A*Men Sunessence Edition Orage d'Ete

When I purchased this I'd found it on sale for about $30.00 USD for a boxed 100ml bottle and I LOVED IT! Fresh, aquatic/ozonic... spicey... everything one would want in an ideal warm/hot weather fragrance absolutely unisex. I see that my bottle now commands over $100.00 USD on ebay, but I'm not surprised because it is truly lovely. So, why is this now "I had it" vs. "I have it" in my profile? Not because I don't still love it but because I decided it might smell even lovelier on a guy's skin so I gifted it to a male friend who'd recently done me a HUGE handyman favor. I know he'll smell marvelous whenever he wears it. A very appropriate "Thank you" gift.

Its suprising how long one can take to like a frag .. i have had this since a year and never bothered to use it after the initial try. Gave it a full wearing today and i must say this is some good juice !!! Opens wit a citrusy light orange feel and dries down to a light A*men choco patch vibe. Gets lottsa points frm me for being different... its not like any other summer frag oh .. lovely bottle too :)

Launched as a limited summer edition in 2010, A*Men Sunessence Edition Orage d’Été is a bold and surprising interpretation of the classic A*Men DNA, now lighter, more effervescent and ready to shine in the sun. In this special version of the Sunessence collection, Mugler maintains the identity of the line, but with an eye towards the freshness and vibrant energy that hot days demand. Olfactory Impressions Right at the start, the fragrance impresses with a green, fresh and slightly bitter green coffee accord, which replaces the roasted and dense side of the classic coffee present in other A*Men versions. This green coffee is more herbal, energizing and less gourmand, creating an effervescent sensation, like an aromatic tonic. The fruity citrus notes that accompany it give the composition brightness, evoking the sun's heat, but without being sweet or invasive. The heart seems to be filled with a spicy, slightly metallic, watery breeze, which gives it a modern and clean feel, contrasting with the warm, earthy base of patchouli and dry woods. Despite being a summer fragrance, Orage d’Été is not simply light; it maintains Mugler’s style: personality and presence, but now with more transparency and luminosity. Performance Long-lasting: About 6 to 7 hours on the skin. Projection: Moderate in the first 90 minutes, then it becomes more subtle and refined. Sillage (trail): Medium, suitable for warm climates, present but not invasive. Use Occasions A*Men Sunessence Orage d’Été is ideal for warm spring and summer days, being versatile enough for daytime use, informal meetings, more relaxed work environments and even outdoor events. It is perfect for those who want the complexity and sophistication typical of Mugler, but with a more breathable and invigorating structure. It works especially well for those who like fragrances that are out of the ordinary in the summer, without resorting to the obvious “aquatic citrus”. Final Score: 9.0/10 A*Men Sunessence Orage d’Été is a rare gem in the Mugler collection: it brings freshness without banality, elegance without pretension and originality without exaggeration. It is an excellent alternative for fans of the original A*Men who want something lighter for hot days, without giving up the brand’s striking olfactory identity. It is a shame that it is a discontinued edition, because its proposal still sounds innovative today, a summer perfume with soul, energy and signature.

This great flanker came in my mail few days ago after a blind buy based only on reviews found here and recommendations from other users. Taking into account the fact that I don't like A*Men I can say that I really love this limited edition, as it has very little in common with original. A sharp & tonic opening, perceived as little fruity & sweet, very appropiate for these spring sunny days, followed by a spicy patchouli, smooth coffee & some woods combination, very very good indeed. As a limited edition I couldn't be more happy that I didn't miss it (like I did with others wanted limited flankers) and I can throughly recommend it to those who think original A*Men is too much for them. Longevity is not an issue by itself...personally there are many times I don't want a fragrance to stay with me all day and get tired of it, so i would say about 4-5 hrs, with a noticeable presence in the first two. A truly nice surprising offering from Mugler house. My rank 8.8/10. ☣☣☣☣

Opens with a light, fresh scent. I can smell what perceives to be the original A* Men in the first opening note. I think those are the base notes coming through. They are gone pretty quickly. The original note is like a mix of the mandarin and cacao. The cacao is pretty strong, but it almost gives off a spicy scent. It’s like pepper to me, actually. The initial top notes didn’t seem to mix well together for me, but after I wore this a couple of times, I really began to like them, as well. The middle notes on the page say “Green Coffee” and “Woody Notes”, but to be honest, I smell a very faint vanilla and pepper. The top notes on the page pyramid say “Spicy Notes” and I think this is it, but this isn’t just in the top notes, it’s at the heart of the fragrance. The longevity of this upsets me a bit, but it does last a few hours. It just wears light ont he skin. All in all, I like Sunessence pretty well.