We need a topic for Fragrance Enablers. I was enticed to get this limited edition from Guerlain because I know they kill these limited editions off so quickly. This was created by Delphine Jelk and takes the familiar L’Homme Idéal almond DNA in a much fresher direction. The opening is a terrific burst of grapefruit and other citrus wrapped around that slightly bitter almond, before vetiver and incense add warmth and woodiness underneath. It's bright and refreshing without becoming just another summer citrus fragrance. This feels like a great spring/summer option that still has enough depth to work into fall. I've only just added it to the collection, but first impression: I really like this one.

Match #48 in the second-chance bracket is a study in contrasts: Lattafa Mashrabya versus Prada Luna Rossa Ocean Eau de Parfum. Mashrabya (2024) is an affordable powerhouse—a rich amber vanilla fragrance built around apple shisha, cinnamon, tobacco, caramel, vanilla, oud, and patchouli. It's sweet, smoky, and strong, and I can certainly see reaching for it when the weather gets seriously cold. Prada Luna Rossa Ocean EDP (2023, created by Anne Flipo and Carlos Benaïm) feels much fresher, particularly in the opening, with grapefruit leading into incense, vanilla, amber, and woods. It has plenty of depth, but it's considerably more versatile than Mashrabya. And ultimately, that's the test I've been using throughout this tournament: which one would I actually reach for more often? For me, it's Prada every time. Add in the emotional connection—Ocean was one of the first fragrances in my collection and the one I wore when I first met my fiancée in Hong Kong—and this decision becomes even easier. Prada Luna Rossa Ocean EDP survives for another round, while Lattafa Mashrabya is eliminated from the tournament. I'm glad Ocean is sticking around. This bottle has a story attached to it.