Isola

Meo has been in my collection for a few years now. Judging by all of the recent comments, it is apparent that this brand is complicated. How many times am I going to read that people have a love-hate relationship with the brand? I thought I did as well. But it turns out I simply didn't understand. I think I'm starting to now and I am falling in love more more every day. The fragrance I have on right now is ISOLA. Intentional of course. Today is July 15 2026 and it's going to be 106° Fahrenheit in California today. At least where I live. That's hot. Thank God it's a dry heat. I thought today would be perfect to sample this fragrance for the second time. I enjoyed it the first time, but I knew I needed to experience it again to understand it. And I was right. This is an excellent citrus. Better than I thought it was. I hear people complaining that it doesn't have the dark aspect the brand is associated with. And I'm glad! I don't understand why you would want that in a fragrance like this. This is such a tart, strong evocative citrus, and that's extremely difficult to do when you are working with citrus beast ingredients. The organic DNA structure of some of these ingredients cannot be changed and naturally dissipate or dissolve rather quickly. That's why most citrus fragrances don't last. So how did he do it? I have no idea. Lol. But he did indeed flex his muscles in the fragrance world. I don't think you can get any better in weather like this. I am 100% satisfied. It's refreshing but not translucent. It has a little bit of lavender, but not enough to overpower it. There is green in here, but balanced. Maintains the independent/niche style even though it is a mainstream composition so to speak. It checks all of the boxes that I want right now. Because this is not for introductory connoisseurs; you have to like meo fuschini as a brand to begin with in order to like this. But that's exactly where I am and that's exactly what I want. As of right now, it's my favorite fragrance at the summer.

A light aromatic greeness perfect for a refreshing summer. Minty, green and citrusy fresh (despite not overly juicy) So optimistic and fun it will almost make you laugh (; Can’t smell much lavender, tea nor patchouli, This is just the most aromatic and green bunch of mint in the world, in all its beautiful facets and -> without too much menthol itself By far my favourite mint on the market (together with its complete opposite, enclave) A note I normally struggle a lot with. Refreshing fun, perfect for the pool or a walk in nature (;

A true revelation in Meo’s creations so far, a turning point. A contrast. Something truly new, grounded in fresh crisp yuzu with a backbone of lavender & the sensitivity of soft neroli that gives a 2 face facet of marine quality. Picture this, sipping on your yuzu beverage while another is being poured in front of you into a glass full of ice while the fizzy bubbles land on your face with the fresh breeze from the sea. This one lifts you up, summer spirit in a bottle. Love it.

A fascinating scent. Giuseppe really knows how to evoke a scene with his perfumes. For this one I felt like I walked into a fancy Manhattan hotel at the end of spring. I understand men/masc not liking this scent or thinking it smells like other mens scents because of the notes because this is definitely a more feminine perfume. I think it fits right into the dark and complex profile for a gothic scent.

if I had to have one citrus scent, this one would be it. photorealistic, emotional beauty that lasts forever and is engaging all the way through.