The One Eau de Parfum Intense

I have it in exclusivity ; and it’s very different from both of other flankers of the one line (so glad it is because the edp was meh to me and i despised the gold one intense). This one before seing the notes, i was convinced there was a peach in it, but i guess it’s the mixture of blackcurrant+mandarine that may give up that effect. Then there definitely is still the rose inside! Pink pepper only is perceptible in the opening slightly. All of this dries down to what seem a beautifully made combo of rosy peach and jasmine trio, with a warm ambery undertone to it (as opposed to something that would be fruity fresh) If you like fragrances like good girl gone bad extreme by killian for instance, it’s very much similar, with a more proeminent « fruity » feel to it here rather than flowery. We could also compare it to Jimmy Choo want choo but less fruity in the one, and more floral with a rosy touch or with Michael Kors pour femme (but here more on the fruity side) I never wore the one edp for a whole day nor the gold one (i disliked them so i didn’t even bother so) thus i can’t compare performances. But this one has moderate projection and rather a good longevity : which is surprising for this brand known for releasing very weak & lacking of performance fragrances (very frustrating since they often do very well with the scent profile) I didn’t think i would’ve liked this fragrance because i didn’t expect much from the line. But I do very much actually (just like with good girl gone bad extreme). If you like peach-jasmine, i am sure you would like it too because rose isn’t as proeminent : it’s the best of the one line def. Also not surprised now that i noticed the nose behind was Quentin Bisch 😍

I am one of those lucky people who can wear most vanilla fragrances but lately all of the newer release vanillas are being formulated with notes that smell more juvenile like berries, coconut, marshmallow. Since I was looking for something more classy and chic smelling I stumbled upon this and I am so happy I did. Upon first spray you can smell sparkling notes of mandarin and the jasmine and then as it dries down the smooth vanilla, warm amber and pink pepper create a wonderful scent bubble that’s warm and soft and slightly spicy. I’ve been wearing this in 100 degree weather and it has nice projection and I lasts for about 6 hours on my skin and it hasn’t gotten cloying at all. Which is also impressive. I think this is certainly a beautiful warm and happy alluring scent that can be worn for all occasions. Sometimes it reminds me of a smoother version of JPG La Belle- but without the overly syrupy sweet finish that you get from that pear note. Which is funny because I believe Quentin Bisch created that fragrance too. I

I tried it yesterday and again today. I didn't have high expectations because I've never been a fan of the original because it was a bit artificial and too agressive for me, on top of which I used to smell it everywhere in my city for a long period of time. This new intense version is recognisable as a descendant of the original, the plum and peach combo is toned down, the clean, aldehydic/laundery part takes the central stage with pink pepper, and it doesn't evolve much. Overall it is spicy, ambery soapy concoction with moderate longevity on my skin. Not bad, but rather forgettable. I guess I somehow expected it to be more extravagant and unique with Madonna being the face of the fragrance.

This is an ambery floral gem with fruity touches. Very long lasting, but also, quite rich, so maybe not on a hot day. Better at night or in mid temperature to cold weather. I never tried the original, but this sample is lovely. Very feminine and also quite sweet. I am impressed. Initially, I was on the fence because I did not want a fruity floral, but the amber came in and made it soft and elegant. I describe this as a soft but attention grabbing fragrance. Added bonus......no musk, and I am glad as I am tired of musk fragrances.

This one reminds me of Ginza Intense (which I own) in some way. It doesn't scream, but it is not too subtle either. It's fruity enough to seem fun (black currant and pink pepper), but it has the sensuality of jasmine and amber, so there's balance and sophistication. To me, there are fragances that need to be used when you don't want to be the centre of attention, but still you want to leave a mark. It might be the perfume I buy once my Ginza Intense is gone <3