Albino (A Study in White)

199 Honestly, this is a perfect zesty not too bitter grapefruit. So refreshing! I don’t get any other notes standing out. Also, I don’t get that grapefruit indole empty stomach halitosis smell, like some grapefruit scents become at dry-down. I only wish it was stronger and longer lasting... 9/10-for real grapefruit, here it is!

Albino is a unique scent - one that seemed to me a good spring, maybe summer fragrance. I get a fairly linear, slightly two-stage process. Up front, there’s a dry, woodiness between the guaiac wood and vetiver. The rhubarb counter this with a bitter note, and the grapefruit is also noticeable here as well. This remains overly linear for several hours until a more raw or natural musk – perhaps the ambrette, musk and cognac, though I can’t say for sure. But it’s unique enough I’d look into purchasing a bottle sometime in the future. Someone below said it’s likely better suited to men, and I’d have to agree.

I agree with Q80 about the notes, it's mostly rhubarb and grapefruit/citrus to start with, and then you start catching some sandalwood and musk. But unlike Q80, I really enjoy it. Yes this is done a lot, but here it's done very well. It's clean, clear and simple, gives a wonderful sea-side vibe, I feel like I'm stuck between a breezy salty sea and a fruity market. It's really beautiful, really appropriate for summer, very dreamy. I think it's classy but unassuming, and develops soft and lovely.... really nice. 7.5/10

Grapefruit pith with basil. Fresh, sharp and realistic. I really liked it to start but around an hour on, it developed an oniony facet.

Sharp grapefruit opening with a blend of citrus and rhubarb and a hint of basil. There is something happening with the citrus (maybe the ambrette or tonka) that makes me think of sweet tarts. As it settles the woods come out, a crisp raw oak scent. The longevity wan't great, but it isn't bad for such a top-heavy scent. This scent will probably be more popular with men than women. It has a lot of traditional cologne notes but it stops short of having the classic cologne note in my opinion. It could be a perfect scent for those days where you're feeling a little under the weather or need some extra morning zest.