Been wearing Goldfield & Banks – Silky Woods (Harrods Edition) and it’s basically the OG Silky Woods with the “luxury dial” turned up: smoother, richer, a little darker, and more put-together. What it smells like (to me): Imagine a creamy sandalwood/vanilla-amber base that feels polished instead of sugary, with a soft, almost “cashmere” texture. It’s not loud-spicy or smoky-oudy—more like warm woods + resinous sweetness + a subtle plush spice that stays tight and elegant. If the original is cozy and easy, the Harrods Edition feels more refined and more decadent. Opening: Right away I get this smooth, slightly resinous sweetness (amber/vanilla vibe) with a gentle spicy glow. No harsh blast, no alcohol punch—just a clean, glossy start. Drydown (the best part): This is where it earns the name. It goes silky/creamy wood with that warm ambered sweetness sitting underneath. It reads “expensive” in a quiet way—like a well-made sweater and a nice watch, not a nightclub flex. Performance (on me): - Longevity: strong (all-day type) - Projection: first 1–2 hours it’s noticeable, then it settles into a confident bubble - Sillage: moderate—people close to you will catch it, but it won’t fog a room When I’d wear it: Cool weather is ideal, but it works in A/C too. Perfect for date night, dinner, dressed-up casual, holidays. It’s a “comfort scent” that still feels grown. Vibe check: Warm, smooth, slightly sweet woods. Not sticky gourmand, not barnyard oud, not incense-heavy. Just luxury woody-amber with a soft glow. If you’re deciding: - Like the original Silky Woods but want it richer / smoother / more special → this is the move. - If you hate sweet/amber bases or want sharp freshies → probably not your lane. Rating: 8.5/10 Not reinventing the wheel, but it’s a beautiful wheel with leather seats.

Finally got my nose on Harmony and yeah… it’s that luxury clean citrus water vibe. Think grapefruit/bergamot blast up top, super bright and polished, not “lemon cleaner.” After the first 20–30 mins it smooths out into this airy, watery musk thing—like citrus slices in chilled mineral water at a fancy hotel lobby. It stays fresh the whole time, just gets softer and more “pressed linen” as it dries down. Performance on me: moderate projection for about an hour, then it sits closer. Longevity around 6–8 hrs depending on heat. Sillage is polite—people notice if they’re near you, not a room filler. Best use: hot weather, office, running around, post-shower, flights. It’s not a “date night banger,” more like I smell clean and expensive without trying. If you like LV-style bright freshies / citrus-musks, you’ll probably get along with it. If you want beast mode or something deep/sweet, this ain’t that. Picked up Scentora 267 because I wanted that LV Symphony style “sparkly luxury citrus” without paying LV money. And yeah… it’s basically bright grapefruit/bergamot citrus water in the cleanest way. Not Lemon Pledge, not bathroom cleaner—more like citrus slices in chilled mineral water at a fancy hotel. Opening: instant grapefruit/bergamot pop. Super crisp, juicy, kinda “expensive fresh.” Mid: it stays citrus-forward but smooths out. On my skin there’s a slight ginger-ish warmth that keeps it from being totally flat. Drydown: clean musky “fresh shirt” with a leftover citrus glow. It doesn’t turn sweet or heavy, it just stays airy and put-together. Performance: for a freshie it’s solid—projects decently early, then becomes a clean bubble. Longevity is good enough that I’m not mad at it, especially for the price. When I’d wear it: heat, office, errands, post-shower, days I just want to smell clean and expensive without thinking. If you’re expecting a loud night-out scent, this isn’t that. It’s more easy luxury freshness.