Juanillo

Another big hit for Adamo, and I understand why! Juanilio is something special and quite an elegant expression of a tropical fragrance without being cliche or redundant. The opening is reminiscent of a smooth summer smoothie, blended to perfection, creamy and citrusy. What's unique is that the dates and pistachio, combined with coconut, give it a thickness and richness without being heavy. The opening and the heart play extremely well together in dual supporting roles. The coconut is exquisitely crafted; it isn't synthetic at all, but rather evokes the aroma of unsweetened coconut flakes used for baking. Then comes the dry down.... This is where a slight feminine touch emerges. The scent becomes ever so slightly powdery, with the citrus notes taking a supporting role. You get hints of praline mixed with coconut, while dates and pistachio dance together with clean white musks. These are given depth by ambergris notes that impart a subliminal feeling of an ocean breeze. This fragrance captures the essence of a perfect summer vacation evening in a bottle, versatile and artistically composed. Note: I have read some reviews here that take issue with Ambroxan, and I can assure you that this is in no way, shape, or form the headache-inducing Ambroxan bomb like Dior Sauvage. Yes, there are some individuals who are highly sensitive to it, but this sensitivity has more to do with their personal body chemistry rather than the perfume itself.

I went ahead and blind bought this, I love coconut and the bottle is so beautiful... couldn't resist! First impressions: I loveeee it. But the reviewers before me are spot on - its synthetic, it smells like a coconut drink with a cherry. And it dries down to a coconutish musk. Here's the thing.. this is reminding me of something straight from my childhood. I had Hawaiian Fun Barbie from like 1989 or 1990 and she came with a solid perfume. And I'm pretty sure this perfume reminds me of that Barbie perfume. So, yes, it is sort of a nondescript tropical scent with a slight plastic thing going on. And I love it. It's total nostalgia. Maybe not for everyone though:) ETA 8/3: I've spent a few days with this and I just want to reiterate while I really enjoy the nostalgia of this scent is is veryyyyy synthetic. Think plastic Barbie doll coconut and vague sweetness. That's the best way I can describe it. I really like it but I can imagine it will not be everyone's cup of tea.

My personal favorite! In general I like heavy, synthetic, sweet and creamy scents so this was spot on. It is a bit intense at first, but it dries down so good on me; as if it melts into my skin giving that natural skin but sweet and nutty scent. If I find myself missing summer, I just smell this and it teleports me to august days on the beach and cocktail bars with friends in the evenings...I guess it holds sentimental value at this point for me.

Adding my second review... I've worn this one 4 times. I love it at first and then a massive headache sets in. Maybe ambrox overload? I don't know. In any case, I had to pass along.

Juanillo is absolutely a beautiful coconut and pistachio fragrancre, very long lasting and great sillage, yet not overpowering