Ecko by Marc Ecko

When I went to get this, my favorite fragrance counter did not have it so I picked up a few others I'd been wanting and left happily. I forgot my hoody on the counter and the girl held onto it for me and when I went back in the next day she said "Guess what we got in,Marc Ecko" when I saw the free t-tshirt I was sold. I've loved his clothes since they first came out and despite the fact I'm no "gangsta" I wear his clothes pretty often. The scent is as fresh and urban as his clothing line... The PR lists the notes above but mentions a "liquid lightning accord" in the top notes. When lightning strikes you can smell ozone right after so I'm guessing that's what it is. The grapefruit note is flawless in this and smells like it could be natural, other citruses and ginger kick in and start to warm this up as the 'ozone' radiates outward the licorice smell (again very nice) unites with the green violet leaf and bitter artemisia.On first reading the PR I thought this was going to be the diciest part of this scent but it is very well-blended, sensual and inviting. The drydown has white incense (elemi?)but it's not overdone, the warm richness of tonka and a very clean musk; exotic without being too oriental and it has a "brightness" about it that I've not smelled anywhere else. This is an excellent first offering from Mr Ecko and I hope a sign of things to come... Sillage: average to close Longevity: decent Overall: 4.25/5 This frag took me by surprise, even though I am a big ECKO fan. It's hip without the trendiness, and fresh yet not weak or aquatic. Marc said he wanted a "white t-shirt type of fragrance" that went with anything, had a little more spice and embodied the spirit of Youth. I'd say he has arrived. The bottle is awesome also: his name is backwards on the front and reflects correctly on the left and right sides of the mirror-metal lining the back of the prism-like flacon. Arty, electric, fresh and spicy, this is the "scent" of Marc Ecko in every way....

Finally gave this a go in real heat, albeit without much humidity...either way, though, I think Ecko will be a very comfortable reach for the months ahead. I purchased this in order to try a licorice when fragrances like Code or Opium(technically, star anise for those) just aren't an option, and despite some solid reviews here, my expectations were low. Ecko, however, has to be one of the two biggest/best surprises in my selection based on pricetag, the other being Paris Hilton/Gold Rush Man. If you are another looking for licorice, you will indeed find it here, and it's clean, crisp, mature, I don't know, even "fresh" when paired with the supporting notes. There is just the slightest zing of citrus for me, I get some moisture for 30 minutes, but on the whole Ecko hits my nose as a dry-ish fragrance, and that helps give it a clean, confident feel that I appreciate. While the licorice does eventually relent, it never completely vanishes, and you are given a relaxed, lightly spiced and smokey musk of a dry down. Although this may not elicit a bunch of compliments, I think Ecko can also be appreciated by many around you in climates where fragrance choices can be a little tricky. If you like or want to give licorice a shot(at a low-risk price), I think this is among the best blind buy options. I tried Eternity Summer '20 for over twice the cost, and, nope, that is not gonna cut it in daytime heat and humidity. Anyways, I always do 4 light sprays in heat and Ecko held up fine for about 5 hours, the whole workday on areas of clothing. Last thing, this perfumer Lois Evans has only Ecko and Intuition for Men listed to her credit here on Fragrantica, and to quote LaurenBacall's review, below, I would say both truly "resist interpretation"...if she is still with us, give this woman some more opportunities, please.

Today it was either between this or Nautica Oceans. Was really close to Oceans, but grabbed this blindly. Just smelled on a card. I went with the reviews you guys posted on here.. trusted your judgement.. Glad I did!! The liquorice stands out a lot, but seems to be balanced out with the ginger and citrus! Great job Ecko! Not sure if this is a summer fragrance or not? I think at first, no. When it wears down a bit, the citrus comes out. At least on me it does. Summer should be safe. Strange how I feel like I have smelled something very similar before, but I cant think of it?? Dont worry Oceans, I will be back to get you soon enough!!

actually.. i just thought of it. It sorta reminds me of a spicier version of Michael Jordan "Jordan". I havent had that one for quite some time, so im just going off memory... Could be wrong however.

pleasantly surprised with this, smells really really good. I'm really happy I gave this a shot, strongly recommended don't think anyone will be disappointed.