Flor de la Virgen

Let me preface this by saying that I’m no fragrance expert whatsoever. I just enjoy fragrances and have tried enough to know what I tend to veer towards vs not. To me this fragrance is a juicy burst of pomelo, sweetened up a bit with honey. Then it shifts into some soft jasmine petals, not at all indolic. In fact, I find the jasmine to me quite subtle compared to the top notes, but I do get the gentlest of whiffs here and there. Then it dries down as a clean, slightly soapy musk. Appropriate for almost any occasion IMO. This might not be a particularly unique experience for most people, but I find the juicy top notes really worth it especially since it’s such a mood lifting fragrance to me. The longevity is there--lasts around 10 hours or so which is impressive for a deceptive light scent. I find that it definitely has more body compared to most citrus frags I’ve tried, which normally just disappear off my skin or I become noseblind to it after 30 min or so. This one lingers and stays on the skin really well for me personally, but your mileage may vary. Just received the full bottle today, and I’ve been spraying the sample almost everyday on myself. Really impressed with this fragrance (along with the others) from Boy Smells. Some other fragrances I’ve enjoyed as a ref: Jardins de Bagatelle by Guerlain (FB), Jasmin Antique by Rogue Perfumery (FB), La Douceur de Siam Parfums Dusita, Safanad by Parfums de Marly, Lust by Lush (FB). I’ve also enjoyed Viva La Juicy for a bit before discovering other fragrances.

I'm such a sucker for fruity florals and this one does not disappoint! Its so juicy, fun and easy to wear. None of the notes in particular jump out to me, but blend together so perfectly to create a luscious, vivacious fruity scent that instantly puts me in a happy mood. It has decent longevity and remains perceptible at least a few hours after applying. I hope Boy Smells continues going strong -- they've discontinued quite a few fragrances already (many I'd hoped to try!) and now offer a noticeably smaller perfume collection. I've loved most of what I've tried from them and find them to be a fun, cool brand so here's to hoping all is well in Boy Smells Land!

If you grew up loving Victoria's Secret Bombshell body spray, but you're older, wiser, and don't want to smell like a citronella candle, try this. Reminds me of a more complex Bombshell but grown up, less cloying, with a bright burst of freshness and mellow, zesty middle. I get pleasant citrus whiffs of the pomelo, jasmine, and fig all day. Addictively good to my nose. If you're a citrus fiend, absolutely try it. I'm going to wear this all winter to help me get through the seasonal doldrums. It's bright and happy, and reminds me of a sunny summer day. This may not be everyone's cup of tea, but wow is it shamelessly mine.

This one and marble fruit are the best in this collection. They smell delightful. I was worried how this one would translate on skin, as it smelled very harsh on the test strip. It is a juicy and sweet, yet very multidimensional jasminey experience. Labdanum is one of my favorite smells, and it really balances the juiciness of pomelo and jasmine. It’s not as unique as most of boy smells candles, but it is a perfect everyday perfume. I like it more than I expected to. I just put it on, so no word on longevity yet, but the dry down is so enjoyable. I really recommend trying this out.

Opens with a nice citrusy burst and quickly dries down to a sweet light floral scent. The honey notes are very prominent and the fragrance stays sweet the entire wear time. Makes for a nice feminine leaning spring/summer scent. Smells less adventurous than the others in the Boy Smells line but in turn it makes it very approachable. When I first got the discovery set I wasn’t that excited about it but the more I’ve used it I have really come to appreciate it. Definitely leaning towards getting a full bottle once I finish the sample! Easy to wear anytime anywhere during the summer.