I wore Guerlain L'Intense earlier and I wanted to keep the almond vibe going but also wanted something really sweet to enjoy outside, cruised my collection. Forgot I had Legend, a very good dupe of TF Fucking Fabulous and for the extra sweetness I wondered how it smells layered with Khamrah. Very interesting and enjoyable experience. Spicy gourmand almond. Powdery and leather goodness in the base. I think I like this layering better than the one with Side Effect.

Evaluating a new fragrance, such as the latest Dior Homme Intense release, is a meticulous process that extends far beyond initial impressions. While enjoyable, a comprehensive assessment demands significant time and careful comparison, especially when benchmarking against previous formulations. To provide a thorough and reliable review, a rigorous evaluation is necessary: - Performance Testing: A minimum of eight separate wearings is needed to accurately gauge longevity, sillage, and projection. - Formulation Analysis: Time is required to compare the new release to the original, assessing how closely it aligns with the classic DNA. - Scent Evolution: It is crucial to evaluate the fragrance's transition from the initial application through the mid-notes and into the final dry-down. - Maturation Assessment: An estimation of whether the scent will strengthen or change as the bottle macerates is a vital part of the review process. Ultimately, a minimum of eight solid wearings is essential to truly understand a fragrance's performance, quality, and how it develops on the skin. This is why my Scent of the Day (SOTD) posts usually appear several days after acquiring a new fragrance. If you see a "mail call" post from me, it means I have already thoroughly tested a sample and am now acquiring a full bottle of a known quantity, not evaluating it for the first time. I have observed a trend of enthusiastic, first-wear reviews that often lead to disappointment for others (myself included, in the past) who purchase the fragrance based solely on that initial excitement. Genuine, in-depth evaluations prevent these letdowns and provide more valuable insights to the community. How long does it really take to judge a new fragrance? Honestly, you can’t figure out a fragrance in one wearing. You’ll get a decent first impression in a few hours, but to really understand how it performs, you’re looking at around eight wearings. Yep—fragrance testing is a slow burn. Here’s how it usually plays out: