The last perfume I reviewed was Vera Wang Preppy Princess. Of course, I used all of that. Surprisingly I miss it. I didn't love it...but I got so many people telling me I smelled nice and asking what I wore. Anyway, I bought this awhile back off of Macys for my mom. But it was actually another scent I was looking for so I kept this and gave her what I meant to get.
It was about twenty bucks but I think I got it basically free with a sale. Can't complain too much!
Anyway, I never smelled this so I ordered it blind.
Calvin Klein claims:
Calvin Klein claims:
Mysterious. Provocative. Exciting. The fantasy and surprise of the black orchid creates a captivating oriental fragrance that contrasts exotic fruits, seductive florals and a rich, creamy signature.
- Middle notes: lotus blossom, champaca flower, black orchid
- Base notes: liquid amber, black violet, cream, mahogany
Now I think it's OK.
But it still doesn't live up to the name.
But it still doesn't live up to the name.
I've gotten a few compliments.
As always it's a little hard for me to describe. It's kinda berryish, with a little vanilla and musk. Terrible description I know. I think it fits with fall weather more than any other season.
For some reason, I can't really smell it on me after about an hour...but other people can so I guess that's a good thing.
The fact that it's a roller ball has it's negatives and positives. You can top up anywhere....but I miss having it spray out and spraying my clothes.
The packaging is cute. It's a little glass roller bottle...which is drop proof! ( I know, I dropped it on a marble floor)
Overall, I like it. Probably wouldn't buy another bottle. But it will be my fall signature scent until it's gone. Guess I'd better work on getting a winter scent. Any recommendations?
I only smelt this a few weeks ago in a magazine and really liked it, I think it's quite expensive for Calvin Kline though, I know it's a designer brand but here in the UK you can find most of their perfumes relatively cheap.
ReplyDeleteI hate it when a fragrance doesn't last long, I know people say they can still smell it but I bought the perfume because I liked the smell, so I'm gonna wanna enjoy it for more than an hour, that's why I love the Roberto Cavalli fragrance :-) I think you should have a look into the brand as they would be lovely Winter fragrances :-) Either that or Armani Code :-) Love them all! Great Review hun! xxx
You summed up exactly how I feel about not being after not being able to smell a fragrance after an hour! I wear it for me too...but I must admit the compliments are pretty nice :) I'm going to the store today so I will definitely check and see if I can find some Robert Cavalli...I don't remember ever seeing him though...I wonder if it's exclusive to the UK? Hmmm. Thanks for the recommendation!!
DeleteI wouldn't have thought it was just released in the UK as I'm sure i've seen youtubers from all around the world talk about it. I just checked amazon.com and it's on there, maybe that helps? :-) I hope you find somewhere to try it. I think it's a love or hate perfume though so expect the fact you might hate it hehe I'd love to know what you think though if you ever do test it out :-)
DeleteI didn't find it at my local store :( But I will check in the German stores!! They only have a small selection of stuff in the store I usually go to unfortunately!! I hope I find it too...when I do I'll let you know what I think :)
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