SOTD: Aswan by Widian (07/02/2025 Review) I received Aswan yesterday and didn't hesitate to make it my choice today. Widian's Aswan is a fruity-spicy fragrance that blends raspberry, bergamot, and pink pepper in the top notes; cedar and violet leaves in the middle; and leather, tobacco, vanilla, and musk in the base. There's also a realistic leather (not like smooth suede) that's subtly blended and stays constant throughout the experience. While initially fruity, the scent develops into a warmer, more amber and spicy fragrance. Aswan, for me, while having a notable leather note, is rather different than other leather-dominant fragrances like Parfums de Marly's Godolphin and Tom Ford's Tuscan Leather. This is primarily due to the fruity, bright and warm notes playing a relatively more significant role in Aswan. This makes Aswan more versatile, and while masculine leaning is also a great unisex option. The composition is rather unique, but not ground-breaking. While it may not be mass appealing, it is not offensive in my opinion.

Well I have bought two by fours cut and display shelves and now it’s organizing time!!!

I received my bottle of Liwa today, my third fragrance from the Widian line. I've been drawn to this house since purchasing Aswan. After I got London (recommended by BoS, particularly @Paul Bartnicki) I developed an incredible itch for more. Liwa is highly recommended, and I am anxious to try even more.

I stopped at my favorite fragrance retailer after work and talk about great timing. Incredible selection of new releases, and many new-to-the-market fragrances were available. In addition, a niche collector, anxious to show off his collection, added another 10 fragrances to the list. I will list the top discoveries below: 1. Neiman Marcus by Roja 2. Elysium Noir by Roja 3. Can't Get Enough by Initio 4. Amber Star by Xerjoff (these will be available in the local market shortly) 5. Starlight 6. Coro 7. Opera 8. Star Musk 9. Richwood (not new to me) 10. Invasion Barbare by MCM (customer) 11. Dancing Light by Olfactive Studio (customer) 12. Valentino Uomo Born in Roma Ivory (Nordstrom's) I completely lost track as I tried to keep up with the stuff being tested.

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