A brand-new release for this year, MYSLF L'Absolu is a Spicey/Woody Scent from perfumer Christophe Raynaud. That’s the guy responsible for the JPG Scandal line. This is the third addition to the YSL line following the original 2023 EDP and 2024’s Le Parfum. A more intense and spiced version of the original. Even the bottle is the same although the shiny polished finish makes it a smudge collector. It’s a beautifully crafted scent, I have noticed that it does leave an oily film on the back of my hand when testing. So I’m assuming there is a fairly higher than normal concentration here! The opening is the most noticeable departure from the original. It features a prominent and invigorating blend of ginger & cardamom, which adds a fresh, spicy & slightly quality. This is balanced by a hint of bergamot, carrying over the clean, citrusy feel of the original. At the heart, the signature orange blossom note from the MYSLF line is magnified. YSL claim too source this from their Ourika Community Gardens in Morocco. This note provides a clean, floral, and almost soapy or "fabric softener" like quality although I would suggest this is more to do with the Ambrofix that is lurking in the base notes. The dry-down is anchored by a generous overdose of patchouli, which is not overly earthy or dirty; instead, it's more of a "suave," warm, & sensual woodiness that provides a solid foundation for the scent. I’m also picking up Lavandin in the dry down. This is probably my favourite from YSL too date, although in fairness, this is only my third bottle. Performance is stellar with an easy 8 hrs on my skin, it projects for just under 3 at arm’s length before becoming a skin scent. But this comes at a premium. A 100ml bottle at my local will set you back €155. They did through in a gorgeous leather YSL branded toiletries bag and a 7.5ml travel splash bottle to sample which was nice, but we aint chasing bag collections here, it’s the juice that counts. My Rating: 8/10 Scent: 2.5 Longevity: 2.5

I think this was actually recommended by our very own @Antonio Centeno, Ok so yes It was a blind buy, but I had been hunting it for a while. And boy was I super happy to find it and only €32 for a 100ml edp. Its a classic Oriental/Spicey fragrance with a touch of booziness to it. Released back in 2013 from the nose of Nathalie Lorson. As car frags go this is second only yo my Bugatti Amber. It opens up with a strong, even "harsh" or "synthetic," burst of herbaceous notes (Geranium, Clary Sage), black pepper, and that prominent boozy rum note. The fragrance quickly transitions into its core, where leather & cinnamon become dominant. Woody notes, frankincense & labdanum also play a significant role, keeping it from becoming overly sweet. The drydown becomes softer & more comforting, with vanilla & benzoin adding a delicious sweetness, supported by tender patchouli, cedar & some other woody notes. The leather and rum linger in the background. I cant see why you would not want this in your collection. It punches well above its class in the performance, with both projection & sillage. A cheap nut beautiful fragrance. Junt dont tell Bentley, they might up the price on us. Bentley is a long-lasting & projecting fragrance. If you enjoy a bold, boozy, leathery, spicy scent. It offers excellent value for its quality and is best suited for cooler weather and formal or evening occasions. My Rating 7.5/10 Scent 2.5 Longevity 2 Sillage 2 Y/N 1

I want to send a huge shoutout to @Jamal Moore for sending over these decants and samples! I’m not going to have a chance to smell them yet but I’m sure they’re all going to be amazing! Can’t wait to try this Amiel Brown and the Memo Paris Moon Fever for sure! Thanks Jamal! You’re the MAN! Samples & Decants included • Amiel Brown CXLVII • Memo Paris Moon Fever • Pantheon Romo “O” • Issey Miyake Nuit D’Issey • Ferragamo Uomo Signature • L’Eau D’Issey Wood & Wood • House of Dastan Love Flame • Ferragamo Spicy Leather • Mattiere Premier falcon leather

Busy with moving houses so decided to go with something that’ll last the whole day. Super underrated cold weather fragrance. Juicy mirabelle plum and silky smooth sandalwood. Performance is really good as well. Definitely a FBW.

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