Gauguin

I'm trying this perfume today, and even though I love it, I have to say I've noticed one drawback. But let's start with the good. Gauguin is a gorgeous perfume, with a beautiful coconut scent mixed with white and tropical flowers. In the opening, I mainly smell the tuberose, very airy and sparkling thanks to the aldehydes; and little by little, the coconut and Tiare blend takes over on a light, vanilla-amber base. Like almost all of the brand's recent releases, the performance is moderate, but I feel that this is actually a good thing, as it creates a very pleasant aura around you without being overpowering, and makes it a perfume that can be worn perfectly well in warm weather despite the intensity and sweetness of its notes. The downside is that I already have Dex & the Sea in my collection, and they're very similar! It's true that this one is fresher and more summery, while S&S is sweeter and heavier. This one has practically no animalic notes, and it adds the scent of tuberose, which gives it an exquisite touch, in my opinion. However, I feel that the base is very, very similar and that it could easily be a flanker called S&S Summer or S&S&Sun. In fact, that tuberose effect is somewhat reminiscent of the neroli effect in S&S Neroli. Therefore, I'm adding it to my wishlist, but for the long term. That said, when I run out of S&S, I'll probably replace it with this one because I have to say I like it much more... and I adore the other one!

This is a Francesca Bianchi perfume unlike any I've ever experienced before. That's because the impression it gives me changes every time I use it. First time: The moment I sprayed it, I was greeted with the scent of creamy coconut, tuberose, and tiare along with aldehydes, and the scent enveloped me every time I moved throughout the day. It lasted exceptionally well. Second time: When I sprayed it, I caught a brief whiff of animal notes, but they were quickly hidden behind the creamy scent. The coconut, tuberose, and tiare were still present, but I also noticed a hint of oil. This time, the longevity was excellent. Third time: This time, the aldehydes, and even the animal notes, were prominent from the top, and I couldn't help but laugh. I told myself that Francesca Bianchi wouldn't exist without the animal notes. The coconut, tuberose, and tiare weren't as strong as the first time, and the mask note was emphasized. A hint of ripe fruit also emerged, probably ylang-ylang. Of course, the creamy coconut and floral notes lingered. Again, the longevity was excellent. So the impression changes every time, and I'm looking forward to seeing how it will continue to evolve. Finally, I don't feel vintage at all, it's contemporary.

I read all the comments about the painter and Francesca's choice to name her Fragrance after him and I ordered on release day anyway and am So Glad that I did. This may be my new signature fragrance. It's so beautifully blended and the monoi essence is there with just enough collagen to flirt but not overpower. I love Sex and the Sea, but Gauguin may have it beat. Now I'll have to conserve since I can't get a back up bottle.

Francesca is fantastic!! I appreciate ALL inspirations from her. The artist she named this after was MARRIED to a 13 and 14yo. Legally. Times were different in the 1800s, for God's sake! Imagine being so caught up in that stuff that you can't enjoy a modern fragrance from a wonderful creator. I hope harm to ALL who hurt children

So pleased I pulled the trigger on this fragrance...gorgeous tropical scent: white flowers & coconut, feels very luxurious and sensual ❤️ definitely super strong, only one to two sprays required 🌺 compliments to the creator