Queen of the Game

I had to revisit this perfume because the opening of Korres Cashmere Kumquat reminded me of the balsamic, powdery yet fresh side of this with the cedar, orange blossom and jasmine being common notes. They both have a subtle green tone to them, and in this one it stems from the black currant and intensified by the subtle patchouli. This has a strong balsamic and deeper sweet element, almost oriental from the rich tonka-chocolate blend, aside from its fresh sour black currant and the beautiful passion flower essence that both create the impression of black berries and gardenia flowers. Its fresh part adds an almost soapy fruity veil to the whole scent that sticks around so it is sophisticated yet cheerful. Despite the coffee note it doesn't remind me of Black Opium at all, and the passion flower is the most dominant to me throughout, along with the orange blossom/jasmine which contribute to the oriental vibe I get. The patchouli is subtle and adds a subtle green scent at the drydown, not too spicy or heavy (not like Signorina Misteriosa which is lactonic berry-like, but spicy too). The opening progressively becomes very floral from the passion flower, in a luscious way and always slightly reminiscent of gardenia - I see that passion flower does that a lot, also in BBW Tropidelic where again passion flower gives an almost gardenia impression that tricks your nose. So no wonder Queen of the Game always reminded me of Viva La Juicy Noir (Berries, Gardenia) and Flora Gorgeous Gardenia (berries, gardenia, patchouli). The difference is this one has this balsamic vein that reminds me of the Alien clan at times hence why Korres Cashmere Kumquat prompted me to compare them.

At first spray I get something from Viva La Juicy Noir/VS Noir Tease and yes those are also close to Gorgeous Gardenia(as another reviewer pointed out). So it must be the passion flower cuz it has no berries note unlike the other ones (passion flower is also contained in Play it Spicy). It's love at first spray for sure. As it settles I get alittle bit of Chopard's Happy Spirit (but less tanning lotion vibe and intensity). I think it combines nice elements and stands as a fragrance on its own. It has a mysterious,seductive vibe and once its on you, it will distract you in a good way. Yes we wish the silly bottle was in sync, oh well. The color purple suits it perfectly tho. Now the nights are still hot here in the south and it adds some magic to them ;) but Ill be wearing it in the winter too :)

One of the best underrated cheapie out here, their play it rock and queen of the game are my favorite now to wear daily. Sure the name and the brand is a little biy embarrassing, but i don't care as long as it doesn't smells cheap and embarrassing :p Moderately long lasting, especially on clothes. P. S : now i just remember that this one reminds me of Oriflame's Love Potion body cream, especially at the first few minutes. Guess I'll repurchase that body cream to layer with it

My best bargain fragrance purchase to date!!! This is a warmer and sweater version of playboy play it spicy. The opening reminds me of grape juice and vanilla with a hint of coffee...The dry down though sweet is also reminiscent of freshly washed laundry. I mostly get chocolate and the white floral in the dry down. This fragrance is addictive to me!!! My only con is that the longevity leaves much to be desired...Even on clothes you get four hours tops before it vanishes.

I love this scent. It's sweet, it's got that umph that you would want in a going-out scent. This used to be my signature scent and I bought this in the local supermarket every time I needed more perfume. I have used up many a bottles of this perfume. Definitely worth a try if you like a sexy sweet perfume!