I was never a fan of the CDN line, the Aventus comparison total put me against it from day one. But I was recently coerced into putting my nose onto this absolute gem of a fragrance. Yes it's marketed towards the ladies. But to be fair, iyst got this dark floral that can easily be worn by anyone. It's not a clone of, but does give my nose some Noir de Noir vibes. It's a floral Chypre released in 2013, by UAE house Amraf The fragrance opens with a bold, almost sharp explosion of saffron & rose. Unlike fresh, dewy garden roses, this is a deep, jammy rose that feels heavy & velvety. It quickly settles as the geranium adds a touch of green crispness to balance the saffron's leather like warmth. As the initial sharpness fades, the spices take center stage. Nutmeg & caraway provide a dry, earthy warmth, while pepper gives it a subtle bite. The violet note is present but plays a backing role, acting more as a bridge to soften the spices and prevent them from becoming overly aggressive. The drydown is where the fragrance truly shines and mimics the luxury of Tom Ford. The patchouli is earthy & chocolate like, blending seamlessly with vanilla & amber. The oud here is beginner-friendly; it provides a smoky, woody structure without being in your face. The result is a gothic sweetness that lingers for hours. This will certainly perform super, I'm getting up to 7-8 hours with a strong projection.It is a room filler for the first 2 hours, so a few sprays are sufficient.Best suited for evening wear, formal events, and colder months. It is a masterpiece of budget perfumery. It feels expensive, dark & serious. Its not a safe blind buy for those who prefer light, citrusy, or sugary-sweet scents, but for fans of dark florals or woody orientals, it is an essential addition. My Rating 8/10 Scent 2.5 Longevity 25 Sillage 2 Y/N 1

After 12 days of work travel with a shopping spree with my wife for some bottle conversions. It’s always great to come home to a box of fragrances that were shipped. 😎 Been opening them all and chose to wear the intio side effect today. 2 sprays max!! Have a great Saturday everyone.