell.

Starting another Monday, and going with Burberry Hero EDT. The freshest version with nice citrus off the top but strikes quickly into that known cedar foundation. The EDP is still the best in the line to me, but this is more of an every day wear.

An alternative to Blue Moon Ginger Dash By Kilian. A very fresh, citrusy, and spicy opening, that blends in to a more green, aromatic and woodsy aroma. The dry down keeps the freshness of the opening, while giving space to ambery and mossy nuances. It woks wonders on the heat, great for casual use, gets compliments, has good protection and longevity. Website official notes: Top notes : Lemon, ginger, and bergamot Heart notes: Herbaceous, cypress, and mint Base notes: Ozonic, ambery, and moss

The Day Three Frost launch party was a wonderful evening and a great way to experience the newest release from a house I already have a lot of respect for. The atmosphere was relaxed, the fragrance community came out to support the launch, and the entire event felt like a real celebration of how far Day Three has come. One thing that needs to be made clear about Frost is that this is not simply an Ambroxan, ISO E Super or fixative-style fragrance enhancer. I think some people may hear the word “enhancer” and automatically assume that Frost is just a layering chemical made to improve performance or projection. That is not what this fragrance is. Frost is a complete composition that can be worn independently as its own fragrance or used as an enhancer throughout all four seasons. It has its own fresh, icy and cooling character, but it was also created in a way that allows it to blend naturally with other fragrances without completely changing or covering up their original identity. Worn by itself, Frost gives you an icy freshness that feels clean, airy and cooling without becoming overly sharp or harsh. It works perfectly as a warm-weather fragrance, but its real strength is how versatile it becomes when you start layering it with the rest of the Day Three collection. I layered Frost with the entire collection during the launch party, and honestly, every combination worked wonderfully. Frost did not overpower any of the fragrances or erase what made them special. It simply added that icy accord over the top, giving each fragrance a fresh and cooling twist. You can layer Frost with the summer bangers in the Day Three line to make them feel even fresher, brighter and more refreshing. At the same time, you can use it with some of the heavier fall and winter fragrances to lighten them up and make them easier to wear in warmer weather. That is what makes Frost such an interesting release. It does not only belong to one season. It can be worn independently during the spring and summer, but it can also add a cooling edge to darker, richer and heavier fragrances that you might normally put away once the temperatures rise.

Match #15 in my 40-fragrance tournament features two very different takes on woody fragrances: #12 seed Shaghaf Oud Azraq versus #21 seed Narciso Rodriguez Bleu Noir Eau de Parfum. Shaghaf Oud Azraq (2022, by Swiss Arabian) is a powerhouse. Honey, cinnamon, vanilla, oud, and amber create a rich, warm fragrance that projects strongly and lasts for hours. If you're looking for performance, this one absolutely delivers. For cold winter days, it's an excellent choice. Narciso Rodriguez Bleu Noir Eau de Parfum (2018, created by Sonia Constant) takes the opposite approach. Vetiver, cedar, ebony wood, blue cedar, amber, and musk come together in a smooth, understated composition that's elegant without trying too hard. It's refined, versatile, and easy to wear in a wide range of situations. There's no question that Shaghaf Oud Azraq wins on projection and longevity. But for me, the honey, cinnamon, and vanilla become just a little too much, limiting when I want to wear it. Bleu Noir may be quieter, but it's the fragrance I'd reach for far more often. That's what matters most, so Narciso Rodriguez Bleu Noir Eau de Parfum advances to the next round, while Shaghaf Oud Azraq drops into the loser's bracket.