Luna Rossa

Revisiting this one, as I’m packing to move to a new house and I found my old small bottle with probably 10 sprays left. I definitely remembered this as being a really classy, fresh, breezy, athletic/sporty scent. I sprayed it on myself again after not wearing it in probably two years, and was instantly reminded why I liked it in the first place. It’s so sharp and invigorating on the opening, there’s this really fresh, citrusy type smell- not a sweet, ripe fruit, but a juicy bitter rind, like the pure citrus acid smell from squeezing an orange peel. It’s bitter and invigorating, and there is this added CRISP, green sharpness from mint- incredibly fresh, cool, and undeniably clean. These two aspects alone could easily be too much or too bitter for some, BUT, what makes this a masterpiece in my opinion- there’s this underlying soft, slightly powdery roundness to it from lavender and the ambroxan in the base. It’s fairly simple as far as notes, but the way it’s crafted and blended is absolutely masterful. It’s incredibly classy and overall, the ingredients smell very high quality and natural. To me, it’s one I love to spray anytime when I’m at home or after the gym, as it’s just so breezy and uplifting, and oozes a cool cleanliness no matter what. It’s fresh in a bottle. It certainly does not smell like baby powder to me but it does have a powdery, warm/round vibe from the base notes, and that makes it incredibly versatile and high-class to me. I think every other fragrance in this category can maybe be a little too sweet or juicy, this one feels like a light mist of pure masculine freshness, but it does have really good longevity for a freshie. Also gives me a MODERN barbershop feeling. Compared to the other Luna Rossa line: Sport is much thicker and sweeter, in fact, I find the Luna Rossa EDT to be a better “sport” scent than the actual Sport flanker. I love them both though. EDT is lighter and crisper, Sport is warmer and more heavy and sweet with the vanilla/tonka bean flavor. Carbon is much spicier, more juicy and less crisp and fresh. More like a modern “blue” style- like sauvage or Dylan blue- sharp, modern spiciness. Luna Rossa EDT, comparatively, feels like a modern take on the sport fragrances from the 90s, like Platinum Egoiste, polo sport, stuff like that. Black is in another league as a dry, super dark, thick and rich (almost gourmand) type scent. They’re nothing alike. Some scents with a similar vibe- Chanel allure homme sport - sweeter and less crisp, more juicy orange and less bitter orange. Dior homme cologne - lighter and less complex, almost unisex, but captures a similar natural citrus freshness up top. polo sport- both deliver this refreshing, minty quality. Light blue forever- simply due to the natural, bitter refreshing citrus note up top (bitter orange in Luna Rossa and grapefruit in Light Blue Forever)- in both its a very rind-y citrus note instead of the typical sweet citrus juice. Conclusion: I love the simplicity, clean/soapy vibe, and pure class from Luna Rossa. I quickly went out and bought a 100 ml bottle after using what was left of the 50 ml bottle I found while packing. My only regret is that I left this one on the shelf for so long!

Prada Luna Rossa (2012) Prada Luna Rossa is a fragrance that balances with traditional and modern mastery. Inspired by the competitive and elegant world of cycling, the perfume is an essence of a composition that transmits freshness, sophistication and dynamism. A lavender is a scent of fragrance, but it appears to be an old-fashioned one: nada de lavanda "of barbershop", and yet a versão limpa, luminosa, quase metallic, which is based on a laranja amarga to dar o tom cítrico and energizante da abertura. No coração, a hortelã e a sálvia trazem um frescorde verde e ligeiramente herbal, quase medicinal, que conferre à fragrância an invigorante vibe, como una brisa marítima cortante e invigorante. Based on a sophisticated mora wave: ambroxan and ambreta proporcionam um fundo quente, levemente almiscarado and ambarado, which is mantém elegant and discreet. Fixation: Moderada a boa (6 a 8 hours na pele, but em roupas). Projection: Moderada. It is necessary to note our first moments, but always in time but close to the skin, where it is ideal for situations that require discrepancy. Rastro (wake): Refinado. Although it was elegant, it was never invasive. Luna Rossa is extremely versatile. Dia a dia: Ideal for work environment, faculty or casual meetings. Climate: Brilha especially at temperatures but brought to a few, so it will be fresh and clean. Style: For people who have the taste to transmit the sophistication of a useful form. Combine it with a white shirt, a formal blazer, or a minimalist shirt and jeans. Elegant sport: Embora inspired by a water sport, it is refined or sufficient for a day or an occasion but formal day. Luna Rossa is a perfume that is simple and executed. However, it is exaggerated and it is its balance, as the world of the bike was inspired by it. Prada's DNA is clearly: clean, contemporary, sophisticated and ostentatious. It is a fragrance that is so agradable that it does not come into the world of perfume as long as it is experienced, thanks to its elegant and modern construction. Final score: 9/10 An excellent scent for a clean, modern and masculine perfume, with great versatility and olfactory identity without exaggeration. Ideal for enjoying lavender and reinventing it for the same reason it is used, but it is extremely usable.

Bought this as a blind buy. Had expected something fresher initially. Like some blind buys, this has grown on me over the months to the point that I now think it's among the best scents I got for a number of use cases and occasions. I'm still only learning to "picture" the scent from the ingredients used, but they ring quite true here. To me, the scent is first and foremost powdery and lavender-like. There are some floral and mint undertones. The best way to think of it is "clean" as in fabric softener or room scent, like "White Cotton", "Fresh Fabric" kind of notes, almost a tad industrial in that sense. This took me some time to appreciate, but what I increasingly notice, is what some reviewers have also mentioned: that it is a very, very safe and nice scent in a way that is trust-inspiring. Someone wrote "nice man's fragrance", and I really come to intuitively understand that this really is, what it is. For me, it feels great to go on a very nice and wholesome date with someone younger than myself. I think I read in the reviews "good for cuddling", and it's exactly what it is - it reminds you so much of fresh laundry, it's incredibly comforting and friendly and good-natured. I live in Southeast Asia, so it's often very hot here, which this scent performs well in (but would do just as well in colder climates I think). I've layered it with a bright aquatic - Bvlgari's Aqva Marine - and it accentuated the friendliness with a more sporty, watery aspect. This is something I could wear out on business meetings or when meeting friends during the day or a date, and I'd feel like I'm the perfect, good natured, great to be around with, safe person - reassuring, professional, clean and proper. I'm now glad I own this and am happy everytime I wear it.

I've owned this scent for quite some time now but somehow never got around to reviewing it. This because my everyday work scent as soon as I smelled it. It's Prada's signature clean lavender scent, but with musky/citrus top/basenote combo and pure freshness from the mint. The lavender in this is just intoxicating. It's super clean, fresh, and just sweet enough to make each whiff feel special. The muskiness that stays on the skin after dry-down just brings this to the next level. As others have noted, this is the fresh and clean version of Chanel Allure HSEE, which I also own and love very much. While they both capture the musky/citrus combo, Chanel is much more deep and sweet than the Prada. They both make fantastic office scents. This is definitely a masculine scent, and I do find that the ultra-minimalist, clean-cut scent fits a certain type of man (I'd like to think myself) who's going for a simple, professional feel. This is like a barbershop scent meets tech worker. This is really one of the scents that has never disappointed me, and really opened up my eyes to how much I loved masculine lavender scents. You can pretty much were this to any occasion, although it does lend itself to lighter, brighter, more professional settings. I find that it has average sillage. It doesn't last forever but it easily lasts 2-3 hours with projection and when applied on moisturizer can last over 8-10 hours on the skin. I have only done this once before (Ombre Leather) but I'm giving this a 10/10. The only thing that could possibly improve it would be added longevity, but that could always end up making the actual scent worth, so I think it's perfect as it is.

My fragrantica rating is a 4.30. On a tester strip, I agree with general comments about it smelling like a soapy lavender scent with orange rind - I'm imagining a Baylis & Harding branded soap in a an upmarket hotel or restaurant (a nice smell but not what you imagine as attractive). On skin, this smell is incredibly masculine and attractive. It is inoffensive, you do smell like you have a modern city apartment that you keep clean, it is suited for office wear... and women find it very attractive in all ways different to how a sexy fragrance is marketed. Lavender, orange rind, clary sage and ambroxan are the foundations of what on skin is an assertively masculine, clean and sexy scent. Women love it - smelling clean, tidy and as if you have everything in order is pure masculine sexiness. It smells greener on skin than on a test strip (but is so well balanced and blended that it is not overtly green and is supported by a slightly sweet undertone possibly coming from the coumarin). Sillage is good if not very good. Nearly all fragrances last longer on me because I'm fit and healthy so I can't comment on its general longevity but can tell you it has lasted me over 12 hours with 4 sprays - 3 on the neck and 1 on the wrist. Bottle has nice glass, great atomizer but the metal aesthetic is cheap plastic but looks good from a distance on the cabinet. Very impressed and has the market advantage of not being so popular compared to blue fragrances currently. Modern, masculine and sexy. Suitable for indoor and outdoor ventures in the spring, summer and autumn. A day scent that can be used in the evenings by cutting through the chilly night.

Prada Luna Rossa: A Peppery Lavender Pleaser ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ I have a long history with Prada Luna Rossa. It was my signature scent for several years, even though I initially despised it and relegated it to my office desk. But something changed over time, and I began to appreciate its charm. Perhaps it was the constant stream of compliments that it elicited from others. It is a crowd pleaser, indeed, and not in a dull or generic way. The fragrance is dominated by a sharp and spicy lavender and pepper note, which is softened by some fresh and crisp florals. Underneath, there is a chemical and aromatic base that is characteristic of many Prada scents. I suspect they have a secret ingredient that gives them this distinctive edge. I also own Prada Infusion Iris Cedre, which shares some similarities with Luna Rossa, but is more sensual and refined. Luna Rossa is more playful and lively, but still elegant and modern. The performance of this fragrance is moderate, but not disappointing. It lasts for about six hours on my skin, and projects well for the first two hours. However, there is a catch: it contains ambroxan, which can make you lose your sense of smell quickly. So you might not enjoy it as much as others do. Prada is becoming more expensive these days, and I think they need to lower their prices to keep their customers happy.

I bought this for my husband, and HE LOVES it because I CANNOT keep my hands off him! It is not a typical in your face man cologne. It begins slightly citrus, and then, it becomes more of a subtle mint and oceanic sent mixed with an outdoor woodsy undertone. It also has wonderful sillage and longevity. Definitely a lot better than my Prada Candy! I got a sample of this when I bought my Prada Candy. I am NOT a fan of most of the Prada smells because they are to musky or florally and tend to hurt my head. BUT I LOVE THIS!!!!!! I smelled it and instantly ran up to my husband and sprayed it on him to see how it reacted with his chemistry. AMAZING COMBINATION!!!!! I have seen some people describe this as a more unisex, and because of its softness I could kind of see why. However, I cannot see a "feminine" woman wearing this. Yes it is soft, but still VERY masculine. Not masculine as in "testosterone pumping, lets go beat the crap out of someone", but more "lets lay in bed and let me hold you in my arms where you are safe and forget the world." It gives a quiet comfort and confidence. Which lets face it men... Thats what most of us women want is to be able to feel safe. DID I MENTION I LOVE THIS!!!!????

Prada Luna Rossa is something different from the citrus heavy perfumes usually dominating in male summer scents. This perfume is indeed heavy on lavender and mint, almost to the point where I fail to detect any other accords. That being said, Lavender and mint is what Prada does in this fragrance, and boy do they get it right this time! It’s a summer scent with a unique bend. I kinda love it! That being said I still have a few couple of minor complaints about this fragrance. One relates to longevity and sillage. Both could be described as both modest and weak performing, but then again I have to admit I’m normally going light with the sprays. Still I would like for it to stay alive for longer than 3-4 hours before turning into a skin scent. Nostril fatigue may play a part in this, but that’s how I experience it anyways. To me this is blind buy worthy as I can hardly imagine anyone disliking this perfume. It’s fresh and clean lavender/ mint in a soapy way. It just works great! Scent profile: Lavender/ Mint Longevity: 4-6 hours Sillage: moderate Gender: Definitely male/ hard to pull off for women Value for money: Good Versatility: Allrounder in spring and summertime Verdict: 8/10 Blind buy: Safe

This is a complete banger. My favourite type of fragrance is probably something that is aromatic, fresh, ultra clean, professional, green-ish, with a 'cooling effect' Living in a place where summers can reach 60 degrees celsius, I can wear this sort of fragrance every day and wouldn't get bored. It's precisely how I'd like to present myself at work, especially because said work involves getting very up close and personal with people. I want to smell well put together and classy in a very clean way. The king of this genre in my humble opinion is Platinum Egoiste. Terre d'Hermes Eau Intense Vetiver is also brilliant. Luna Rossa is another of the same style. Aromatic? Check! (Lavender bomb) Clean? Check! (It's a Prada) Green + cooling effect? Check! (Nicest interpretation of mint I've smelt) It's not as masculine, sharp or dry as Platinum Egoiste or TdH. It's a lot more rounded, a bit soapy, and ever so slightly sweeter. But I don't mind one bit, it's a great alternative to them while smelling totally different. I get decent/good performance from it as well, awesome sillage and it lasts a solid 5-6 hours, especially on clothes. Overall for me 9.5 out of 10.

Actually a bit embarrassing that I haven't done a review of this long ago. But better late than never, they say, so here goes: This perfume was my first love, the high school sweetheart that ends up as your wife, and despite temptation all around you, none of the bimbos ever compete for real. The first time I smelled this in the shop, I knew: "This is the girl I'm gonna marry."; this was in 2014, and I haven't since come across any fragrance I love quite as much. It's fresh, it's a little spicy, once it dries down a bit, the spicy really comes out. It's a fragrance that changes quite a lot as you wear it, and every part of it is simply lovely. How this fragrance doesn't have as big a following as AdG or Sauvage is truly beyond me. It smells amazing, it's sexy, it's grounded, it's casual, it's formal, it is just the best of the best. Not to mention it lasts all day without being too intrusive. Luna Rossa - thank you for 11 wonderful years. You're all a man could ever wish for.

Hard to say anything wrong about this one , it is my all time favorite fragrance ! Its like i can not live without it , i always come back to this scent . I love almost the whole luna rossa line but this have a special place in my heart. Very nice soapy , minty ,fresh scent ,Love it . Sadly longevity its not the best but always got compliment when i wear this . Its my signature scent ,most of the time i wore this ,somethimes even when i go to sleep i spray a bit on my wrist to have a good dream 😅 You can wear this anytime,any situation . For me its giving his best when i work (aircondicional shopfloor) my coworkers love it as well. 10/10 Back with an update . I just purchased a nee batch (with new bottle the skinny one) They changed something sadly :/ its not that sophisticated as it was , its a bit sharp with citrus and the drydown its just missing something the older batches is was so nicd soapy creamy ,the new is missing that :/ its sad ..

Many people tend to rate this one a bit lower due to a lack of complexity to satisfy their needs. I feel that we should judge a fragrance by its purpose and how well it executes it. This is a no-brainer pick-and-go fragrance, something fresh and alluring that makes people genuinely complement you. I use this all through summer and spring sometimes fall too, mostly mornings. The reason I like this the most is because it's inviting, especially in university, its not cloying, its not harsh to the nose, and everytime I sit next to anyone they say wow you smell amazing (Its meant for close proximity tasks (around 2 forearm lengths away), if I'm in a work meeting, or at uni, people compliment that its not overpowering and headache-inducing. I rate this a 9/10. It is deducted a point due to its market price, around $139 AU for 100ml, which is OK. I feel like the Fragrantica rating should be 4.20 to 4.30.

I sampled this and immediately loved the warm and clean freshness... Wonderfully aromatic, lavender and citrus does not jump at you but more so mixes softly with the mint and musk. I spritzed it all over myself, unbeknownst to me this was intended for men, until a few moments later. There was something so sensual and fervent in the powdery notes, I'd sniff and feel a slight flush from the blood rushing to my cheeks that made me feel so free and powerful... "I think this is for men... I love it." I think of a sophisticated and charming gentleman with a youthful free spirit. Like the kind of man who has not yet been hardened by spice (or something like that). Very pleasant and comforting. Peaceful. To me, there is something that slightly resembles insecticide, but in a really nice inoffensive kind of way. Not a feminine beauty, but not a dominating beast.

I always check Fragrantica for reviews but have never had much to say. I created an account just to review this scent. I’ve been a fan of luna rossa sport for years but hadn’t smelled the og until earlier this year. Had I read the reviews before smelling this I probably would’ve never gone out of my way for it. Boy am I glad that’s not the case. This has been my daily frag for over 7 months now as I just can’t stop enjoying the clean, casual and easy-going vibes this fragrance gives. I bought up 4 bottles of it on deep discount when Ulta still carried it. I’m usually a fan of spicer/warmer frags (ysl l’homme edp, spicebomb, etc) but this hits different in all the right ways. It has helped me lean into my ideal clean boy aura while still embracing my casual, fun side. Makes me feel like I am squeaky clean and sexy. Bummer it’s gotten harder to find.

Beat the heat banger. Prada is the only family who can nail a fragrance like this one. Oddly I just recently picked this one up. Released in 2012 and its now 2025. Ive overlooked this one for many years and I regret it. This is a very nice scent that is spray n go ready with a charge. The scent is very fresh and clean. It smells like a man that is minty clean, intelligent, and knows what he wants and goes after it. Very good choice for pretty much any time of year except for very cold days. I blind bought a 5.1 oz bottle because I was that confident that this one would be a great pickup and I was right. To me, this one is perfect for work no matter what type of work you do. This one is also good for nights and just lounging. Very versatile banger right here. Highly recommend if you want a minty fresh fragrance for work or just daily activities.

This what I love about Prada and why I place them toward the upper end of designers. The motto "the cleaner the man the sexier" embodies Prada and Italian style perfumery. Ofcourse people will view this as basic but it's supposed to be. What I respect most about Prada is how they have mastered the soapy clean fragrances and don't tend to change lanes. Even when they do a warmer sweeter scent it's still wrapped in cleaness. This one is a perfect example. It kind of reminds me of Prada amber with some citruses and mint. I love the lavender citrus combo. Into the mid you pick up the mint. Dry down its just a little musky and clean. I do feel the citrus persists a bit giving it a slightly watery touch. It's impossible to offend someone with this. This is still a great option from the Luna Rossa line.

I'm late to the party on this one but glad to have arrived. It's been called "basic, plain" and "boring," but I can't agree with that. It's a great scent that develops beautifully throughout the wear. Interestingly, I happened to put on Code Parfum yesterday, and I'm glad to see it's on the list of simliar scents, as I immediately thought "This is like a minty Code Parfum." Later, it smells like it has some violet in there, but it's not listed in the notes... To me, it slowly transitions from being a minty Code Parfum in the opening hour to something similar to Mercedes Benz Intense. Since I love both of those scent profiles, this one is a big win in my book. It's a clean, all-year, daily wear frag that doesn't get the love of its younger siblings but can still hang with them. Don't sleep on it.

@kiiz Thank you for the tip. I LOVE Luna Rossa, and after running out of my bottle that I purchased some time ago, I bought a new one, and something was missing - it just didn't have the depth of the OG. And it is such a gorgeous scent, a true lavender bomb like no other. I can only guess it's been reformulated, so I found an older bottle on eBay. And indeed, it smells better, more depth, and more longevity. That isn't going to be a very realistic option going forward, so I am going to check out that Maison Violet Rivage - ordered a sample today. That being said, the new formulation is still very nice, and still a fragrance I would recommend. Not sure if it's a safe blind buy though. I would recommend getting a decant first, as I do with ALL scents, even the cheapies.

Luna Rossa is a fragrance that I like more every day, although I will confess that the first time I tried it, it did not attract attention. Although it is classified as aromatic citrus, for me it is almost an aromatic fougere. The first few minutes are citrusy and clean, with that style typical of Prada fragrances, but later it becomes more aromatic with lavender, mint and a soapy base. Luna Rossa is very versatile, perfect for almost any situation. This fragrance is underrated and in the shadow of L'Homme, which is also good, but not as good as Luna Rossa. Its development is rare, because sometimes it seems that you do not bring fragrance and suddenly it returns. Also, it works for me with very good longevity. This is one of my favorites fragrances.

Nose Note #570 This checks all of my boxes. This is almost everything I'm looking for in a mens perfume. It's very aromatic, light, slightly sweet, somewhat watery. The note of lavender is one of my favourite and this is just some majestic slightly minty lavender. My only problem is that the performance is just average, maybe slightly better. I think some people may not find anything outstanding here. It's a simple perfume, but it's very soft, very smooth, just very beautiful to me. "Beautiful" is a good word to describe how I feel about it. Just makes to happy when I wear it. To me it feels like status. There is "heavy" status, and there's this - a billionare on vacation kind of status. 9.5/10, I didn't expect to like it so much