Yesterday I had a procedure, Septoplasty!!! Anyway, woke up groggy, came home, and rested. Tomorrow, they will remove the stents. I wanted more Air and not have to wait for a less clogged, for non muted smell. LOL. Anyway Made it home, went to sleep, and had my significant other take me to the Creed Boutique in Scottsdale, found a shortcut into the mall part where it was located by going in through Macy's after calling them. I had the new Wild Vetiver on pre-order, and it was released, and I wanted my bottle, so with dripping bandage and rest, I marched myself into the store to claim my bottle. @Ben E offered to go for me but I wanted it right away LOL, and like all significant others, I knew she would think I was stupid, so she would never go pick it up by herself!!!

Trying a sample today from PDM! This was sent to me from a salesperson with whom I’ve developed a nice relationship with. It’s starting out a bit Smokey with a bit of spice. Not a really Cold weather scent in my opinion. Neither would I consider it a summer scent either. I’m leaning more towards a spring/fall temperature However, I’m just wearing it for the first time now and my thought could change. I’d love to hear from the group.

Wearing this sample today… The first spray feels like pure Mediterranean sunlight - a vibrant burst of lemon and orange that’s bright, juicy and instantly uplifting. There’s a subtle touch of ginger and pepper underneath, giving the citrus a sparkling kick so it feels energetic rather than flat. It’s fresh, sharp and attention-grabbing without being harsh. As it settles, sea notes take centre stage, creating that salty ocean-breeze effect that makes the fragrance feel airy and coastal. The floral flower note adds a creamy smoothness that softens the citrus, while vetiver brings a dry, slightly earthy backbone that keeps everything balanced and masculine. It’s fresh but structured, never overly sweet or tropical. In the dry down, sea salt, white musk and amber blend into a clean, warm skin scent with a mineral edge. The salt enhances the coastal vibe, the musk keeps it smooth, and the amber gives it a soft golden warmth. Performance on me is strong — easily 8+ hours with noticeable projection early on. It leaves a fresh, salty-citrus trail that feels polished and effortlessly summery. Perfect for warm weather, holidays, or anytime I want to smell bright, refined and confident. Overall rating: 8.4/10 It’s on my hit list for the summer, so I quite possibly would purchase a full bottle BUT I am tempted to sample the Intense French Riviera first and see how that fairs, I have read there’s an overlap so I’m interested to try first.