Opalon

There’s something about the musks they use in these Le Gemme fragrances that really appeals to me. I’ve had this one from when it was released and I’ve just rediscovered it. It’s a shame it’s been discontinued as it’s a lovely take on a masculine neroli fragrance that feels fresh, spicy, and musky with a light floral background. Whilst neroli is a ubiquitous note, I actually think this is quite unique where neroli scents are concerned. It’s not a soapy neroli, more a starched white shirt affair, with a nice amount of zing from the ginger and a freshness from the lemongrass, underpinned with a wonderful clean musk. Whilst they don’t smell exactly the same, this is the same genre as Galloway, but, imho, executed much better with more style. Performance is pretty decent too. It’s hard to come by now but well worth a sniff if you can find it.

After getting more familiar with this, I would say the main note in this could be closer referred to as petitgrain, of course the leaves of the neroli tree. It has a more leafy/herbal/spicy neroli twist, as opposed to something soft and floral. I really like this one. Also, I would agree with the reviewer below, that, at least from what I've seen in the US, this line is only sold by Bulgari and Bloomingdales. I would be very suspicious of the supply chain/sourcing if this is found anywhere else in the US or for a cheaper price.

When i wear this it makes me see how senseless my fragrance purchasing habit is. Like, this is it already. I have it. I mean, this is FEE-nominal (phenomenal)! Like, in regards to having to pick one summer frag to rule them all... at least, in terms of a summer signature... it’s between this and Virgin Mint by Carolina Herrera. There are a lot more i REALLY like, but these two are my ultimates. Gentleman below me has summed up my sentiments on this perfectly. Manly, elegant, qualitative... 10/10

Opens as a typical "white" fragrance. Not in a bad way, but only in a way to give you a point of reference. The dry-down is where it gets interesting. It brings forward the Ambergris Accord, which is mimicking that spicy/saltiness that you will find in Ambergris, perhaps also combined with the Neroli (the green, more punchier part of Neroli). Oozes of class and quality. Being an ode to white musk, this naturally would not be a loud fragrance. But performs above average none-the-less.

Addictive narcotic masculine Floriental in a classy league of its own. The perfume opens with notes of the neroli flower and ginger. It moves to a heart of geranium and tonka bean. The perfume settles into a powdery bed of ambergris and musk mallow. Beautifully blended perfume with moderate sillage and excellent longevity. Stunningly elegant and sensual. Enjoy with caution!