Gocce di Napoleon

Drops of Napoleon by Morris is much more than just a perfume; it is a real "time capsule" that takes us back to the perfumery of the 70s and 80s. Launched in 1979, it represents classic Italian elegance: complex, aromatic and deeply structured. A fragrance that appeared among young girls at school in the 80s, in a diabolical mix of hairspray, improbable strawberry lip gloss lipsticks and a few whispers of adolescent stench. Undoubtedly a fragrance now reformulated with its own precise identity. Although classified as a Floral Oriental, Gocce di Napoleon behaves almost like an aromatic "Chypre". It is a fragrance that does not follow the modern fashions of sweet and sugary perfumes, preferring a strong character, almost androgynous by today's standards, and very sophisticated. The sparkling and aromatic opening. The debut is an explosion of Mediterranean freshness. The Amalfi Lemon and Bergamot offer a citrus boost, but it is the Clary Sage that gives that herbaceous and slightly "old school" touch that immediately defines the personality of the perfume. The peach adds a velvety smoothness that keeps the citrus from being too sharp. The spicy heart is floral. Here the fragrance becomes intriguing. Basil and Lavender keep the green freshness alive, while Pepper adds a hint of heat. The floral heart of Rose and Jasmine is not dominant, but serves to smooth the corners, making the composition harmonious in an authoritative way. The base is deep and resinous. The real secret of its longevity lies in the base notes. Oakmoss and Patchouli give that woody earth typical of the great classics, while Incense, Myrrh and Labdanum create a mystical, warm and slightly powdery trail that envelops the skin for hours. Gocce di Napoleon today is clearly a fluid, unisex fragrance with character. It is a fragrance that speaks of cleanliness, of medicinal herbs and ancient resins. Compared to modern perfumes it may seem "austere", but it is precisely this severity that makes it incredibly fascinating and distinctive. It is perfect for those who want to stand out from the crowd of current commercial perfumes. The name recalls an imperial and historical elegance, suggesting a link with the tradition of Italian artisanal perfumery that Morris has been able to interpret masterfully.

I didn’t smell it for a while so I have no idea if it has been reformulated since - In Italy it’s one of the icons of the 80’s , almost every elegant middle class woman got it. It was very elegant and nostalgic perfume , I can’t tell the notes but it’s a classic perfume and always loved it. Almost every woman in my family wore it included me. I’d like to buy a bottle .. even if I’m pretty sure it’s not gonna be exactly the same as most perfumes from that incredible era

Il profumo che usava mia nonna negli anni 80. però mi piaceva... Credo sia stato il mio primo profumo.Nella mia mente ha sempre evocato una giornata di pioggia,autunnale o invernale,quando i caminetti fumano e si sente nell'aria quell'odore di legna bruciata. Agrumato,aromatico,salvia,basilico,pepe nero,è un po pungente e un po balsamico, romantico, strano, ma emozionante, anche se non pretenzioso. E' un ricordo della mia infanzia.

My favorite fragrance from the 80s. I was very small, but I was already very sensitive to fragrances and this was the most mysterious of all. Obviously, the version I find in stores now is a poor reformulation of the original one, and it's a shame because even though I still love it, I'll never be able to wear it, the dry down Is so bad.

It was my perfume, when a was a teen-ager .... it remembers me the birthday parties with my classmates :-) Nice memories...but now I don't like at all this fragrance!