Aqua Allegoria Teazzurra

It's been four years since I reviewed this scent. I was still a relative novice in my perfume journey, but I'm pleased to say that my initial impression still holds true. It's the most refreshing summer scent I own, and I am so grateful to still have more than half a bottle left, especially looking at how much it is selling for on eBay. Of course, my sense of smell has become more refined over the years, and while I initially said I like it, there is no doubt now that I love it. There is something about the hint of jasmine that elevates this beyond your typical summer freshie. It softens what could have been something harsh due to the powerful citrus opening. Of course, it's more about green tea than anything else. By some magical balancing act, the tea, jasmine, and perhaps the chamomile almost give the impression of neroli to me, though that may be because it bears a passing resembles to the jasmine/neroli beauty California Reverie by VC&A. A fellow Fragrantician and friend told me how she had dedicated a week to wearing some of the "cheapies" she owns, with great success. Inspired, I put a spin on it by revisiting some of my older fragrances that through time, became reached for less and less. I am so happy to rediscover Teazurra, and it will definitely be taking a journey with me to hot and humid South Carolina when I visit soon. I have no doubt that it will shine magnificently under those conditions.

I love the opening of this as it is so light and airy while also a little on the sweet side. I have been wearing Teazzurra for over a week with a multitude of compliments. I don't get any plastic but then everyone will wear this differently. This is in my opinion one of the best Green Tea fragrances thus far. I have had quite a few. Thierry Wasser is a genius in regards to his trade. He has modernized the Green Tea fragrance market with something more eclectic and interesting. The Main note of Green Tea with the mild Aquatic note are so very refreshing to me. The Yuzu is strong on me and interesting. I also detect quite a bit of Jasmine which is utterly divine. The Chamomile note is quite prominent as well adding a botanical lift. Vanilla and Musk are in the background but add lovely dimensions. The other Citrus notes while not over the top make this fragrance a must have for the Summer. The sillage is moderate and on me Teazzurra lasts for about three hours. Guerlain's Aqua Allegoria line have become some of my favorites and are each and every one unique botanical masterpieces. 10/10+++

For an Aqua Allegoria, Teazzurra manages to accomplish quite a few things. It opens with a bright, fizzy lemon that is eventually overtaken by other notes, but never quite goes away, creating a lovely effervescent effect. A fairly realistic green tea joins the lemon. It's precisely the nutty, slightly musty smell of the tea leaves upon opening a new sachet. Before we assume Teazzurra is just another incarnation of Green Tea, though, a beautiful, soft, floral vanilla appears that is made delightfully fuzzy, fresh, and bubbly by the other previously introduced notes. This is the true character of Teazzurra that remains throughout the life of the fragrance. As tends to be true of other Aqua Allegorias, Teazzurra is no beast, but I have found the performance to be perfectly respectable. I really enjoy this fragrance in the summer for its carbonated herbal vanilla facets. Lovers of Alien Eau Extraordinaire will most likely love it too.

Review: I've had Teazzura for a while now and the scent has really grown on me. It took some time to appreciate all the nuances of the scent but I’ve really taken to it and I'm so glad to have it in my collection. It is a very uplifting scent that makes me feel fresh and clean. Lasts on me all day as well. Love it. ______ First Impressions: When I wear Teazzura I feel like a bar of lemon soap all sudsy with bubbles. Teazzura opens up with a burst of lemon, the kind that reminds me of detergent. On dry down the green tea and chamomile comes out and a heavy cloak of soapiness follows. I blind purchased a bottle based on glowing reviews from Jus de Rose and Paulina Schar. If you enjoy very soapy, citrus scents, you will enjoy Teazzura. Personally, I wish the tea notes were more pronounced... instead I find the lemon and soapiness overpowers the scent.

This is by far one of the nicer Aqua Allegoria scents. It has a strong Guerlinade bottom layer with bergamot, musk, and a hint of yuzu, grapefruit and citrus. The floral layer is perky and fresh with jasmine and chamomile, and the green tea element is muted. You kind of wish the green tea layer would assert itself more. Teazzurra doesn't smell like a typical green tea fragrance. Think of an herbal citrus garden on the Côte d'Azur. For those who are wondering, it is nothing like the Elizabeth Arden line of green tea fragrances. It is a more sophisticated version that is 100% pure Guerlain. If I had to compare it to anything, I would compare it to Ô d'Azur by Lancôme. Lovely, classy, citrussy, and fragrant. Bravo Thierry Wasser!