Audace

With this masterpiece, I entered the fascinating world of artistic perfumery, undoubtedly unprepared and a bit too early for it. This is a fragrance that, not surprisingly, took me months to fully grasp, to appreciate the craftsmanship and nuances hidden behind its complexity. With only a few ingredients, perfectly balanced and celebrated, it creates a harmony of sensations that make it suitable for any space and moment. Formal and sensual, creamy and at times sweet, yet also deeply earthy, this perfume is a dance of diverse facets that intertwine and drift apart, blending in a subtle play of intensity. Each note is incredibly realistic and vivid, as if each ingredient possesses its own soul. It merges with the others, yet occasionally, one note emerges, radiant, only to fade and give way to another that, in turn, takes the spotlight. And so, as the fragrance evolves, it seems to tell an endless story, one that is both elegant and intimate. At its base, on my skin, remains a vetiver that is pure magic: creamy, earthy, and incredibly enveloping. To some, it might evoke the scent of wet earth, but for me, this vetiver has a different taste, a different meaning. It takes me back to childhood, when I would dig my hands into the soil, getting them dirty, then unknowingly touching my face. It’s a humid, subterranean scent, echoing among roots—a fragrance that seeps beneath the skin, becoming deeply moving, wrapping me in a warm embrace of forgotten memories and sensations. It’s a profound bond with the earth itself, with its mystery and strength—a fragrance that can be at times bold and sensual, at others nostalgic and dark. The Roman maison likely has no equal in the industry. Too often overlooked—and perhaps it’s better that way—it produces extraordinary works, crafted by anonymous artists who, in silence, create fragrances that have often anticipated mainstream trends by years. The quality-price ratio is excellent, considering the concentration of essential oils and the mastery that unites them.

I want to stress this comment because it applies to every fragrance from this house. It has to be the percentage of oil or something I feel like. These exceptional fragrances smell much better when applied like an oil compared to traditional spraying application. I cannot tell you why, but it makes a world of difference in multiple ways. I fell in love with this brand this way. These fragrances last forever! And they are so well done. It takes hours upon hours for the fragrance to unravel itself. Very natural. Very sexy. Audace in particular is one of my favorites. It's all about Vetiver even though there is star anise and Pepper. It is seductive in a very unique way. Very aromatic but not overly Green. I always ask the question: how does it make me feel? This determines if I am going to purchase a whole bottle. This fragrance makes me feel like I am reflecting by myself in a different world made of Green glass. The crisp air purifies me and nourishes the ground between my feet. I never want to leave.

When I first spray it I get a bright, earthy vetiver note that is fresh and invigorating. It has a purifying, meditative quality that I find very appealing. Soon after, a natural licorice accord appears, adding a sweet, anise-like quality that I adore. The licorice blends beautifully with the vetiver, creating a smooth, seductive scent. As Audace develops on my skin, the licorice and vetiver are joined by a warm, woody cedar note. The cedar grounds the scent and adds depth and complexity. The fragrance settles on a bed of sweet, powdery tonka bean, which adds a creamy, gourmand element that I find irresistible. I love that it manages to be both fresh and warm, bright and deep. The vetiver is definitely the star note, but the licorice, cedar, and tonka bean add layers of complexity that keep me coming back for more. It's a scent that I can wear year-round and in any situation, from a casual day at the office to a night out with friends.

I really really love this. An elegant signature and easily one of my favorite vetivers. I do go nose blind to it after a while but I've gotten compliments at least 8 hours into wearing. Any time, any occasion and all season except extream heat. Seems to elevate while adding an air of sophistication to your outfit and aura. Still it feels like it wouldn't be out of place worn more casually as well. I find the vetiver is present but not overpowering, still sharing the stage with the tonka and other notes giving Audace a powdery sweet character softer than many vetivers. While its profile is simple and linear, it does this with a level of refinement that makes it both understated and remarkable. Audace is a fragrance that knows what it is and is unbother by what it isn't. It has a calm self assurance that cannot be faked. Wearing Audace o feel compelled to cultivate and embody that same nature in myself. 10/10

I continued to be impressed with this house. While a particular fragrance may or may not be for you personally, there is no denying that Profumum Roma is quality. This number, Audace, has pleasing vetiver centric notes. A bit of fresh cedar is noticeable. Runs dry, soft and semi-sweet. It reminds me a bit of opening a container of baking flour in a way in that there is this dry semi-sweet earthy grain note. Maybe even fresh baked bread immediately out of the oven and you tear a piece off, at least a suggestion of this. It is starting to grow on me, I like it. Unisex neither male nor female. Not very strong seems to stay close to skin, more intimate. I would say great for fall daytime