Star

Oh, the bottle! It is exquisite, absolutely stunning, heavy, expensive looking, glamorous. Probably the prettiest bottle on my shelf. When it's empty, I will buy a fresh bottle and use this as a paperweight. It is a piece of art really. The juice is an equal love, love, love for me. It reminds me of very old paperbound books and a vintage leather sofa that has 40 years of soaked-in incense, or cigarette smoke maybe. I can't place it, but I know this smell. An old bookstore smell perhaps, dated paper pages and a sandstorm of gray dust. Weird, but that's a vibe I can't get enough of. Starts off dry and powdery thanks to the pineapple. The pineapple-fig combo at the top is to die for! More dry and powdery notes in the mid from the iris. Sweet gourmand, but has depth. You get the coconut and the lactonic quality, tempered with powder and you get the praline, a delicate sweetness under the powder. Leans mature to my nose, and it is quite sexy. Clearly there was a plan with the bottle design and the note pyramid with this scent, and it was executed close to perfection. My only gripe is I wish it had more powder and heavier woodiness in the base, but that is personal preference. Actually, if it contained a little smoke, some kind of toasted, burnt marshmallow note, that would have taken it over the top for me. With this one, the top notes and heart notes are heavier, and it simply dries down to a very soft, delicate, innocent girly vanilla. An inverted pyramid. I prefer frags that start out softer and become deeper and richer when they warm on the skin, ending up powdery, smokey or woody. The base does not quite ground this one. Normally I am not into vanilla in the warmer months, but this is the perfect Summer vanilla. The notes are tropical, but it has a cozy feeling. Many "tropical" perfumes lean sharp and the notes are high pitched or sour or too fruity, which I truly despise. Only wish this lasted longer, you need to overspray and then overspray again to build up to a sillage that leaves a trail. I have found that letting unscented body oil soak in before applying this improves longevity of the top and mid and intensifies the notes. However, it may be one of those which others can smell, even if you can't perceive the scent bubble around yourself. Does it smell like a $300 bottle - no. A bit synthetic, yes, but who can be mad at vanilla. I will buy this over and over. I'm smitten every time I wear it, like falling in love all over again. Yummy!

I decided to go on a limb and order this about the same time I ordered Elixir Pour Elle, more intrigued by the beautiful flacon than the notes, but still curious to try a scent whose heart seemed iris-dominant at a glance. This one’s a sleeper hit, and blended well to my nose. I asked a friend about the pineapple in the top because I couldn’t fully make it out, and she said it was there. Iris and vanilla dominate this perfume for me, and the iris is so cold that this fragrance is decidedly cool for me, but still delicious to smell and absolutely a cuddly perfume. I’d argue any warmth associated with this fragrance will come from the personality of the wearer. Even in the drydown, when iris has finally (but not fully) bowed to vanilla, I’d say this scent leans cool, in a refreshingly sweet way. Like the cool sweetness of a good whipped cream, or creme brûlée. It’s gentle and diffuse. A moderate sillage and a decent presence for about six to seven hours before it remains as a skin scent. But the base is tenacious, and lasts until you wash it off. If it matters, this fragrance can net you some compliments in the first few hours of wear, when the projection is most prominent. It’s a great daily wear scent—I’ll test it in the warmer months next year but I actually don’t think it’ll go sickly just because of how cool the composition leans. If you like cool vanilla scents with a powdery aspect so smooth it’s basically powdered silk then you’ll love this one. As far as it lives up to its name, it’s no supernova—it’s more like a reassuring North Star. But I think you’ll enchant anyone that falls into your orbit.

Gosh this stuff is good. TBH with the exception of the Mauboussin self-titled fragrance (which is too ghastly for words and I could not get rid of it fast enough) all the others I've bought from this brand have been great. So I sprung for this to treat myself and I am delighted as it is gorgeous. It's cosy and warm but without being too sweet and cloying. Personally I don't get the pineapple note, but that's of no consequence. It is soft and milky with a delicate smokiness that leans towards incense. There is also a hint of vanilla that offers a creaminess but without the cloying intensity of another favourite of mine, Lalique Le Parfum. Compared to my other Mauboussin fragrances, Star doesn't have as strong a projection on me, but that's okay as far as I'm concerned. There is a cosy, intimate aspect that is really appealing about this fragrance. My husband really likes it! I also own Une Histoire de Femme Sensuelle from Mauboussin, which I also love and thought I would do a side by side comparison. To me, they share some similarity so I thought it would be fun to compare. I'd never really noticed the distinctive rose note in Femme, but now that I sniff them side by side, the rose really stands out for me. Femme is playful and I often get compliments when I wear it, and Star feels like Femme grew up, moved out of home and got a real job! Also, can we talk about the bottle! OMG, it is beautiful and very giftable. The only thing that lets it down is that the lovely golden cap dented the sprayer on the one I bought, but given that I paid such a good price for it, I'm more than willing to live with that.

This is my second Mauboussin fragrance. The first one I bought and own is Une Histoire de Femme Sensuelle. Both of them have this praline note that is so irresistible to my nose, absolutely delicious. Thanks to that typical Mauboussin praline note I may give a chance to their other perfumes, too. To my nose this is the best praline note of all the praline notes I have encountered in my fragrance journey so far. Now, back to Star. This perfume is truly nice and remarkable. It starts of kind of smok-ish and sweet vanilla-like, there is a slight iris and woodsy note to it so the fragrance appears to be quite "serious" of a character (in this phase, it actually reminds me of Vanagloria by Laboratorio Olfattivo, which I love). It proceeds then to the phase of a sweet, lovely creamy pineapple/coconut combo. Recently I bought a pack of dried pineapple in Lidl and the scent that was left on my fingers is EXACTLY that one of Star. I mean, exactly. I was eating those pineapple pieces and I was wondering how come I can smell the Star on my fingers when I didn ́t even spray it on today? Then I realized... Sweet pineapple and coconut. It ́s so delicious. To me, this perfume is so interesting because the first phase I mentioned appears to be like a fall/winter evening perfume and then it changes to sweet, gourmand and almost tropical area. I am about to test its longevity and sillage properly but it appears to be quite good already. :) The bottle is nice and sturdy, quite unique looking. Highly recommended, this perfume.

What an absolute gem! Blind purchase but definitely a successful one. Star is a fabulous concoction of pineapple and tonka, these are the most prominent notes, with only a hint of iris and heliotrope detectable throughout. As the fragrance develops, you can sense the presence of a bitter sweet nutty praline coming through. This juice is most definitely on the unisex spectrum; I can definitely see it being worn by any gender. Very much appropriate for colder seasons, though if applied lightly I could envisage myself wearing it during warmer months on a night out. If you're a professional looking to mark your presence in a non offensive yet appropriate manner, this definitely is a juice to reach out for. It's been a love from first sniff for me and I love sharing it with my hubbie, who's also fond of it. Elegant, opulent, unique, it most certainly doesn't smell like tons of other fragrances available on the market. It will make you stand out from the crowd and you'll be surprised by the number of compliments coming through. Silage and longevity both on a great side; solid 6 hours and it's still very much detectable. Well done, Mauboussin. The bottle design and colour represents the fragrance gracefully. A definite keeper with a strong potential to become my signature juice.

Just got this one in the mail. A successful blind buy!! There is something that reminds me a bit of baby cat and Paris corners dupe of it Riffaqaat only more floral. Kind of like if baby cat and Lataffa noble blush had a baby! Sooo pleasantly surprised! Some say it’s like Lataffa eclair or Bianca latte. Yes it has a vanilla that is in the same vein as those but there’s a little more to this than just that vanilla latte cakey simple vibe of those perfumes. Like i said, more of a baby cat type of darker vanilla but slightly more floral! Going to update once my bottle settles from the heat and tossing around in shipment. I don’t smell much pineapple or fig but I’m excited about how this one may unfold! Edited to add that I’m realizing I’m getting the fig and pineapple in the deep dry down versus the opening. Strange how that’s happening but still a very nice fragrance!

Wow, such a beautiful scent. I’m heavily surprised by this fragrance, I feel like Mauboussin always releases fragrances that are either hit or misses. It’s a warm ambery/gourmand fragrance with a beautiful fruity opening. On the opening you get a blast of Iris, Praline and Pineapple (it’s not a dominant note so you have to concentrate to notice it within all the strong gourmand notes), then closely followed by a milky and REALLY gourmand touch, thanks to the Coconut Milk/Tonka Bean/Vanilla. Then when it settles, the White Amber, Fig, Virginian Cedar and Heliotrope are finally showing up, adding a subtle touch of intensity and powderiness This is really well blended, warm and mouth watering, lasts about 6 to 8h and the sillage is always strong but still leaning a bit moderate. Great value for such a small price, definitely worth it ! 8,5/10 ! So underrated :(

Yooooo! I bought this for $18 used on Mercari!! It's been on my shelf for a couple of months and I just sprayed it because I just realized it had fig and pineapple in the top notes. People are saying this is the baby of commodity milk and by the fireplace... I can see that but the pineapple and fig last through the dry down. This is a special fragrance and it's inexpensive. I get so excited when I'm able to find a fragrance that I love and I don't have to pay $500 for it. I own over 200 fragrances and I've paid up to $400 for a few of them. Its crazy that some of my favorites are inexpensive Middle Easterns' and fragrances like this. Edit-it's actually crazy that people are likening this to Bianco Latte. It really smells like Lattafa's Honor & Glory but minus that Middle Eastern skunk musk.

When you read the notes you don’t know what to expect. I’m sure most people expect a vanilla coconut tropical type of smell. This is not that. To my nose, it smells kind of like gingerbread. It’s like a toasted coconut smell. It’s gourmand but not in the way you’re expecting. This has a slight smokiness to it like By The Fireplace. I don’t know how this one will do in the heat but it smells amazing in the winter and fall. I like to layer it with the Bodycology S’mores body mist. I bet it would be good with choco musk too. My mom kept complimenting me when I had it on so I bought her a bottle as well. (I’m 22 and she’s 59 so this could be for any age) I paid $25 on Amazon and the bottle is heavy very good quality.

This is a warm and cozy scent. I'm getting the creamy coconut and vanilla and the smokiness of the amber/ouds but I don't get any of the other fruits listed. This smells like a campfire marshmallow with the sweetness and smokiness you get. For 35$ bucks, it's a safe blind buy and a mellow scent good for daily wear that won't offend anyone. It's longevity and silage though is what is surprisingly lacking. It doesn't project much and it quickly becomes a skin scent after an hour or so of wear. But it smells delicious for those who enjoy a sweet scent. I will add, if you over spray this delicious scent and spray clothes, it does last much longer. I really love this one ❤️

OMG I want to gate-keep this frag for as long as possible, I don't want the prices to skyrocket when everyone starts talking about it haha For any younger girls looking into this, I will say this is sophisticated powdery/iris vanilla, this is not your typical sweet gourmand, which you might think of seeing it's compared to Milk, By the fireplace, Eclair etc. I think mature, elegant ladies will appreciate it more than the youth. An absolute stunner! Also, just for the record, there is something in it that reminds me of Angham, that waxy feel that I think must be the heliotrope or iris, while Angham has lavender. Does anyone else pick up this small nuance?

I blind-bought this because the notes looked so good......score!! I don't get any fig or pineapple on my skin. What I do get is a smoky marshmallow aroma that isn't too sweet, but just the right amount. Quite lovely and comforting, snuggled up in a warm blanket kind of scent. It reminds me of Smores by a campfire in the woods because I do get the cedar note, but it's not masculine. Unique marshmallow scent that is long-lasting and great for cooler temps, though maybe, just maybe, one could try it on a summer night. I'm thinking warm temps might amplify it a bit, so I'll wait and see. Until then, really enjoying this creation from Mauboussin!

I bought Star at the beginning of summer, and initially, I was not pleased as it reminded me of Ameer Al Oudh Intense Oud by Lattafa, which I find smells like petrol. However, after letting it sit in the dark, the magic happened. (Although I disagree that a fragrance should need to rest for a couple of months to smooth down, I believe that when it is put out for sale, it should be ready to use right away). Now that winter has arrived and a couple of months have passed by, I tried it again and was delighted by its subtle, smoked sweet vanilla scent. It's smooth, fluffy, and very pleasant for winter use.

Amazing cheapie!!! I had a feeling I was going to love this one. And I do! It's that same type of vanilla you get in Snif Vanilla Vice, Mercedes Benz Club Black EDT, Christian Siriano Intimate Silhouette, Commodity Milk. I'm realizing lately that I really love this scent profile. I guess it would be a "woody" vanilla? I don't know. It's got a bit of a smoky nuance to it. I don't get any of the pineapple or fig. Coconut maybe but more like the husk of the coconut. And then vanilla. The extract type of vanilla. Yes, this will be worn quite a bit. Definitely will purchase a backup of this one.

What a stunner!!! Bought a bottle (dirt cheap) after trying a sample. This stuff is incredible. It's smoky vanillic goodness without being too much of one or the other. I have a bottle of Rifaaqat (paid twice as much) and I don't really like it, bought into the hype. This beauty, however, while reminding me of Rifaaqat, is incredibly feminine, cozy and sweet and oh-so inviting. I can only imagine how it's going to shine in colder seasons. I do believe I can detect pineapple note and I dig it. A lot. Praline too. This is amazing. I encourage you to try it. 10/10 everything.

I couldn't disagree more with those who say that this is similar to Bianco Latte or Eclaire. It may have a similar sweetness due to vanilla and pralines, but it goes to a very different direction. It is warm, smokey and woody, not gourmand yet creamy and sugary. I would compare it to fragrances such as Ishq Al Shuyukh, Babycat / Rifaqaat and By the Fireplace. I would even say that there's leather on it, even though it is not listed. However, this is way more feminine and wearable than all the scents I've just mentioned. Definitely suitable for autumn/winter.

I received this perfume as a birthday gift from my husband, and I love it! Such a gorgeously coconutty, fruity, ambery-vanilla scent! I really smell the vanilla and coconut strongly, followed by the sweet, fruity pineapple and fig. I can also smell the warm, amber and wood base; it's very smoothly blended, and there aren't any unpleasant notes sticking out. The only thing i wish is that this perfume were stronger! I definitely have to spray heavy to get the amount of scent I prefer, but I love how it smells!

It smells a bit like Stella Pomade skin/hair cream (in the blue and yellow jar). It reminds me of good childhood memories, and my grandmother's skincare products. Milky, a true vanilla, fruity, and rich. Star is a very good name for it. The bottle is unique too. 10/10 Update: Really starting to appreciate this more as a calming vanilla scent. Not too edible not too cosmetic-y. It is extremely balanced. Vanilla scents doesn't always play nice on me so I really appreciate this and its longevity.

I finally pulled the trigger on this fragrance during Prime Big Deals, and I’m glad I did. It’s the perfect scent for fall and winter, I’d describe it as a grown-up gourmand. The sweetness from the fig, coconut milk, praline, and vanilla is definitely prominent, but what really elevates it is the subtle smokiness of the woody notes and a touch of powdery florals. It takes it beyond just smelling like dessert to something a bit more sophisticated while keeping it cozy and inviting.

To my nose, this is a complex aromatic vanilla. It isn't the sticky thick gourmand that I expect in a fragrance with this much vanilla. There seems to be a note of undisclosed incense or resin in addition to the amber, which may explain why some are noting cigarette or smoky notes. It is a bit powdery, with florals and fruity notes in its opening, which balances the heavier notes. Its complexity is lovely, but it took some time for me to understand and appreciate her.