Reception

EN Reception is one of those purchases that once again reminds me why I love Amouage so much. This fragrance was available only at Harrods, and that alone made it even more desirable to me. At least for now, it simply cannot be purchased in other European countries. And yet it arrived in Italy in just a few days, which was a very pleasant surprise. I bought it blind, without testing it beforehand. But when it comes to Amouage, I understand perfectly well why I decided to take what might seem like a “reckless” step. I already have more than 38 Amouage fragrances in my collection, so this is not some random whim. It is real trust, built over the years, bottle after bottle. And this time, once again, that trust proved completely justified. Reception makes the impression of being a very refined, original, and truly Amouage fragrance in the best possible sense of the term. It has character, elegance, and that perfectly polished depth that makes this perfume house so compelling to me. It is one of those fragrances that instantly creates the feeling: yes, this was absolutely the right choice. No doubts, no regrets, only pure pleasure. I am genuinely very happy that I managed to get this perfume. Buying without trying may seem bold to some, but when a perfume house has earned this level of trust, it no longer feels like a risk. It feels almost natural. And Reception, in my view, fully confirmed that this decision was the right one. For me, it is yet another magnificent success from a house I truly adore. ________ IT Reception è uno di quegli acquisti che ancora una volta mi ricordano perché amo così tanto Amouage. Questo profumo era disponibile soltanto da Harrods, e già questo da solo lo ha reso per me ancora più desiderabile. Almeno per ora, negli altri Paesi europei semplicemente non si può acquistare. Eppure è arrivato in Italia in pochi giorni, cosa che per me è stata una sorpresa molto piacevole. L’ho comprato alla cieca, senza provarlo prima. Ma quando si parla di Amouage, capisco perfettamente perché ho deciso di fare un passo che, a qualcuno, potrebbe sembrare “sconsiderato”. Nella mia collezione ci sono già più di 38 profumi di Amouage, quindi non si tratta di un capriccio casuale. È una fiducia vera, costruita negli anni, flacone dopo flacone. E anche questa volta quella fiducia si è rivelata pienamente fondata. Reception dà l’impressione di essere un profumo molto raffinato, originale e autenticamente Amouage nel senso migliore del termine. Ha carattere, eleganza e quella profondità perfettamente levigata che rende questa maison così attraente ai miei occhi. È uno di quei profumi che creano subito una sensazione chiarissima: sì, la scelta è stata assolutamente giusta. Nessun dubbio, nessun rimpianto, soltanto puro piacere. Sono davvero molto felice di essere riuscito a procurarmi questo profumo. Comprare senza provare può sembrare una scelta audace, ma quando una maison si è guadagnata un simile livello di fiducia, non sembra più un rischio. Sembra quasi un gesto naturale. E Reception, dal mio punto di vista, ha confermato pienamente la correttezza di questa decisione. Per me è un altro magnifico successo di una maison che adoro davvero.

Yay, I can agree with some of the reviews here. This actually does smell like an Amouage! As an Amouage enjoyer I have to admit that The Essences don't do it for me. Overpriced, and without that old Amouage edge. Reception however.... is a bit of a return to form. First wear for me and I'm getting spicy, smooth, creamy, woody, roasted coffee. It isn't a typical coffee smell though. It's brighter with a minty spicy edge. There is some short lived nondescript citrus note on first spray. Longevity is excellent. I got 12 hours of detectable wear. This is also my favorite from The Essences collection, and I've tried them all.

My Favorite from The Essences. Reception is a soft, warm, and slightly-sweet amber fragrance. With a nice lemony brightness, light smooth spiciness from coriander, and hints of soothing coffee. You do not get the classic luban (frankincense) smell but you do get some of its resinous smoky scent. Ambery, smooth, lightly spicy, little sweet, and coffee. This is, by far, my favorite from the Essences collection. It has similarity to Roberto Cavalli Golden Amber. Similar amber/coriander scent. I do like the lemon and coffee addition in Reception more, though. Unisex, mature, cool weather. "Love"

When I put my nose to Reception it made me smile. Yes, it's inherently an Amouage and has all the things than we have come to love about the brand over the years. Resinous and complex, a little green, spicy woody, luxurious and entirely wearable. The opening is stunning!! It just reaches out and grabs you. Balsamic and anisic with coriander, juniper and just a hint of lemon peel. The coffee note is nothing like say Followed by Kerosene. Here it's a supporting note, blended, but not entirely out of the picture until hours 3-4 on my skin.

@r350 u remined me of an alcoholic critic who only write reviews after drinking lots of drinks, i can feel the anger through your lines, maybe the issue her is not the perfumes it self, or other reviewers, maybe u need to se someone to help u figure out what feeds on our anger, Cuse perfumes are art, and there's no bad piece of art, if doesn't pleases u does mean it doesn't please the others, after all fragrances are personal preference and every one has his niche taste.