I received a package from @Stephen DeMent today. He's solely responsible for my love of Austin from City Rhythm (definitely FBW). He offered to share a sample of another City Rhythm offering with me; Nashville. Turns out he did much more than that; when I opened the package I also found samples of D&G The One Luminous Night, Ver Le Sud, O Unknown (I know he's a huge IA fan, so I'm excited about him sharing this one) and another City Rhythm choice, Manhattan Midnight. He *really* did me right. Thank you so much, Stephen, I really do appreciate it! My Mardi Gras weekend just got better! This brotherhood rocks!

I recently tried Arabiyat Prestige, and overall I was pleasantly surprised by how smooth and refined it smells. Right from the opening, it has a rich, slightly sweet warmth that feels clean and classy without being too strong. As it settles on my skin, it becomes softer and more balanced, giving off a calm, elegant vibe that works well for both everyday wear and more dressed-up occasions. Performance is pretty solid for the price. I get several hours of noticeable scent, with moderate projection that isn’t overwhelming to people around me. It’s the kind of fragrance that makes you feel put together without trying too hard. In my opinion, Arabiyat Prestige is a great value scent that smells more expensive than it actually is, and it’s an easy one to reach for when I just want to smell good and confident. Scent: 8/10 Sillage: 7/10 Longevity: 7.5/10