Chrome Azure

First impression: I just picked this up, and if you’re a fan of the Chrome line or want to collect some of the best fragrances in it, this one is definitely a winner. Chrome never disappoints. I’ve never smelled a bad flanker—they never miss. It stays true to the original DNA (something most companies don’t do) but with a more aquatic vibe, though not like Chrome Aqua. It’s light, airy, and fresh, similar to the original. It’s mass appealing. You probably won’t get tons of compliments, but this could easily be someone’s everyday scent, especially in a warmer climate. That said, I just got it, so I can’t speak to longevity yet, though Chrome isn’t known for lasting power (except for Chrome United, which lasts a full 8+ hours on my skin). I have almost every flanker except Pure and the summer editions, so based on the entire line, I’d say this belongs among the best of them. But again, Azzaro never misses with the Chrome line. If you’re a fan of metallic fresh fragrances like Silver Mountain Water, definitely give the Chrome line a try—especially the original.

To my nose, Chrome Azure is the best flanker in the Chrome collection. Fresh, sweet, bright, salty aquatic, just a beautiful invigorating fragrance to wear, especially in the warmer months of Spring and Summer. I don’t know what’s up with just giving 3 notes, because it’s a lot more complex than bergamot, lavender and sea notes. I also get some melon notes along with some fresh soapy notes when it goes into the dry down. I find this to be a bit sweeter and a little less metallic than the original Chrome, and because of that, it lasts longer on my skin than the OG. I think it’s absolutely blind buy safe and would make an easy everyday scent for work or school. Definitely a 10/10 in my book.

Okay, before you judge, really give this one a chance. This to me is a better version of Chrome extreme or ADG Profondo. This is of course a personal preference. Its like more fresh, less metalic, less fuity version of ADG Profondo. The OG Chrome was too metalic, too syntheitc. Profondo has that metalic sweet note that I tried to like since it was released but couldnt. Hopped that Profondo Parfum which doesnt have the metalic note would suit me. Nope. Bur this thing. This little simple generic gem will be hyped for next summer. Wait and see.

I found Azzaro Chrome Azure at Ross a few months ago, and it was a great purchase. I found the fragrance on Jomashop and online, but they were a bit more expensive. The fact that this fragrance has only three notes is impressive. I find it well-worn in the spring and summer time. It gives more santal vibes, and it's still a great product. The fact that they no longer make this is an excellent value if you can find it for under $30.

This is damn good juice! Personally I find the metallic synthetic aquatics used in the original chrome to be too cloying. This however smells way more high quality. It is 80% similar to Bvlgari’s Aqva Marine and has a hint of Chrone Sport. It’s got a salty sea foam quality with some rich white florals that really do remind me of that Aqva Marine. It’s got a sophisticated quality that makes it a great blind buy.