Delice

Years ago, I was gifted a mysterious sample with nothing more than a handwritten label “Delice.” No house/brand, no context, just a name scribbled in ink. The scent stayed with me. It lingered in my memory for years.... The problem? There are countless fragrances named Delice, and I had no way of tracing it back. After what felt like an endless search, I finally found it!! M. Micallef Delice. And instantly, it all came rushing back. This is exactly how I remembered it; a boozy, syrupy sweetness wrapped in a plush vanilla core, elevated by a deep, complex oud that gives it richness and depth. It’s definitely an underrated find... Im soooo happy my bottle is finally on the way.

If you like the DNA of things like Oud Bouquet or Shaghaf Oud but find them a bit too loud or 'screechy,' Délice is a smoother alternative. It’s definitely high quality, but it's not trying to reinvent the wheel. You get a solid mix of spicy nutmeg and orange over a sweet vanilla-oud base. It’s got good performance and lasts all day, but it feels more refined and less 'in your face' than the cheaper clones. Good pick for cold weather if you want that sweet woody vibe without the headache.

I gasped in delight when I first sprayed this perfume. This unisex fragrance is ethereal with cathedral vibes. Classy. It smells like money. A soft, spicy Oud with a touch of plum. I thought at first I could pick up leather. This Oud is smooth and you aren’t going to get the barn yard vibe. I’ve gone back and forth, several times, wondering if I loved or hated it, sometimes that just happens. Right now it is love!

I really don’t understand how people can consider this perfume adaquate for spring and summer. To my nose, this perfume is most appropriate for fall and winter. The oud is very prominent on my skin, especially in the opening. After a while, it becomes more creamy and sweet. If you love oud, fruits and vanilla, you will love this. If you are not an oud fan, I would pass on this one.

Nutmeg, bayleaf and orange playing in the opening notes, so nice, and then a bit of plum joins in. In the back I can smell the oud, shy at first, and then joining to play with the other notes, never overpowering them. A very nice, easy oud. Unisex and slightly masculine leaning, good sillage in the first hour or so. Good longevity too.