Bottega Veneta Pour Homme Essence Aromatique

Usually marketing blurbs annoy me but 'sophisticated' and 'easy to wear' are incredibly apt descriptors in the case of Essence Aromatique. I've worn it once and sampled it a couple of times since and I'm still arriving at the same conclusion...this is a very decent effort. I like the original, the Intense, and have only recently tried the parfum and don't feel equipped to comment on that one but generally I enjoy them all, so it wasn't a surprise that this one was good. What was a surprise however was the seemingly different vibe of this compared to the original and subsequent flankers, it really is a totally different animal. A modern and clean, citrus and almost fougere opening which gives way to a more earthy, spiced and moss and wood heart, finally finishing on a deep but mellow bed of patchouli and cedar. I'm so glad that Bottega Venetta didn't phone in a weak aquatic which I feared when looking at the name and packaging. Now apparently this is an EDC concentration and while it isn't stong, I think considering that, Essence Aromatique lasted okay. This is well executed and it's just really nice to see that there's still care being taken and respect to tradition observed, when making new releases. Although this isn't earth shattering stuff it ticks boxes for me, overall originality? tick. Great opening? Tick. Enjoyable wearing experience? tick. Nice drydown? Tick. Not one dimensional? tick....and Is performance acceptable? Tick. Despite never owning it, I have had about 25 (not exaggerating) carded samples of the Pour Homme and worn it loads because I find it highly original and this isn't bad either. Maybe I should get some Bottega Venetas because I like them.

I decided to purchase this fragrances, after much deliberation with the fragrance devil and angel in my head. I was casually walking around Bloomingdale's, sniffing away at fragrances, as I usually do in department stores, and came across B.V Pour Homme Essence Aromatique. I smelled a few designer frags, then reached for BV, and it confused me at first. It confused me, but in a good way; it was more like extreme intrigue. I sprayed a paper strip, and kept walking. Days later, I would occasionally sniff the strip, and tried justifying why I should not buy it. Finally, one afternoon, after a stressful day, and intense gym session, I got home and immediately sniffed the strip, and it instantly calmed me and put a smile on my face. That moment felt as though I was in an upscale spa. This particular flanker from B.V has an alluring scent that is reminiscent of an upscale spa; it's Earthy, herbal, calming, yet masculine. I purchased it in the late Summer of 2018, but I suspect it will be greatly worn in early Fall days (in NJ). Is this a blind-buy?; depends how well versed you are at this hobby, and if you can financially do it. Test it out on paper and skin to decide. For me, I am truly glad I pulled the trigger on this one. According to my Chemistry Scent: unique, not your A-Typical scent Sillage: Great for the first hour or two Longevity: Concentration is weak, but I went with 6 sprays and got five or so hours Complements: A few, but need to wear this in the Fall for observation

This is hands down the best fragrance I’ve ever smelled. I own and have smelled many niche and designer scents and this is the best one in terms of smell by far. It’s green, clean, fresh spicy and has just a touch of sweetness. This would easily be my signature fragrance, it has everything I love, but... Performance is absolutely AWFUL. Maybe I was too hopeful and expected too much from an eau de cologne. With 4 sprays, I get a max 2 hours of longevity, 3 if I spray some on clothes as well. Projection is pretty much nonexistent. This is a true EDC in that it's meant to just quickly freshen yourself up for a short period of time. Such a shame : ( I get a very natural and superb pine note blended to perfection with some citruses. It’s blended so well that the only note I can positively identify is the pine but it’s not overpowering at all. It’s just there, whispering in the background. Other than the dreadful performance, this is perfection to me. Any time, any season, any occasion this can be worn. I love it.

Nose Note #563 Piny, citrusy. Not corniferous like Hugo Man, for example. It feels more like a bitter bergamot centered fragrance, like D&G Masculine, Agua de Loewe, but it's not as bitter here. It also has tiny little spiciness. Feels more like a 00s fragrance. I love this direction in perfumery. Simple, citrus, manly. But this is not hugely impressive or memorable. A very natural smelling scent, and as you might expect it from a natural smelling scent - it doesn't last. Just about average and the sillage is worse than average. Very inoffensive and a very safe bet. It's a perfect gift for a man, if you don't know what he likes, because this manly, not obnoxious and smells and looks like high status, so it would look like a very generous gift. I think it goes for around 100$. Of course it's overpriced for what it offers, but it makes a good gift. 8/10, simple yet very good. But if you have anything similar in your collection (and there are plenty like this), this is rather redundant

Just a wonderful cologne. A modern art masterpiece. I got compliments from women and men all day long asking me what I was wearing. I was shocked. Never had that kind of reaction before with different colognes. I always got compliments, but, not like this. My lady kept commenting about how wonderful I smell over dinner. She would get drifting wafts of aromitique over the dinner table in a restaurant and "Oh my God that smells incredible". She likes it even more than Aventus. A very masculine beautiful scent that oozes sophistication and class. As if you are getting ready to board your yacht and go sailing to the Cayman Islands. :) A very crisp, bright citrus that actually lasts. Even the waitress asked for her boyfriend. If you are on the fence with this one, don't hesitate. You will not regret this purchase or blind buy. My highest recommendation. Cheers!! 10/10