This is actually by youngest son Dylan's bottle,he got a decant from me a while ago and has been wanting it for his birthday. So we got him his first Versace yesterday. It's been a staple in my collection ever since I started my collection. Versace Dylan Blue is often known as the Swiss Army Knife of the fragrance world. Launched in 2016 and created by Alberto Morillas. It was Versace’s answer to the blue fragrance trend a genre defined by clean, shower-gel vibes that are versatile and mass appealing. Dare I say this is perhaps the best of not one of the best Blue fragrances on the market. Ok some might say Dior Sauvage which I love or indeed Chanels BDC, but this was my first blue and will probably always be the top of the list for me. DB is a fresh, clean, masculine scent with an underlying depth & a touch of spice. It's got that shower gel vibe to it thanks to the ambroxan. It opens with a punchy blast of citrus Grapefruit and Calabrian Bergamot mixed with a unique Fig Leaf note. The fig leaf gives it a slightly green, crushed-leaf bitterness that prevents it from being just another citrus scent. The heart is where the "Blue" magic happens. Ambroxan takes center stage, providing a metallic, clean, and salty vibe. It is joined by Black Pepper for spice and Papyrus for a dry, woody texture. The base is where the scent becomes smoother and darker. Incense adds a smoky touch, while Tonka Bean and Saffron provide a subtle, creamy sweetness. It ends as a clean, masculine skin scent. ​For an Eau de Toilette Dylan Blue is a powerhouse. This is an easy 7 to 8 hrs on skin with strong projection for the first 2 to 3. It is noticeable without being suffocating, though you should be careful with sprays. 3–4 sprays is usually the sweet spot. Arguably the most versatile fragrance in the Versace lineup. It’s fresh enough for summer heat but has enough "weight" (incense and tonka) to cut through the winter cold. It works for the gym, the office, a first date, or a formal wedding. It leans youthful because of its energetic "shower gel" vibe, but it’s polished enough for older men as a casual daily driver. A must have in any collection and my favourite blue fragrance.

Back at it with another Mancera banger! Tonight I bring you Kumkat Wood, launched in 2013 by once again the amazing Pierre Montale. This is a woody, floral, musky fragrance that absolutely turns heads… even when you least expect it. The opening hits tart and bright, with an obvious blast of bergamot and citrus plume. There’s an immediate effervescent quality right out of the gate, which I suspect comes from the spices paired with cedar. At first, it presents itself as somewhat subtle, almost polite but trust me… that impression does not last. Stay tuned. Around the 18-minute mark, cedar and vetiver begin to surface while the bitter-sweet grapefruit and lemon continue floating on top of the blend. At this stage, it’s slightly spicy, lightly sweet, yet still bright and vibrant. The woods here aren’t dark or heavy, they’re light, airy, and refined, with cedar taking the lead and vetiver humming in the background. It’s honestly addicting. Fast forward to about five hours in, and the scent shifts deeper while maintaining its brightness. Vetiver becomes more forward, with cedar continuing to give that uplifting, almost sparkling feel. Projection is still very much alive and pushing off the skin. I was genuinely impressed. Now here’s where it gets wild… eight hours later, this thing is still projecting. So much so that two coworkers stopped me to ask what I was wearing and where they could get it. I sent them the Jomashop link, and they’re already planning to pick it up. Some people compare this to Terre d’Hermès, but I don’t really see it. If anything, this is sweeter, smoother, and less sharp around the edges. Personally, I don’t think it smells like TDH at all. Performance is deceiving in the beginning but ends up being absolutely top-notch. Expect well over eight hours of longevity with a sillage that really captivates later in the wear. Season-wise, this is a true year-round banger as its extremely versatile. It definitely leans masculine, but a woman could easily rock this without hesitation.