Truth or Dare by Madonna Naked

I was blessed enough to find 2 tester bottles of this divine elixir on FragranceX - sadly, the last available, as I've already checked the site to see if I could add to my (now quite coveted)'stash' in the making. So, I clearly have quite flagrantly given away my adoration of this fragrance right off the bat. No bearing around the bush. No playing coy. I was just bowled over by this mysterious blind buy that has now rapidly evolved from curiosity to infatuation to rapsodous love affair. I initially found the notes compelling, as I love woodsy scents and found the inclusion of honeysuckle, cacao, and vanilla orchid sufficiently unique and well enough within my range to pique my curiosity, and the elusivity of its availability elevated this to the top of my 'must buy' list rapidly. Then I received my long awaited, heavily anticipated package in the mail earlier this week. I went to town and sprayed away with abandon. Like several have stated, I was initially hit with confusion - I smelled balsamic root beer or sarsaparilla in the first minute or so and not much else... THEN... (((fans self))) THEN, well... PURE butterscotch, emphasis on the BUTTER. Rich, sumptuous, ADULT (as in grown up, not pornographic) gourmand. But it has more depth than my simplistic starter descriptive. It's well blended, so the compilation of the notes results in a buttery, caramelized stunner. It retains a slight balsamic tinge, but as a compliment, or an enhancer of the, I assume, divine combination of the honeysuckle, cocao, and vanilla orchid. I love all three notes separately, but combined, with the understated woods notes, become a delectable drizzle of what I'd imagine hot salted caramel cooling on french vanilla ice cream must smell like. Though far less obvious and deceptively more seductive. I'd *bathe* in this daily if I had an unlimited stash. If I can be a good girl and limit my usage to appropriate occasions, it may become my long awaited signature scent. I'm devastated that it is, by all accounts, discontinued. It's not your typical celeb scent. My favorite celebrity fragrance was Kate Moss 'Vintage' - which I still adore - but this is another stratosphere. Where as Kate's 'Vintage' makes me go "Mmmmm..." and is comfortingly snuggly, like a favorite scarf, this has a "WOW" factor. It feels slightly 'naughty', clandestine. Like you're indulging in something you know you shouldn't, but can't resist... DON'T let the initial saspirilla blast put you off... Wait... It's 120 seconds to bliss. A celebrity scent that is a conundrum; at once complex yet slightly linear (perfectly blended),simultaneously binge-evoking yet demanding of your patience. My husband, btw, entered the room right after the dry down and snuggled into me immediately, expressing his approval with an unmistakable, almost reflexive "Mmmm you smell GOOD!" (High praise indeed, lol...) If you can get your hands on this and are seeking a gourmand for grown ups, don't think, buy. I seriously debated even posting such an enthusiastic review, bc I wanted to keep this my guilty pleasure, my dirty little secret. But I couldn't not share, and have been blessed already with a mini-stash. If anyone already has this and isn't feeling the love, or takes the plunge but finds it's not a good fit, I'll eagerly take any leftovers or work out a trade and be as generous as I can. And, no, that wasn't an ulterior motive/manipulative tactic - I genuinely think this is a special scent, but get the feeling it's an 'all or nothing', and thus not for everyone. Though I think the people it's meant to find, it will. I just wanted to share my once in a blue moon kindred scent spirit experience. I hope others can relate to my review and/or are fortunate enough to test these waters of surprising depth and find them welcoming, if not entirely alluring and transcendent...

A favorite bottle of mine is Prada Infusion d'Iris. This bottle isn't one I necessarily like, but it's very lovely for those who seek a more ornate appearance. I was quite impressed how much I LIKED looking at it. It's appearance isn't cheap like photos make it look. I wouldn't buy this again ONLY because it's not my regular genre and I'll probably never use up what I have. Also, one light spray is more than enough to last at least twelve hours. I get huge longevity from this and Alfred Sung. If you even hug someone with one of these pretty scents, you will also wear it for a bit. There are some that find a problem with longevity as everyone is different. But I find most will agree it's persistent! The price I paid is 8.00 for 2.5 ounces. A more than fair price! This has been compared to Obsession, Tabu, and Youth Dew. I agree it's that genre, but I don't like those three at all. I'm loving this! I read a review that stated they smelled root beer in this and Youth Dew.....and maybe Tabu? Not sure on that one. But I find no root beer or ANY thing redeeming in those two/three. I do smell the root beer in this! Bath and Body Works has Cashmere Glow that I smell root beer in also. I like both, Naked and Cashmere Glow, granted Cashmere Glow is a much softer scent than this is. This the "mother" of Cashmere Glow to me. The enjoyment of this scent.....I find it very special. I don't think it's really a blue jeans and T type of scent. Myself, I'll wear it whenever I want. To categorize this, I would have choose evening and special events. This is a really strong scent as I've mentioned, and it seems to be very heavy as if it had a lot of vanilla. Vanilla to my nose, is so "stuffy" and makes it hard to breath. I tolerate this very well. Does it have vanilla in there somewhere? It acts like it does, but I can still breath...with caution. This is a scent I believe any person that likes big, bold, heavy scents will LOVE....most often. I have found even I myself like it a lot! I suggest you try this no matter who you are. Spray it on your arm. Spray it on a tissue. Smell the tissue the next day after you've showered. I think you will be surprised. I've been dragging this tissue around for two days and I can STILL smell it just sitting on a table next to me. It's what I would want to smell like.... on certain days. What a joy ride this scent has turned out to be. A very good quality, long lasting, rich and exotic (forgot the whole exotic paragraph!) scented gift to yourself or others...uh wait, maybe not a good idea to gift to others! If this scent isn't you....it's certainly not ME.... do try because it might be you on certain days. I look forward to the days it will be me. Edit - I reviewed far too soon. I have to leave this so I can see the difference two weeks and several wears make. Just today, it's a much milder scent.

A blind buy for me - which usually means a scrubber, or just 'meh' (I never luck out very much with blind purchases). But this? This has made up for all the bloopers. It smells quite unisex, though probably veers toward the feminine side. But it's weird and strange and like nothing I own, but my nose is very pleased indeed! It goes on quite medicinal, like antiseptic cream, which sounds nasty, but it's really not! (I am one of these weirdos who likes the smell of Deep Heat and cleans my teeth with Euthymol toothpaste - if you are like me, you maybe really dig this perfume) Perhaps I am reminiscing of school days in the sick room or sat in the doctors surgery with my mum, but either way, it is very pleasant. This, for me, is a memory perfume, it triggers something from the past, childhood, teens, I can't place it. But it's a positive thing. It has a root-beer vibe too, a little like Mandorlo Di Sicilia, but not as cuddly or gourmand. It also reminds me of Boss Bottled (before they messed with the formulation). I shall slather myself in raw cocoa butter and layer this on top, hopefully that will bring out the cacao, which I'm having a hard time deciphering. Warm, medicinal, original. And quite cheap too! Have a look on eBay - I managed to snag a 75ml bottle for little over £11. I would wear this all year round, but probably with a light hand in summer. I have a feeling it will be even more delicious in Autumn/Winter! This purchase has given more the confidence to consider blind buying the original ToD (also cheap on eBay!). Heady times, indeed! ----- EDIT: I've realised what this smells like; during the mid 90's Faberge released a small range of drugstore body sprays and splashes called Addiction. I loved the Wild Ginger one, but this smells lots like Spice Fire. EDIT No. 2: I've been wearing this for a few weeks now. I am ADDICTED. It is total comfort scent for me now. Its been brilliant on my skin in hot weather! It doesn't last all that long though, which is a shame. So benzoin, looks like you and me are gonna be friends *searches for more benzoin fragrances*

Okay, so I just bought this yesterday doing some black-Friday-weekend shopping and since I bought so many fragrances, I tested some right when I got home, and waited to test the other couple the next day, which is today. As I've said in other reviews...98% of the time I know with the first spritz immediately whether I like a fragrance or not. I'm the same way with music. I'm very decisive. Things don't usually "grow" on me and I'm not a person who is normally "unsure" per say, about many things. This however...was one of the few exceptions...just like Hilary Duff's perfume "With Love" was the same way for me. This fragrance I sprayed...and immediately thought..."Oh god. This smells terrible. Kinda of like a woody/weird medicine smell." But then I went about my business...walked my dog...ate my lunch...and 15 minutes later, I put my wrist to my nose again and I really liked it! Smells very warm...woodsy...You can deff smell the cocoa also. I wouldn't necessarily say this is a love for me...but a strongg like. And it is most definitely not cheaply made. It lasts about 7 hours on me which is HUGE for not only a celeb scent...but for a fragrance I paid $10 for at TJ Maxx (and I got the biggest bottle it comes in mind you.) Also...sillage is very big. I only sprayed less than 1 full spray on my wrist and it had a decent projection. I'm sure it'll project in a major way when I wear it as normal on my skin and clothes. One more thing I must give it props for :: It's VERY versatile. This can (with absolute ease) be pulled off by any man. It's very masculine. Very. =) So with this fragrance...when you first try and/or buy it...spray it on your wrist...and give it 15-20 minutes before you smell and judge it. It's very odd and strong the second it comes out of the sprayer. Overall rating : 7.5 possibly 8/10 Great Job Madonna! I may go buy the original TOD next week. :D

This is a fantastic and clever perfume that is super suitable when fall comes! I adore the slightly mentholated opening - tiny bit toothpasty. The mentholated aspect doesn't stick around for a long time and I am curious about which note creates it. There is no tuberose here and tuberose can do that if high quality. The oud? Anyway, there is soft cocoa and it has got nothing to do with candy or other super gourmand perfumes- this is realistic, soft, steady. I also smell the honeysuckle and the benzoin and they complement each other in a lovely way. Nothing screams here, stands out; its truly well blended. The middle phase is mainly pleasant and the dry down is absolutely amazing when this soft, well-made scent melds with the skin and becomes just a very, very pleasant, yet quite original cloud of niceness. First I thought I wanted this scent to have more sillage, but now I realise that it would have made it strange. This is a long-lasting soft, mild yet steady cloud of mellow warmth. Oh, the cedar in it is also super nice- nice amount of it, well balanced and makes the scent stand straight in all its softness. This is by no means a coy and forgettable scent- its softness with a twist. Is this the bigger sister of Britney Spears Private Show, which is also quite nice. If you love the the Britney and feel like expanding into a more original terrotory- definitely try this one! Also, if you like perfumes like Balmain ́s Ambre Gris try this!

Madonna’s Truth or Dare Naked Perfume is sensual mix of peach, honeysuckle, benzoin, vanilla, and woods. The perfume is luxurious and sweet. It’s intensely warm with an edge and soft with a bite. This is a full bodied scent. It possesses decent longevity and delicious sillage. It’s quite yummy. This scent falls in the autumn/winter or cool nights category. Who Would Enjoy: Fans of Hilary Duff’s With Love perfume may enjoy this; Belle en Rykiel fans would enjoy this; SJP Stash fans may love this; if you aren’t a big fan of fruity sweet perfumes, give this one a try - the woodsy notes cut through the sweetness and give this perfume a wonderfully light resinous quality. This is not a fruity floral! This is also a great date night perfume. It has this come hither quality to it. Would I Repurchase? Yup! I am on my second bottle. This is increasingly harder to find with a reasonable price tag. It’s been discontinued so if you can manage to find a bottle, give it a whirl. I will have to begin my search for a replacement frag, once my second bottle is all gone. On my skin, the initial spray smells like spicy apple juice! But that quickly warms up to this caramel spicy haven. The vanilla really rounds out the fragrance. I feel feminine, joyful, and yummy. Eventually, this dries down to slightly sharp woodsy notes. I love it. I wish that this came in a body oil. Girl, I’d be all over that!

Naked smells like peach brandy in the opening. Then it becomes a tuberose musk, if such a thing exists. Coco butter nuances fade in and out. Orchid is there and it is a vanilla orchid smell. This is very, very boozy and very, very sweet. Like a sweet vanilla orchid, peach brandy, coco butter, tuberose, musk lotion scent. Such a shame Naked and the original Truth or Dare have been discontinued. Both of these are very nice perfumes and would sell. This becomes a bit animalic in the dry down. This is quite sexual and I can see men loving this on a woman. A perfect perfume to make love w/. I would love full bottles of both of these perfumes. They both are very versatile, at least for my life they would be. Let me just put it this way, this is sex in a bottle. I get some of the DNA of the original w/ Naked. I still smell tuberose but that maybe the animalic oud instead. Edit: 7/10/22 I just took this off my want shelf. The funny thing is Naked is very similar to Elizabeth Taylors Black Pearls which I already own. Both of these perfumes have a peach skin quality. If you want a perfume that comes close to Naked and it is super cheap try Desnuda. It also has that peach skin smell. And my husband likes Black Pearls better. Naked is a bit funkier, which he dislikes. I still say it is a shame Naked and the original T&D are no longer in production. They both are really good perfumes.

Admittedly, I am not a fan of Madonna's first foray into the world of perfumery (Truth or Dare.) Her second attempt (Truth or Dare Naked) has a totally different vibe than her first perfume and I am really happy about that! Her first perfume was mature, too mature in my opinion, but this one is younger, more unique and easier to wear. It's very warm, smooth, woody, sun kissed with a touch of sweetness and blended perfectly. Easily unisex. I don't get much of the floral notes coming out on my skin and that's fine with me. The lasting power is also quite decent. I was surprised that I liked this so much. I wasn't expecting to. It does not smell anything like a typical celebrity perfume. I read somewhere recently that Madonna was asked when she was going to release another perfume. Apparently she seemed irritated at the thought of it making one assume she was not happy with her entry into the perfume market. It doesn't look like we'll be getting another perfume from her any time soon, if ever. It's a shame really. Truth or Dare Naked is one of the very best celebrity fragrances to be found these days. Unfortunately, it seems as though it's getting harder to find. This one's worth hunting for so if you can find it, take my advice and buy it! Worth every penny!

I've just sprayed this perfume for the first time about fifteen minutes ago. This is not an entirely negative review. After about 20 minutes of wearing the "symphony" of what I have smelled goes as follows: First spray: very mellow, not what I expected "soft" celebrity fragrance type smell - fruity/floral/light spice A few minutes later: Interesting Amber arrives on the scene. Smells familiar. Can't place it, though...Something "1980's" smelling comes through, which is a huge plus for me, but it does not hang around long. Then...the "Ben-Gay" Icy-hot, menthol-mint background. I rather like that. Smells a hint of Lush's "Breath of God" which I adore. (Such an original fragrance, check that out!) Lastly, and sadly at the end of this symphony...I get "Twilight Woods" from Bath and Body Works. So, in my final analysis...I think Truth or Dare is a more complex version of Twilight Woods. If you liked that one (which I did for a brief point in time), you will enjoy this fragrance. But seriously, based on all of the reviews I read, I was expecting a whole lot more. I will wear it, though because it is still pretty good. I'm also enjoying the amber notes that come through.

I have had both this and the original Truth or Dare for a while now and this is the first time trying wearing them in earnest today. I am doing a side by side comparison test on both wrists. So far I am preferring Naked. It's richer, creamier, warmer and smells more luxurious than TOD. The tuberose in TOD isn't really overwhelming like it can be in other frags to me even when it's not the starring actress. Not to say I don't like TOD but don't think I'd ever LOVE it. I'll see how both progress throughout the day and come back here. Edit: later on in the day, they both have pretty much the same longevity, it's a matter of which effect you prefer, TOD Naked seems to be a warmer more intimate scent, while TOD still, to me, seems more "in your face" and more "shallow", the "good-time, party girl here for a good time not a long time. I don't know how to put it another way, it just doesn't connect with me, it doesn't seem as grounded. I think I prefer TOD Naked, you want her to stick around and get to know her on a deeper level. She has secrets to reveal, but she is going to make you put in the effort, make you coax her to to reveal them to you.

Oh, Maddy. Ever since I watched you writhe all over that wedding cake back in 85 I've been entranced. I have been watching you grow and evolve for decades now but lucky for me I finally get to experience your perfume! Not sure what I was expecting but this is NOT it! The vanilla orchid hits me first. It is SUPERB and like nothing else in my extensive wardrobe. I also get a slightly butterscotch type vibe with some delicate woodsy notes in the background. Just like Mads, it's DIVINE and I can't stop holding my wrist to my nose for just another whiff of this delicious concoction! I'm shocked that incense isn't a note here because I'm getting a clear shot of it right after the drydown commences. There's also zero straight vanilla listed so it must be the lovely honeysuckle giving this a sweet sexy note. This perfume screams autumn and winter and now that the weather is finally starting to get really chilly I'm looking forward to wearing this a LOT! Great prices to be had all over Amazon for huge bottles of this and I suggest you give it a try. There's something for everyone when it comes to Mads! ;)

Hello from Deco Dawn. This is a magnificent fragrance. Rich, warm & sensual. The initial spray is unusual but after half an hour it has developed in to a delicious gourmand fragrance that smells very expensive. I was intrigued to see that others have voted it's similarities to Xerjoff Bouquet ideale that retails in Fortnum & Mason, London for £240. The 'Material Girl' always in 'Vogue' has Triumphed once again. Try it you will love it. Additional note: I agree with fellow fragrantica that Madonnas two fragrances should have been called 'Truth' and 'Dare' and I love wearing them together two sprays of each in the palm of my hand which I then rub over my arms and neck such an extraordinary combination the Tuberose, Gardenia, Vanilla & Jasmine from the white bottle and the Benzoin, Cacao, Vanilla Orchid and Australian Sandalwood from the Brown Bottle. Should be sold together in a more luxurious box set. As both fragrance smell very similiar in their own right to very high end fine fragrances. 'Fracas' and 'Xerjoff Bouquet Ideale. Excellent vfm a wonderful gift.

I got this on clearance at TJ Maxx, and wish they'd had two of them. Of course, I didn't know I'd like it this much then. I bought it based on the reviews here, thanks to being able to pull them up on my phone. I like the bottle, but the perfume inside is really, really good if you love gourmands. I do get a root beer float vibe, but I sort of like that. It's sweet, creamy, and just plain wonderful. I think it has a certain maturity to it though too. It's not just straight up sugary sweet. I've never tried Madonna's first perfume because I'm not a huge white floral lover, but I'm so glad I bought this based off reviews. This has quickly moved into my top ten. I find it to be in the same family as Dior Hypnotic Poison, although they don't smell the same. I've a huge love of Hypnotic Poison, and longevity is better with HP, but it's not awful with this much cheaper Madonna perfume. On me, it wears quite a while, and I can't say that about a lot of perfumes. I sure hope this hasn't been discontinued. Definitely back up bottle worthy for me.

I found this perfume by an accident in a b&m store, I was hanging around cosmetic section, scent was warm, sweet, I wanted to smell my wrist all the time, it was also strong on the sleeve of my jacket. I came back to the perfume section, sadly they had only that one tester, so I came back home with the image of the bottle in my head and my nose glued to my wrist. Found it on fragrantica, then ordered from ebay. When I got it I immediately sprayed it on me, loved it. Got a lot of compliments on it, from different people, different environments and times after spraying it. I feel that it has grown on me even more, just moments after spraying it I can't help it but think of grape flavoured candy, it's that smell, not in a bad way. Then I just forget about it, I don't feel the perfume on me, but people around me still do. It's a sweet smell but not heavy, not overwhelming. As someone said, it can definitely be addictive. Even though the bottle is huge I am already thinking of buying a backup. Recommend that perfume to just try it

I recently discovered Madonna's Truth or Dare Naked and it really is heavenly. This juice makes me swoon. It's a benzoin lover's dream. My obsession with benzoin started in my early 20's when a Tibetan monk gifted me some benzoin tears. He instructed me to carefully burn them on rounds of self-lighting charcoal. I instantly fell in love with the scent. I sparingly burned the resin as a special treat and saved a couple tiny tears to remember that monk by. They are kept in a small jewel box which is opened occasionally so I may inhale the magnificent scented contents. I don't detect too much of the floral notes in Truth or Dare Naked but definitely benzoin and woods. I love to spray it on just before bed as it is such a warm and comforting scent. I have the body lotion as well and slather it all over myself for an extra decadent treat. For me the lotion has excellent staying power. I can't stand Madonna but she put her name on this sensuous creation and for that I give her some respect.

I had no other choice but to blind buy this, as this fragrance is not readily available in South Africa. I bought it based on reviews and based on one specific person describing it as "caramelly deep resinous sweet". Well, I just received my bottle and I am floored! I have seen a few negative reviews and got scared for a moment, but this is deliciously gorgeous! On me it becomes almost instantly sweet, caramel / chocolate. I am so happy I bought this fragrance :) EDIT: I kept smelling this, thinking that it reminds me of something. I couldn't quite put my finger on it though... And then it clicked! With Love by Hilary Duff. No, it is not 'similar', not it is not a 'duplicate'. But it does have the same 'vibe' and the same spicey feel that With Love does. I adore this fragrance and I'm sorry I didn't buy a bigger bottle! Since I'll be on a no-buy until December, I will savour this fragrance, because by then I'll probably not be able to find it in South Africa anymore

Got my first Madonna perfume today and I loved it so much It was love at first sniff. The perfume opens up with the bottom notes it was very spicy, chocolaty, vanilla and as it drys down its very sweet and warm super cosy this fragrance would be great for winter season. My nose did pick pick up a similar note such as the Cacao and it does remind me of Rihanna Rebel but it’s not exactly the same and both are nice perfumes For example Rihannas version is a lot more coffee and Madonna’s is more floral and vanilla. Truth or dare naked last quite a long time which is really good for a celeb perfume and it does smell expensive too although Rihanna Rebel doesn’t last as long as Madonna so there is a big difference. Overall Truth or dare Naked is such an amazing fragrance. This is a safe blind buy well to me it was because I never seen it and smelt it as I was in high school as this was released at the time. Looking forward receiving my original truth or dare.

So woodsy, opulent, earthy, dirty, clean, soft, strong, black and gold. Smells like polished antique church pews mixed with tons of money, dark and heady ale with smoke and sin in dark doorways and corners. The benzoin in this is addictive and calls to mind old postcard imagery of naughty women in opium dens with long, ornate pipes and heavy-lidded eyes. In its entirety, this blend reminds me of a painting by Albert Matignon called "Morphine". Three beautifully dressed women are in a room with one passed out on a bed face down, her tied, red hair hanging over the side. Madonna's ToDN is exactly how I imagine that room would smell. I have owned this fragrance since it was first marketed and still cannot get over how strong and tawdry-ish yet fabulously rich and luxurious it truly is. I still find it extremely unisex, comforting and warm and exactly perfect for the winter. Gorgeous, precious juice!

I swapped this one away some time ago but started craving it shortly after. Unfortunately it became hard to find and prices skyrocketed. Fortunately, I just bought it off a British seller on ebay, BNIB and sealed, 40 bucks for a 75ml bottle. It's really worth it and I am so happy with my purchase ! Truth or Dare Naked is perfect for fall, it's cozy, warm, sensual and offers just enough fun with its mentholated opening. The cocoa offers some fruity apricot flavours and it dries down to a warm and creamy vanilla base, sweet but rough at the same time thanks to the woods.There is also a prominent boozy feeling throughout the development that makes it even more enjoyable. It makes me think of a morning waking up hangover after partying, a little bit of everything, a bit of debauchery. Provocative, sexy, definitely not innocent. Some perverted holy water... Rough ! COLOUR: AMBER & SATIN GOLD

I have been on the lookout for this fragrance after reading the positive reviews on here and I finally found a 75 ml bottle at Marshall's for $9.99! I have the original Truth or Dare and this is a totally different perfume. I like the original ToD but I looovve this one. It smells sooo familiar to me....Twilight Woods by BBW? Viva La Juicy? Some uber-popular fragrance from the 90's? I'm not sure but it smells really good. First thoughts: *warm spicy *cocoa butter *oriental *hint of mint from the benzoin *unisex fragrance *perfect for fall & winter *lily I'm not great at determining notes or describing certain scents....but this is a lovely warm, spicy, boozy, floral with a tiny bit of mint in the background that keeps it clean and not overly sweet. Bottomline - it smells great! Try it, you can't go wrong especially for the price. Kudos on developing another great fragrance Madonna!