Omnia Crystalline

Bvlgari’s Omnia Crystalline will always have a special place in my heart (and my collection) because it was my first perfume I have ever bought when I had my first job and money to splurge on perfume! I might be biased here with my review, but Omnia Crystalline was the perfume that captured my senses and got me into this hobby... Twenty years ago there’s wasn’t so much variety of brands and niche houses and artisanal creators. There were a few of well established, worldwide famous perfume houses and Bvlgari spoke to my soul with Omnia Crystalline EDT! I always had a thing for Italian perfumes and Omnia Crystalline is such a unique, distinctive creation that I don’t know if anything else exists similar to it. It’s such an a temporal scent, classic and clean, woody and floral, watery and aquatic, ozonic and fresh. Yet ethereal and simple. Smells natural and expensive! It’s one of a kind scent for me! Dare I say... a masterpiece! I can’t recollect how many bottles I had since I discovered it because I always had and will always have a bottle in my collection. It’s the perfect spring scent, light and bright, uplifting and beautiful. It’s my most favourite scent Alberto Morillas ever made. I have found last year another Morillas’s creation that resembles a lot to Omnia. It’s another Bvlgari creation, labelled for men, Rain Essence. I find it very unisex, if not more feminine leaning. Instant love and purchase. I have not tried his personal brand, Mizensir, but from everything I’ve sampled or have from what he made for designers brands, these two are hands down the apogee of his creation in my opinion! Bear in mind that there are over 450 perfumes that Morillas created so take my objective opinion with a pinch of salt. And I am not even a fresh, clean, out of shower, aquatic type of perfume wearer. I normally love deep, rich, dark, sweet, ambery, incency, gourmand perfumes but this divine scent spoke straight to my soul...

This is the perfume I have been searching for this whole time. It’s like that Savage Garden song “I knew I loved you before I met you”. I’ve been reading reviews on this, nonstop, for two weeks now, and even when I saw it at the stores some years ago, I wanted to try it, but I didn’t get to. So fast forward to today, I ended up blind buying it. I couldn’t wait for my package; it was all I thought about. Finally, it’s here, and I’m holding it. It’s beautiful and everything I could dream of. I guess it’s the older/ original version? It’s the silver/metallic-looking bottle. I didn’t know exactly which notes I was expecting. I was just hoping for a classy, clean and feminine scent, and this delivered to a T. It reminds me of Chance Eau Tendre EDP, but more reserved and half the intensity. But this scent, even though it’s mild, it’s present. When I smell Chance Eau Tendre EDP, I instantly think of shampoo or hair products...that’s not really want I want to smell like when wearing a perfume—I want to smell and feel luxurious. This is fresh and sophisticated, and when I sprayed it, I couldn’t help but gasp and say, “Gorgeous!” It’s light and has this very faint grass smell that does distinguish it from Chance Eau Tendre EDP. It’s like you’re shampooing in the rain, in a bamboo forest, then you dry your hair with the air conditioner of a new car, mixed with the smell of leather seats, and it somehow becomes this soft, insatiable, angelic cream scent. As @faevert42 mentioned before me, it’s a simple fragrance, but it takes art and skill to make simple a masterpiece. I don’t know, I’m just raving and rambling now. TL;DR: Light and Timeless Feminine scent. It’s not the most distinct fragrance, but I can’t stop sniffing. It’s delicate and sophisticated. An instant favourite.

Delicate, clean and crisp. Calvin Klein’s Truth softer, more refined, less citrusy sister. It plays peekaboo with me for a few hours, I smell it for abit, then I don’t, and then a couple of hours later it gently wafts up to my nose (tip: spray it on clothes too, it evaporates way too fast on skin). A good perfume for those who work in the medical field. It’s very safe and very pleasant, low sillage. The note listing is incomplete, because I’m quite certain I smell a soft bergamot note in the opening. It’s pretty darn expensive considering that I need to overspray it to be able to smell it on myself, and make it last beyond an hour...it wears like an eau de cologne, even my Bombshell body mist from VS lasts longer and projects better. Thing is, it smelled so spa-like, ethereal and serene, that I couldn’t resist purchasing a bottle as soon as I tried it at the store. I should have waited a few hours instead of making an impulse purchase based on the opening. I think Bvlgari’s Au The Blanc is a better performer and has a similar refined, gentle and clean aroma, but Omnia Crystalline is more ethereal and feminine, and I love the bamboo note here. I will enjoy my bottle, but I WILL NOT repurchase because of the terrible performance! They need to either work on the longevity or start selling it at half price. Update: Okay, so I’ve worn this out, and it turns out the performance is not as terrible as I thought. People could smell it on me 5-6 hours later and I actually got complimented on it...I myself could barely smell it, but when I move, the lovely scent would waft up to my nostrils. I still had to overspray though, and yes, do spray it on your clothes...to its credit, I did not have to re-apply, the scent remained on my scarf for over 12 hours.

I love aquatics. Specifically dewy, lotus 🪷 fragrances. When I first smelled this I was underwhelmed. I’ve had it for about a year now. Initially it was super soft. A. Very subtle perfume. However, the more I used it the more prominent its perfume came to be. It is soft but I think this is how it should be. It is one I go to when I don’t want want anything too distinctive, but just comforting and relaxed. It’s become one of my favourites. It isn’t loud, it isn’t obnoxious. It’s subtle and slightly sweet but has that slight natural purity to it due to the notes even if it has a very slight synthetic edge. Not that it smells synthetic as such it’s just that it’s not nature itself so it’s not going to smell truly natural. I had a 25ml and normally I tire of fragrances but this is one of those all rounder pleasing anytime fragrances and I still want it in my collection so it’s now on my repurchase list now that I’ve just sold another one i don’t wear often so I would say if you like soft aquatics that are on the sweeter side this should be a relatively safe bet, if you like strong fragrances no, it’s not a safe bet. However, at first I thought this didn’t have any longevity, but I’ve come to experience it really does last but I think you only notice this as time goes on because it’s an unusual fragrance that almost was non existent and now it’s somehow more distinguishable and I feel it for longer too. I would say it’s linear too and normally I like more complexity but it’s still got enough layers and prettiness and dewy wetness to keep me satisfied. I really like this fragrance. I wear this and Ibiza nights Carner Barcelona the most out of my quite large collection.

I bought this few days ago while it was on sale at Macy’s. I’m young (late teens) and I don’t like overly sweet or fruity fragrances which generally are the ones that are popular with my age group. I have school and also work in customer service so I need something that won’t trigger headaches or allergies. This is perfect for what I wanted. It’s light and without being too citrusy or “smelling like laundry”. And still very youthful (though I think perfume has no age boundaries and people should just wear what they like). I paid 83 dollars for a gift set (a bvgari travel bag, a small complementary mesh givenchy bag, a small bottle that could easily fit into a purse or a small pocket in a backpack, and a large bottle) and could not be happier. It smells great on me and so far has lasted me 6h and still hasn’t become skin scent (I apply to my neck, don’t rub the scent and spray once and walk into it for good measure). Though I would say it’s a great warm weather scent, I think it would be a great daily day scent. It’s good for school/work or when you can’t decide what to wear. I personally would consider this a safe blind buy for most people if you like these kinds of notes or looking for something safe spend your money. Or are looking for a good fragrance that’s under $100. The only caveat to that I would say is if your chemistry doesn’t take to lighter fragrances well. All of this also makes it a good choice for a gift for someone interested in more feminine fragrances, especially a younger person (late teens to 30s) or is headache prone.

You know when you wear a t-shirt, jeans, shirt, dress, etc and just feel like it was "made" for you and that it fits like a glove? thats how Omnia Crystalline feels to me. Its been on my list to buy for ages, I always kept sampling it but the reason behind my delay in ever getting it, which I should add had lasted for about 6 years, was stock always being low or non existent. I had a 15ml travel spray bottle as a gift with Au The Vert (which also deserves a piece, I will review it very soon) and I just knew I had to bite the bullet and buy a 100ml bottle. The opening is very crisp, fresh and bright; a burst of green bamboo, tea and pear instantly make themselves known, before settling into a "your skin but better" green/mineralistic scent. Its linear to a degree but it definately does change by the 5 hour mark becoming more musky and woody, yet still retaining the original freshness from the opening. Omnia Crystalline has a real "crunchy" quality to it, its like the feeling of minerals or salt crunching under your feet, I can't explain it in any other way, its just divine and nothing else even really comes close to how refreshing and clean this one feels to me. Longevity on me is decent, my skin seems to make mild scents perform at their best and I can get a full 7 hours from Omnia Crystalline with absolutely no problems, the silage is mild and airy but does garner compliments from people and it isnt obnoxious. I absolutely would and will repurchase this again, its a true masterpiece and I am absolutely head over heels with it!

A soft, airy, aquatic scent that feels elegant, polished, and luminous. It gives me the impression of a reliable, well-groomed, graceful woman. It’s perfect for daily wear and office settings; it reminds me of clean clothes paired with delicate, refined jewelry and effortless elegance. Noticeable but never overpowering, it leaves a clean, pleasant, and memorable trail. It’s a safe, crowd-pleasing fragrance, and I often get compliments when I wear it. For those who love clean and light scents but sometimes find them too simple, Omnia Crystalline can be a great choice because it adds a feminine, bright, and watery touch to that transparent freshness. It works year-round, though it really shines in spring, fall, and cool summer evenings; in winter, it’s ideal for indoor settings. If you prefer very strong, long-lasting perfumes it might feel a bit light, but on me it lasts clearly for up to about 6-8 hours. It may not promise a deep or dramatic scent journey, yet it’s genuinely lovely and dependable the kind you’d happily repurchase once it’s finished. The newer formula smells slightly more tart and faintly bitter compared to the older version, which felt juicier, softer, and smoother.

I adore this fragrance. It is one of the first real perfumes I ever wore and a top contender if I had to choose a signature scent for myself. I originally got a sample of one of the other Omnia fragrances and asked for it for Christmas, and my mom got me a gift set that had the one I asked for and Crystalline as well. I thought I loved the other Omnia until I smelled this one. I fell in love. The notes are not what I would typically find myself wearing though. And I don't smell any of these notes in particular, it just gives one linear scent on me, but I love it and I am alright with that. It smells almost metallic to my nose and on my skin, and I know that that sounds very unusual, but I enjoy it. It is a powerhouse. It lasts an insanely long time on my skin. Just today I sprayed it at 7:30 AM and It's about to be 7:30 PM and I can still smell it fairly strong. I didn't even spray a lot (I apply my fragrances in the crook of my arm/inner elbow area. Idk how it would perform if I sprayed it on clothes or on my neck etc. But on the places I do apply it, it lasts forever with just one spray on each arm). I will keep this in my collection as long as I can continue to find it.

To me, a very safe blind buy for a loved one or dear friend as well as the crown jewel in the Omnia lineup - all should bow down to Queen Crystalline! Better yet, a close friend of mine who literally can only wear 2 fragrances due to severe migraines said this worked perfectly for her as well and was shocked! It's a very non generic, elevated and unique frag that still somehow magically manages to be a crowd pleaser. The Downsides: Siiiiigh. It does not last - but aren't the best things in life fleeting? She's also no projection monster, but rest assured she is there! Like a blanket made of a cloud. There's something so calming and ethereal about this with out being precious, sugary, old fashioned or floral.t If you, like me, typically lean into darker more intense scents this would be the bottle that will add depth to your repertoire for those light, airy days, first days of spring, happy cozy rainy days or days where you are meeting someone important, perhaps in a professional setting. Please try her on. Her pear, bamboo, and tea make a lovely, expensive smelling trifecta...and the flat interlinking bottle in silver looks quite elegant and unique on any dresser.

So pure. While not the most unique fragrance, it is beautifully done. It has a subtle cologne vibe but I prefer it to cologne. I find the main accords pyramid pretty accurate. Green, crisp bamboo, tea and lotus are the main notes. There is a hint of musk and ripe pear. It is aquatic but not watery. It is definitely not weak but more of a skin scent. At most, it will radiate within a foot for about a couple hours. This may be an advantage, though, because certain occasions and places require subtle fragrances such as this one. It is perfectly office safe, great for the gym or for a walk in the park. If your job does not allow for bolder fragrances like "Gucci Rush", "La Panthère" or "Shalimar", "Omnia Crystalline" is a suitable choice. You can also use this when you just want to smell and feel great. When layered with the scented body lotion, it lasts for 5 to 6 hours, which I am fine with. I love refreshing this at some point during the day. Although I prefer the design of the original, metallic bottle, the new bottle seems much sturdier and more convenient to use. I will always have a bottle of this in my collection!

This is fresh, delicate and feminine. I get woody notes, nothing sweet. A lot of woody and tea notes, then the lotus and, well, pear- but not fruity juicy pear, it is very subtle. I think the very subtle pear plays the role of giving this fragrance its delicate femininity. This is the second fragrance that I can identify the “tea” note. The other one is l eau d issey. They are nothing alike, though. Omnia is lighter and more feminine. I think this is an elegant scent to wear at work and gym, because it is very close to the skin and yet pleasant. It is simple and for a fresh fragrance lover, a safe blind buy. I picture a woman who has impeccable/ minimal make up and style - and you can easily recognize the good taste and the high quality in her choices- wearing this perfume. It reminds me of Anouk Yve’s style, which is inspiring to me. It lasts over 5 h on my skin and the sillage is discrete. If you want to smell clean and put together, this is it.

Wow. I’ve been waiting to try this fragrance based on the many positive reviews and it did not disappoint! It is such a perfectly blended fresh, woody and musky scent which blurs seamlessly and comes to life with the warmth of your skin. That wearability is really hard to find in fresh (and particularly green-type) fragrances. I’ve often found myself falling in love with green fresh scents only to find that they don’t blend well with my skin and temperature. Not with this scent. This does have a retro 90’s/00’s feel to it in it’s beautiful simplicity. I can smell the lotus throughout all stages of the fragrance developing. It’s so grounding and soothing. The slightly earthy dry down is sweet to my nose. I wonder if this is the oakmoss? If you love fresh skin scents, do yourself a favour and try this. Like most fresh skin scents and EDTs, longevity and silage are not the best. At this price point though, I will just keep topping up!

I have had several of the original version of this in the chain link bottle. My first was on its release back in the 00s. What can I say? I fell in love. I’m sorry, but this is the best smelling fragrance of all time. I honestly don’t know how anyone could dislike it. The older version does have good lasting power but I top it up anyway. It was my wedding perfume too. It smells clean, green (I think it’s the bamboo/tea vibe I’m smelling) and it does not smell immature or cheap. It smells far more expensive than it is. Honestly, I melt when I smell this. It’s outstanding and it makes me feel so confident. When people discuss “clean girl scents” they always choose sweet scents but this is not sweet, it is just straight up spa clean and fresh. Buy it if you can find the older version. I can’t stress it enough, just buy it. Shut up everyone else calling it boring. It’s not boring to be elevated.

This is a stunning one. It feels like a Monet painting. It's floral with blurry touches of lotus flowers, water and greenery. Nothing overwhelming. It is an easy wear. I will say the scent smells sweeter on my clothes. On my skin it becomes pretty soapy. I don't mind this. However, in the future, I will stick to spraying on my clothes/hair. I prefer closer to skin scents so I will not complain about projection. Longevity for me is 3 to 4 hours. UPDATE: Just a few extra thoughts after wearing it awhile .... I am enjoying it more and more. This is what a fairy forest would smell like I imagine. I watched a review by someone who described it as cool and crips like winter air after a snow. It sounds contradictory but I can see that. Definitely a scent that works year round. I have the EDT.

I've arrived quite late to the party. While going through trying and loving almost all the other Omnia scents, I've always had a feeling that I would end up sticking to this one as a staple, although for a long time I thought it way pure lemon (it doesn't even contain any citrus). Very ZEN, very 'my skin but better', even if at the first spray it might become too sharp and tart. It is worth waiting for the base notes merge with the skin's own scent, as it gives off a soft creaminess after long phases of freshness. Previously I adored the powder-coloured EDP version, but after a while some vanilla/castor sugar note (most probably the heliotrope) became overwhelming for me. This will stay in the moderately powdery realm.

Lovely and fresh are the words that come to mind. We were in Italy a few years back and one of our guides smelled divine. Her name was Marina. I asked her several times what perfume she was wearing but she didn't answer me right away...I guess Italian women don't like to divulge their beauty secrets? Anyway, after a while, my husband asked her too (maybe he liked it too or just felt sorry for me) and she finally gave it up! I've been wearing this ever since. I love it. I don't want to be without it and have repurchased it multiple times for that reason. It just reminds me of a morning in Rome after a rain shower, and something I just want to keep smelling. There is a sweetness about it but not too sweet. So feminine.

I find this perfume quite underrated compared to a lot of other perfumes. I discovered this flipping through a magazine many years ago. Not thinking much of it, I opened the sample paper of crystalline omnia. It was so beautiful and light. I imagine drinking a very light crisp tea in a zen Japanese garden or a pond surrounded by many trees. I definitely smell the woodsy notes, pear, and lotus. It’s so inoffensive. I used to wear this scent everyday at work and it was extremely complimented. It smells cooling, calming, crisp, ethereal, slightly green and woodsy, like a clean white T-shirt. This never gives me a headache. This even lasts quite a bit on the skin for a EDT. I hope this fragrance never gets discontinued.

Umm...Bal D'afrique is an exact replica of Bvlgari's Omnia Crystalline. Omnia Crystalline is the original clean luxurious perfume. It smells just like Bal D'afrique. Bal D'afrique may last a tad longer (like 1-2 hours longer) in comparison to Omnia Crystalline. Both scents open with a bright zesty lemon and dry down to a clean powdery woody scent. Both scents also have that wonderful clean sillage and are relatively short-lived as well. Bvlagri's Omnia Crystalline is a great alternative to Byredo's Bal D'afrique. Great price too. Omnia Crystalline is overall an easy scent that can be worn all year, yet perfectly fitted for hot weather, inoffensive, and great for proffessional/office settings. 9/10.

I first smelled this perfume when I was a teenager - my rich best friend’s mom used to wear daily. I fell instantly in love with it, remain in love since then and have been wearing it for probably two decades now. I associate this perfume with low-key sophistication. The opening has some pear and wears airy and fresh, but not boring. The stars of the show are the bamboo, lotus flower and tea. It’s like being in an expensive spa literally anywhere in the world. Can be dressed up or down and, although fresh, I can see versatility to be worn during any season. The longevity is pretty good on me even with the new formulation. I cannot imagine someone disliking this scent in someone. Truly iconic!

Like sitting in a pavilion overlooking a crystal clear pond full of lotus blooms. The sun shines warmly in the sky but it's still early enough in the morning that there is mild mist swirling in the air above the pond, yet the warmth of the sunlight graces the whole pavilion. Birds are flying out of their nests, and a few ducks are swimming idly by... This fragrance is magnificent. Simplicity at its finest. Try a few spritzes of this during days which you have nothing on your calendar. Sit back. Relax. Be at peace with yourself. Let the scent do the magic of transporting you to somewhere ethereal and blissful. Or better, sit in a pavilion by the lotus pond in the morning and just... be.