D&G Anthology La Lune 18

My ex did a couple of things right. One of those things was that he gave me a couple of bottles of perfume he picked up in Mexico. Unfortunately, these were not original bottles, and were either some sort of dupe, or a black-market of the originals. Since I wasn't into perfume at the time (it was what catapulted me into this crazy hobby), I didn't even care much what the abbreviated names stood for on the stickers at the bottom. But one of these scents got attention for me. It was the quieter of the two, but I had co-workers (at the time) and others comment about how perfect the scent was. it smelled incredibly good, but was light and non-offensive. Now mind you, this was from the other side of the room that the perfume was noticed. I think those who complain about the longevity and silage might need to ask those around them (I didn't smell my perfume when that co-worker commented), or wear this in warm weather. While I don't have those knock-off bottles anymore, I think this was that scent. This is such an interesting perfume. And by interesting, I mean it's so plain-Jane and "safe," and I am so NOT those things! But I love it so much. And in Haiti's heat, this is absolutely perfect. It's like soapy perfumes, but it's not harsh in the least. It's velvety smooth. I cannot imagine the harsh reviews of those who cry "synthetic," but I think perfume brings out the emotions of people and when people spend money on something they expect to be one way and it's not, they get a little pissy. For me, this is probably a FB purchase. Even though I've had the decant for at least 6 months and haven't put it on my buy list, there's a big difference between Minnesota and Haiti as far as climate. And this is absolutely perfect for when you need to smell fresh but you don't want to smell too much of anything. That being said, the leather is nearly not there at all. I don't get much of the apple or citrus (just a touch of sweetness, which I attribute more to the sandalwood and orris root than to the fruit). It is definitely floral-dominant. I'd say the note votes are pretty accurate to my nose except that the orris root should be voted higher, the apple lower, and the leather lower. If you're afraid of leather, this one is for you!

As a lover of tarots and esoteric stuff I was really surprised when the D&G Anthology was launched, and couldn't wait to test all the fragrances to discover how this Brand had represented the tarots symbolism through the scents. La Lune is the very first fragrance I've tried out of them for I presumed it to be the most mysterious of the Anthology series, according to the meaning of the tarot card. And I was right: it immediately catched my senses since the first notes, which I could define "lighty fruity" (though there's not trace of fruits in the pyramid).. actually, in the first seconds since spraying, it strongly reminded me of a banana/melon soft drink I had last summer, then La Lune shows its floral nature with a most pleasant lily shade. This perfume got me a bit confused in fact of notes, because I can't detect any tuberose here though it is usually a very detectable note...that's a mystery. However, just like The Moon tarot evokes hidden feelings and feminine sensitivity, this fragrance seems to be dedicated to a woman who doesn't want (nor need) to get noticed by everyone for her appearance and smell. There's really something hidden in this scent, just like the other side of the moon as it's utterly close to the skin but not in a soapy way: maybe it's because of the very subtle musk-lily accord and the undertoned leather note in the drydown. I think La Lune would work perfectly both for a working day (for its lightness) and for a romantic date (for its silky feeling)... but it's not a "going out tonight" perfume. And this brings me to the negative point: unfortunately this EDT has a low staying power and a very faint sillage, just as many here complain: but this won't dissuade me from getting this fragrance one day, so I think I will buy the 20 ml bottle. I'd definitely recommend this scent to those who want to feel and look uncatchable somehow... discrete, maybe a bit shy but with a great sensitivity and a slight sensuality. Could a man wear La Lune? I think yes, and it would be interesting to smell this one on a man's skin :P

I don't understand how I'm capable of loving such an austere piece of understatement, a modern, transparent, white flower 'thing'which could just as easily be dismissed as cheap and throwaway but it's actually fantastic. This is often what I imagine a lilly to smell like a watery, white floral, muguet when in reality they have more in common with musc ravageur than this. (to me anyway) La Lune is basically an uber light tuberose and that's what makes it so compelling...I don't need to be bludgeoned over the head with a waxy, bubblegum tuberose all the time. This tickles my white floral pickle just the right amount. Coupled with the fact I think this fragrance is woody and lightly powdered after that cool, green opening. La Lune evokes some of the 'night blooming' vibe of dewy, cool, wetness, but also a pale, translucent moon, visible during the day. When dried down the effect is anything but cheap for me a delicate violet/iris/synthetic orris sweetness emerges but doesn't dominate. It seems like a very weak, watery EDC (as do many of this line) but I've found it lasts really well. It's now a mildly soapy, shampoo like affair which would normally repel me, but I love this fragrance. It's a wearable not overly feminine, floral fragrance that I'm thoroughly enjoying. 'Dans la Lune' or 'Moonstruck' (which is a great word) is a french phrase for being absent minded or 'having your head in the clouds.' and I completely get why. It might be cheap and cheerful but I think it also has more substance to it than I perhaps might've given it credit for on first sniff. Compared to other 'white flower' fragrances like the new Chanel Gabrielle EDP for example, this is infinitely more appealing and wearable to me.

I use this perfume often and always get compliments. The Anthology is such a great collection and La Lune 18, L`Imperatrice 3 and La Fortune 10 are my favorites out of the line. La Lune is very pleasant and inoffensive, and I think it smells quite aquatic, slightly fruity floral. It captured my senses because the first notes made me think of melon. I love melon!! Next note I scent is a floral character with a very pleasant aroma of lily. The dominant elements in the La Lune is white florals. It's a clean scent that neither is overwhelming or screaming for attention. This scent seems dedicated to women who do not need the attention of everyone, but without passing unnoticed. Unfortunately, it has a low persistence and a very weak sillage, like many others already have mentioned. Jag använder denna parfymen ofta och får alltid många komplimanger. Antologin är en underbar samling av dofter och La Lune 18, L`Imperatrice 3 och La fortune 10 är mina favoriter ur linjen. La Lune är väldigt trevlig och oförarglig och jag tycker den är ganska lätt fruktigt blommig. Den fångar mig i ett ögonblick på grund av dofter från melon och jag äääälskar dofter av melon!!!! Strax efter uppfattar jag noter av blommig karaktär, framförallt lilja. De dominerande elementen i La Lune är vita blommor. Det är en ren doft som varken är överväldigande eller som skriker efter uppmärksamhet. Doften verkar tillägnas kvinnor som inte behöver uppmärksamhet av alla, men utan att gå obemärkt förbi. Tyvärr har den har en låg uthållighet och svag styrka, liksom många andra redan nämnt.

Ok, let me put it this way: If you are one of those girls who wants to make a statement with her perfume, or if you want to have people turn their heads and tell you how "great" you smell, then this one is definetely not for you. It's not like the loud girl who draws attention to herself immediately,it's more like the shy one who doesnt't get noticed much but as soon as she opens up a little, you absolutely fall for her.That's what I love about this fragrance: Yes it is very light, and subtle, yet captivating, as some have already mentioned. It is beautiful and seductive in a natural way, without trying too hard, like you came out of the shower and just quickly threw over your man's shirt. I don't get much of the base notes, florals and a hint of sweetness are dominat. Another reason why I like this: Though it's not a niche fragrance, you won't smell this on a lot of other girls. And the price is quite reasonable too, for a designer fragrance. I do agree with the others that this absolutely lacks staying power, that's why I never put this on my skind. I spray it generously into my hair and clothes.