Far Away Exotic

I'm really pleased with this !! After my last disaster "Blind buy " of an Avon scent ( Today Tomorrow Always Diamond ) i vowed never to buy an other without testing. I probably would have missed out on "Exotic" , if it hadn't of been for the sample i got in with the yukky "TTA -Diamonds". I was very impressed and couldn't order a FB quick enough! I wont describe the notes as that's already been done superbly by others . All I can say is this is a gorgeous perfume and worth every penny and more ! Avon have done a stellar job with this one . Its a horrible wet day today , but smelling this takes me off to "Exotic " summer shores , so the name suits it well. Fruity , coco-nutty and fresh , and softly spiced without been cloying or sickly. Its a very uplifting "happy" carefree scent. Id describe it as a "soft oriental with fruit hints" , and i think it could be suited to autumnal weather. Id be happy to wear it all seasons its that good! Ive had some nice comments from people "you smell good" ect. I will be using this in heavy rotation throughout the spring/summer months . I will have to stash a bottle for winter too , to beat the winter blues and give me a happy "Summer" feeling It also has a superb sillage and lasting power , for an Avon scent. When i find Avon i like I'm usually disappointed with the staying power , but no such problems with FA Exotic. Its a shame they haven't got some matching body products . Cheap and cheerful and a great feel good /pick me up scent ! Buy it now before its discontinued. I'm halfway through the 1st bottle and have already ordered 2 back ups :) PS - I'm still lumbered with the "Today Tomorrow Always -Diamonds" . If anyone is a fan its up for swap ! UPDATE = I still cant get over what a good quality scent this is. In the past week i have used 3 diff scents ( this one , Miss Sixty Rock Muse and Fiore Del Dragone ) . Today Ive worn the FDD , i resprayed FDD 1hr ago on my coat and skin , but can only smell it on skin....what i CAN smell loud and clear coming off my coat is Avon Far Away Exotic!! So , the scent has lasted 3 days on my coat and is outshining anything else sprayed over the top !! Amazing longevity and a beautiful summer scent. Top marks for Avon !!

Many people have prejudice against Avon fragrances, and I must admit I also had for quite a while. Far Away, the "mother" of this Exotic, was one of my strongest reasons for that. But time passed by and I had the chance to try some of the fragrances of this brand, and realized that its fame of making "embarrasing" perfumes was unfair. So, I decided to take a chance with Far Away Exotic for its promised notes of spices and tropical fruits. Right after the spray, powerful notes of orange and coconut take the stage, which could make someone think that this scent will be too strong. But it soon settles down, and there comes the mango to bring some sweetness and gentleness to those vibrant notes. Right after that, the orange fades away and leaves the stage to the coconut, the mango and the spices that come in. The coconut note is not at all sweet or "edible" (which, in my opinion, would make this scent very sickening), and despite the fruits and the sweetness, I would definitely not tag this as a gourmand fragrance. The dry down is all about the coconut and the spices, and a good touch of sandalwood. It is a warm and very comforting scent, which goes well either on summer, for its tropical features, or in wintertime, because of the spices and sweetness. I often see myself watching the setting sun over the Taj Mahal when I wear this... I definitely think that this fragrance would perfectly fit in any famous designer collection, because of its high quality, originality and longevity. One of my favorites.

This is my second Avon perfume (my first is Haiku) and this is a keeper. The other reviews will tell you what it smells like and how long it will last. What anyone should consider before purchasing a fragrance is: -Must say something about you; Im not into the super sweet scents of strawberry simply because it isn't me. - Must blend well with your body chemistry. That is the reason why you need to try it on your skin and not rely on how it smells like on paper. Fragrances have different effects depending who is wearing it. I also live in the tropics so heat and humidity plays a 'significant' role when I pick a fragrance. Longevity is a MUST and this perfume goes upto 6-8hrs on my skin. Perhaps taking note my love for tropical fruits of mango and coconut. Personally I don't think it smells like a suntan lotion. What I get is no doubt mango opening, not too sweet. Mixed it all up with creamy coconut (milk) and add on some amber and woods makes anybody who wear this: - Sexy - Elegant - Mysterious and yes no doubt Exotic. This fragrance evokes warmth and heat but not overbearing. A confident fragrance with a capsulated exotic romanticism...hahahaha. I think Im getting carried away now. For me this would have to be one of the secret perfumes that most don't know of. All year round fragrance but best worn during summer when the heat helps the notes bloom. Merci xox

When I first tried this perfume I did not like it at all. I never got past the opening, put it back in a drawer and forgot about it. Nine months later, give or take, I stumbled across it in a fit of purging the house of my unused and clutter-defining items and spayed some on. I still wasnt crazy about the opening, but maybe twenty minutes later I noticed it had changed into something I did not hate. In fact, it was interesting and sort of comforting. I have now been wearing it for a few days and can say that, for me at least, it has become addicting. I like it a lot! I do not get much, if any, patchouli which is great for me because I have a very bad relationship with patchouli. Far Away Exotic is comforting, different and something I look forward to putting on. It lasts a decent amout of time on me. Love that! My skin eats scents and I usually only ever get two or three hours out of one, but this lasts a good five hours or so. Something of a miracle! I just bought a bottle on Amazon and am happily awaiting its arival. So, cheers to you, Avon! Thanks and job well done!

I can't believe I can still discern flowers, spices, sandalwood, and patchouli FOUR hours after I first applied. Not bad at all for $15. I don't get this much longevity from (gasp) Poison, Opium, even Angel! How can this be? What combination of notes listed and those unlisted could bring about this exotic bouquet of autumn fruits and flowers? My sinusis are suffering from allergies but the lovely Middle Eastern artwork on box prepared me. I could smell a burst of mango, coconut and spices in the opening. Following was a blending of rose and jasmine: then came patchouli, sandalwood, and musk. I was so afraid the amber might pose a negative since amber in some note combinations does not agree with my chemistry. I honestly feel I have taken a stroll through the Alhambra gardens in Spain. All I need is to find a bench near a water fountain to listen to a concert of tinkling water music. My perfumes often open the door to journeyings. I'm an armchair tourist. Perfume is often my ticket. Far Away Exotic and I will travel much, this first bottle. Besos to Avon