Roma Uomo

It is said that Rome is eternal (and Chicago is windy) and these perfumes are also timeless... Roma, despite almost 20 years on the market, not only has not aged, but has lost nothing of its relevance and freshness of tone.... this perfume is like a German or Swedish sedan - no matter how many years have passed since the model's launch, it still invariably pleases the eyes (in this case, the nose) with its neutral line, and no temporary whimsy/trend in design, can threaten its position.... admittedly, in terms of the design of the bouquet, Roma is more reminiscent of an Alfa Romeo or Maserati, rather than an angular Volvo or an edgy Audi - but it is impossible to deny this perfume beauty, finesse and the elegance perfectly leaking between these qualities.... The first Roma of 1995 set a trend for Biagiotti, which the brand consistently (fortunately) adheres to in its newer compositions (so far I have not yet met the Aqua version)... admittedly, Mistero and Essenza di Roma can be accused of duplicity and lack of invention, but anyone has an idea how to improve the style of the Alfa Brera or Maserati Quattroporte - without disturbing the perfect proportions and impeccable lines of their bodies?... is there a need to overpaint John the Baptist of Leonardo da Vinci's brush with the now fashionable Raybans, in order to refresh and improve the perfection of this work?... particles of fruit, a hint of flowers, a pinch of wood, and the whole enveloped in a discreet, lined with warm resins sweetness - creates here the image of a noble, discreet and unmercifully sensual perfume, directly created to seduce with its subtle, nostril-piercing fragrance.... I discovered Laura Biagiotti perfumes late, and although in the so-called "meantime" I have tasted a lot of excellent perfumes - these have made a particularly strong impression on me... this only proves that my delight in their sound is not an initial delight - it is not a result of an initial delight. This only proves that my admiration of their sound is not an initial delight - because along the way they had really strong competition, able to significantly cool down the enthusiasm accompanying the discovery of the contents of perfume shelves .... I know I use a lot of highfalutin terms and adjectives in my watery-ness when referring to bouquets - but this perfume in particular and with full responsibility deserves to be called excellent.... the delicate, charming bouquet of Roma is perfectly tailored, balanced and coherent, and it's impossible to point out a weakness in the composition, including quality parameters... I'm sure that if one were to stick this perfume in a faintly newer flacon, of a more famous brand (Boss, CK, Gucci, Lacoste, Paco Rabanne), and David Beckham, Brad Pitt or Ryan Gosling? (I have no idea what currently causes the biggest fizz in the ladies and jealousy in the gentlemen) in extremely skimpy briefs and pump a fartillion euros into the campaign - the fragrance would become a bestseller, which would easily overshadow all the successfully promoted with this method.... I found here quite a lot of reasons for admiration, starting with the very fashionable and at the same time remarkably revealed sweetness - derived from the combination of slightly aniseed heliotrope, noble resins and discreet chocolate patchouli.... caressing, enveloping and mercilessly seductive sweetness here is extremely light, easily melts with the skin and at the same time moves and ripples around the wearer with unspeakable grace, literally intoxicating with itself everything around... well, as in a hedgehog's mouth, casual perfect.... lovers of discreet and impeccably chic tempters, the likes of Cartier Must, Dolce & Gabbana The One Gentleman, Rochas Lui, Lolita Lempicka, Mont Blanc Presence and Bugatti Design & Motion will be cozily awed by the appeal of this perfume.... it consists of, absolutely not overpowering, a combination of citrus, tactfully colored with a touch of geranium flowers (heliotrope and jasmine) - and the whole thing is subtly underlined by the effusive dryness of conifers and the warmth of light sandalwood, patchouli and benzoin, but one step at a time.... Roma begins its concert with a graceful combination of intimate citrus, wrapped in the subtle sweetness of slightly aniseed heliotrope... admittedly, the official list of notes mentions only grapefruit and bergamot, but I sense the presence of geranium here, because the aforementioned citrus does not "play" as high, juicy and sonorous as the aforementioned "anginka".... in the middle chord, the fragrance loses its citrus freshness, replacing it successively with a discreet, fleshy and slightly resinous dryness - shrouded in geranium and pine needles and indivisibly triumphant, deep heliotrope.... as a result, an amazingly refined, refined and enveloping sweetness rings out over the skin... it is a full and expressive sweetness, yet digestible, graceful and casual enough to be a spectacular and finite axis of the composition in itself.... At the end of the middle chord, the sensual heliotrope begins to be accompanied by a literal dash of jasmine, giving the sound a bit of a lingering panache - which in no way disturbs the eminently masculine and appealing characteristics of the sound of this perfume... I assure you that one wears Roma per Uomo exquisitely and it is difficult to resist the charm of this perfume, especially since from the beginning of the mature opening phase, until the end, the bouquet evolves relatively little.... I assure you that you don't need more to be completely happy... the declining phase is accompanied by the revelation of a very mature and discreet (yet maintaining the briskness and clarity of the composition) sandalwood note, softened by the presence of a delicate, almost amber-soft benzoin - giving the still eminently heliotropic finish a slightly balsamic, warm and even more nostril-pampering character.... Already knowing all the holy trinity from Laura Biagiotti, I can be tempted to indicate their mutual classification... in fact, Essenza di Roma is the classic Roma per Uomo, but served in the Light version... it retains the mainstream Roma theme, but thanks to an adequate reduction in the carrying level of heliotropic sweetness, the fragrance qualifies for free use of this perfume even in summer.... while Mistero di Roma while maintaining a comparable carrying capacity as the Essenza version - from the end of the middle chord, it clearly deviates thematically towards woody atmospheres, prominently emphasized by a considerable share of ISO E Super... to sum up: the pleasure that comes from smelling the sound of this perfume is similar to the delight to the palate that comes from savoring a Kinder Bueno bar, by the way, check it out for yourself.... GIULIO

PAX ROMANA In 70 B.C.Virgil was born in the Italian Lombard region. During his youth, he was educated in Greek and Roman literature. At that time, Rome was in crisis with several internal battles led by power-hungry nobles. Virgil hated established instability. The long period of war and turmoil affected all citizens, even their fellow peasants. Farms that were once places of prosperity have fallen into neglect and ruin. Virgil's poems captured the timeless tranquillity of country life that he desperately wanted to be reclaimed again. He always remained single and never intended to play a role in public life. However, his poetry earned him fame as well as the friendship of important politicians. His daily life was about to change. On January 10, 49 BC Julius Caesar commanded his legion to cross the Rubicon River towards Rome. This manoeuvre was strictly prohibited by the rules of the Republic and was considered an act of insurrection. Júlio César then uttered the famous phrase “Alea Jacta Est” (“the lottery has been launched”) and the expression “crossing the Rubicon” went down in history as a needed, but risky and irreversible decision. Thus began a bloody civil war soon followed by the expansion quests of the empire. This period of violence and political turmoil lasted intermittently for another twenty years. By the time Julius Caesar was assassinated and Augustus came to power, Virgil had already become a confirmed member of the Roman elite. Virgil was delighted that Augustus led the republic. Like many other Romans, he expected Augustus to rescue Rome from the chaos and ruin of previous decades. And he really did it. Virgil then began work on a new epic novel that would summarize his ideal organization for Roman society: The Aeneid. This saga tells the story of an exiled Hellenic prince, who founded the first settlement in Italy after the Greeks' destruction of Troy in the 12th century BC. This literary work surpasses the virtues of the early days of Rome. It soon became a literary flagship, a national epic that honoured the emerging Latin civilization and prophesied the rise of the Roman Empire. The hero, Aeneas, deliberately embodied the Roman ideals of loyalty to the state, devotion to the family, and reverence for the gods. Virgil believed these virtues would help secure Rome's place in history. Virgil also wrote of Rome's destiny to impose peace and morality, the long-awaited "Pax Romana". The work reflected his own enthusiasm for the great new Rome promised by Augustus. The scent Laura Biagiotti was born in Rome in 1943, on the month of Augustus (August). She studied archaeology at Rome University but abandoned her academic career to focus on fashion design. After knowing this perfume for 25 years now, "Roma Uomo" remains a remarkable scent among all the perfumes I know. It is elegant and sophisticated, although gentle as well. It's not very adventurous. It's like the city of Rome itself. It is impressive and yet so friendly. It's the perfect perfume type for a gentle and romantic man, a seductive male but subtly and charmingly. It starts with a fresh grapefruit opening note, mildly seasoned with fresh spices. The middle notes stand for dark green and woody nuances amidst sweet and vanillic florals. The base accentuates the vanillic and woody accords with strong notes of benzoin and sandalwood. There are also traces of balms that evoke the ambience of many old Roman monuments and churches. I like the presentation very much. It recalls the image of a Roman temple. It matches perfectly the feminine "Roma" which is shaped like an ancient column. I actually believe to exist some customers of both perfumes, that bought them just for their looks. How do I rate this Italian scent full of charm? ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ - Opening: 7.5 (Grapefruit citric with fresh spices, dark green accords and sweet florals) - DryDown: 8.0 (Woody and vanillic, and just a bit balsamic) - Longevity: 7.0 (3 sprays can last up to 6 hours) - Sillage: 7.0 (up to 5 feet and 2 hours of projection with 3 sprays) - Exclusivity: 8.5 (An unusual scent but presenting a similar vibe in common with "Minotaure" by Paloma Picasso) - Portability: 9.0 (you can use it in almost any kind of weather, especially during the day; it's just a bit less suited for warm weather) - Versatility: 9.0 (You may use it almost everywhere. Avoid the beach and Gym. A lot of women use it as well. It's quite unisex. It also suits a very wide range of ages) - Praise: 7.0 (It will earn you some respect; exuberant cheers will be rare due to its softness) - Quality: 8.0 (Quality ingredients, solid bottle, good atomizer) Presentation: 9.0 (Very elegant and evocative) - Price: 8.5 (It has been available to me for €25 - 125ml, on a web retailer) ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ Overall rating: 8.05 / 10.00 - between 7 and 8 = above average; - between 8 and 9 = recommended; - greater than 9 = don't miss it; My opinion: An elegant and beautiful bottle filled with a charming mildly sweet oriental perfume. Test it as you may love it a lot. Its high versatility and usability may also convince you. Music: Nino Rota - Love Theme from "The Godfather" movie tracks

Review of the new formula, manufactured in Italy by Angelini Beauty SpA: Recently, I had dug out my old backup bottle of Roma Uomo out of curiosity. It was buried all the way in the back of a cabinet and was dated to 2005 according to the batch code. It had always been a favorite of mine, but I haven't had a 75mL of some newly manufactured juice in a while, and I noticed that people on here were complaining about a reformulation, so naturally I had to find out what was going on. The only difference I perceive between a 2005 bottle and a 2021 bottle are that the plastic cap on the vintage bottle is speckled whereas the plastic cap on the new bottle has no speckles, and that the new bottle's sprayer is significantly improved, with that pressurized feature that all the kids love nowadays. The smell remains the same. I thought at first the performance may have been slightly degraded, so this morning I put one spray of 2005 on my left wrist and one spray of 2020 on my right wrist. It has been six hours and I can smell the base of both clearly, and they are identical. Actually, the new bottle smells better. It has fresher top notes, and the woods in the base are intact. Despite what you may have read, this was never actually a "beast mode" fragrance, which is why I was surprised when reading that a reformulation killed it's performance. It's always been an intimate/romantic style fragrance. As for the smell itself, it's still my favorite in this category. Oriental fougeres are tough to strike a balance. Individuel give connotations of fabric softener, Sculpture smells like sharp air fresheners or hand towelettes, Le Male is overdone, etc. I really enjoy this even more after doing a deep dive into resins last year. This perfume contains notes of galbanum, pine/fir balsam, and benzoin, which all coalesce to form the main accord of the fragrance after the crisp citruses have worn off. The effect is casual and breezy, perfect for a spring or summer afternoon with linen clothes on. The galbanum and pine contribute to a fresh green "sappyness," while minty geranium, basil and blonde woods create a smooth, clean fougere effect in absence of coumarin. The benzoin in the base gives a warm glow to the entire composition while also providing a powdery aspect, likened by other reviewers to a "chalky" kind of feeling, which is accurate. Even though I have been wearing this on and off since I was a teenager, I can't help but feel that I haven't fully appreciated it until now. This can be worn by any age group, but particularly fits individuals who are craving something original, with a laid back mediterranean vibe, without a scratchy noxious harsh base etc. Thoroughly recommended and incredible juice! I hope the comparison between P&G and Angelini batches helps somebody.

Bought a bunch of samples from Parfums Raffy as I was inspired by my recent trip to California. After visiting Lake Tahoe and hiking the beautiful forest, I wanted something that smelled like the fragrant woods out there.... The best natural scent I've ever smelled. So when I got home I started looking for fragrances with white pine, juniper and cedar as those were the primary ingredients for what I'm looking for. This one checked all 3. While I can safely say the scent doesn't exactly smell like the woods, I CAN say that this scent is an absolute masterpiece at a bargain of a price. When I got the samples, I sprayed all the samples I got on a piece of wafting paper to start and this one by far stood out the most. Rich base of vanilla, benzoin and sandalwood, with the cedar and patchouli taking a back seat but moving forward beautifully as the scent dries down. The pine and juniper add this incredible sharp but subtle edge that I was looking for while the basil and floral notes (jasmine being the one I'm picking up the most) balance it out. Sillage is moderate. Sprayed on my neck and wrists and smells very balanced. The scent is there but not offensive or "in your face". Perfect. I have yet to speak on the longevity as I'm only an hour into the wear, but it's currently as strong as it is when I put it on... I'm going to assume it's moderate. (EDIT: It's definitely moderate, starts to fade after about 3 hours, is virtually gone by 5.) This one really is amazing, I could almost consider this as my new signature. It's the kind of scent that could really work for almost any kind of situation any time of the year. Rich and sweet for the wintertime, yet light and fresh enough for the summer. When writing this review, I'm shocked to find that this fragrance is from 1992, It smells super modern and has aged incredibly well. Probably the first 90s cologne that has impressed me this much. If you are into woody/sweet masculine fragrances, this one is definitely blind buy worthy. After reading reviews below, someone mentioned this fragrance being a father to Versace Eros, nothing truer can be said. It's a vanilla based woody, citrusy, light yet rich masterpiece and is wearable any time of the year. My signature used to be Eros when I was younger, but I think the father scent is better. Truly an older, more low-key, classier alternative to the modern Eros. Less fruity, more woody. A true masterpiece. Timeless. Especially given the price point. This is now my new signature. Chef's kiss. 9.9/10

About 15 years ago when I first began exploring the words of frags, I made a lot of impulsive blind buys. Many of these I quickly regretted and wrote off because I thought for a frag to be good, it had to hit you over the head and scream its presence. Roma Uomo was one that I was quick to disregard and therefore simply packed it away and ignored it. Now, 15 years later, I've discovered just how beautiful this juice truly is. No hard edges to speak of, but rather just a warm, evocative, enveloping blanket. I thank God I impulsively grabbed a number of 125s of the stuff back then, all of which have sat packed away in storage gathering dust until a few days ago when I finally decided to give them another go. What a joy now to wear this stuff, along with a few others that I didn't fully appreciate at first spray, like the original Minotaure, Givenchy's glorious and long-discontinued Insensé, and Diptyque's spectacular sans pareil Benjoin Bohème. Not a sharp edge in any of them--just warm, quiet, soothing, seductive deliciousness. About a decade ago I remember reading that David Bowie was reputedly always the best smelling gent in the room. I eventually came to learn that he often wore a simple mix of Minotaure and Floris' Elite, neither of which I found to be worthy of much praise. Now it's finally starting to make sense. Maybe it's sexier to simply leave the quiet impression that you just smell really good, then to have your presence announce "Hey, over here, I just hosed myself down with a half bottle of Invictus. Did you NOTICE?"