Divina Gold Edition

This was a recent blind buy, and I am LOVING this fragrance. I originally had my eye on this because I was looking for something similar to Victoria's Secret's Strawberry and Champagne line (discontinued); I saw on Fragrantica that this scent was close. To me, this smells like a heavier version VS Strawberries and Champagne. I can smell similarities, but I would not say that they are dupes. Divina Gold Edition is a hidden treasure. It starts out at the immediate spray with a blast of soft floral notes, caramel, orange blossom, and a bit of strawberry and champagne. Then this very quickly (within 10 minutes) becomes a very sexy caramel, amber, soft floral and every so slightly powdery scent. On my skin the champagne is barely noticeable and completely disappears within the first 10 minutes. As others have mentioned, there is an underlying incense-y/balsamic note in the dry down. This fragrance is deliciously sexy...very fitting coming from a lingerie line. To me, this scent is addictive, I can't stop smelling my wrist. I think this could be worn all year round, and would do very well in the cooler months. The bottle is very appealing to the eye, and this fragrance is VERY well priced.

Divina Gold is beautiful but not what I was hoping for or expecting going by the notes. It has a slightly retro feel to it like almost like it belongs in a totally different era. That's definitely not a bad thing by all means but I don't think I suit it sadly. Very good longevity & projection

The opening is strong. The florals with the dry, fizzy champagne note can be equally assaulting at first sniff. From the effervescent opening, a light sweetness from the caramel and orange blossom emerges. The composition of the heart and strawberry-amber drydown are so warm and intriguing that it is disappointing that they aren't as bold as the opening. I could imagine this during date night or a weekend getaway but ultimately the low impact of the gourmand notes give this scent no place to go. Perhaps this is a great layering scent but I haven't met a match for it. For some strange reason, I do reach for it. Its very different from my expectations but it's intimate & I'm bound to it. A personal scent in every way. Edit: Not a cool weather fragrance. Shines in warm/hot weather. Smells just like VS Strawberries & Champagne which I missed very much. Sweet & dry!

This opens with the fizzy champagne and a spicy orange blossom. Here it reminds me a lot of a spicy, rich beverage. It calms down a little bit and becomes softer and powdery as the amber seeps through. In the middle the creamy caramel joins the spicy floral making it warmer and cozy. The caramel isn't sticky sweet though it adds a creaminess to the spicy, powdery aroma. When it dries you're left with mainly the amber. This is perfect for colder weather as it's spicy, warm and cozy. I was surprised with the lasting power and sillage as it opens so strong but didn't linger long on me. Overall a warm Oriental Floral, don't let the caramel fool you into thinking it might be gourmand. I kinda wish I got some of the strawbery as I smell no fruitness but none the less a lovely winter fragrance.

I can see why this is such an overlooked perfume. It's not sweet enough for gourmand lovers, and it's not dark enough for the average amber aficionado. I do appreciate how delicate Divina Gold is. How can a perfume that contains strawberry, champagne, caramel and vanilla not smell sugary? Yes, it's fruity and sweet, but in a subtle, soft way. The opening is very bright and crispy, and it's followed by a realistic, grown-up strawberry. This has the best caramel note I've ever encountered. It's as comforting as the smell of burnt sugar and milk can be, but it's not cloying. Longevity is pretty impressive. Wore this to bed and two days later my linen still smells like strawberries and champagne.