Mystique Shimmer

This is so good and unusual for a designer release, it smells much more high-end than it is. I'm actually neither a big fan of the Michael Kors brand, nor of the glittery, bright blue bottle. But I stumbled upon a short review on another site where Mystique Shimmer was compared to a mix of Vanilla Coke and black pepper, and got intrigued. I'm happy to report that I get just that and more, and I love it. This is sweet, spicy and indeed somewhat mysterious. The black pepper is intense, you got to like hot spiciness to love this. I don't find it overwhelmingly dry though, as it has a lot of creamy musk and vanilla in the base to ground the peppery blast of the opening. No idea why vanilla isn't listed as a note, it's definitely there. Saffron is another main player here, it adds a slightly bitter depth to the scent that is especially noticeable in the drydown. What I appreciate most is that this feels very smooth, not scratchy and harsh like many other, sometimes more expensive scents with a similar notes profile. And it still lasts over night. What a lovely surprise! I will get a bottle as soon as possible, as this seems to be a limited release that is already sold out at many bigger retailers.

I just blind bought this today. I got a 3.4oz for only $39 at Marshall’s. I only bought it because I had heard so many positive reviews about this line, I had not heard this one talked about much though. I am so glad that I bought it! It is another hit for me! Exactly what I love, a unique (to my collection anyway), deep, dark mysterious and alluring scent! It is very spicy from that black pepper in the opening, but it quickly fades to the background, but remains present throughout, then you get a sweet creaminess from the vanilla and the warmth of the amber, and the woody notes that ground the scent. The floral notes are very light, but definitely present, it they weren’t, I think this would definitely lean more masculine. This is a heavy hitter for sure! Pretty strong and very long lasting I am so glad to have found this fragrance and will definitely be checking out the others from this line, if I’m able to find them.

Blind buy win right here!!! Purchased from Marshall’s at only $39 for 3.4oz. You will not find this online for cheaper than that. It smells divine!!! It’s smooth and creamy yet bold and mysterious. This fragrance is very well blended to my nose. The black pepper packs quite a lovely punch upon initial spray. On me, it settles quickly, introducing the saffron (which gives a light spicy tingle and clean smell) and then diving into a gorgeous woody amber. I can smell this for hours on myself. I could have sworn the projection on this wasn’t crazy, so I’m always surprised when I receive compliments on it. I do wish it was just a tad more loud throughout, as it is in the beginning. Either way, I’m so glad I took a chance on this fragrance after being very disappointed by MK glam jasmine. This is obvi a totally different fragrance, but reminded me never to judge an entire brand by one product.

I’m so thrilled that I found this—that I blind bought it at sight of scent notes, alone. Thank you for your existence, Fragrantica! This is giving me all the hippie, desert dreaming, wish I could wander to the East- vibes that I need right now. Right off the bat, I smell a mix of smokey amber and spice. The saffron is bold enough that I could literally cry tears of expensive spice joy! The pepper, the smoke- it’s all right at the top, with a musky-velvety fallback. I feel like I left a hookah lounge with cone of incense in my back pocket and am ready to go get a tarot reading at my favorite local metaphysical shop. I’m one happy lady! Don’t sleep on this one of any of the aforementioned mental images make you happy, too.

I would've never guessed from the listed notes I would fall in love with this perfume. It has the most pleasing saffron and bergamont opening. It's spicy and fizzy. Sprayed directly on my clothes and it kept the opening alive for over 12 hours. Despite the spiciness, it dries down smooth and creamy. This is Ari's Cloud Intense with a kick. Another point of reference, a mix of Cream Soda & Spice! I've fallen under the spell of this perfume. I enjoy it way more than I expected. It's captivating.