Reem Acra Eau de Parfum

This is lovely. Yesterday afternoon, I tested Organic Glam Orange Blossom, which is aptly named - it is a soliflore; it brought Reem Acra to mind, which meant I needed to wear this today... On first spraying, there is a powerful and beautiful orange blossom scent; having tested OGOB immediately beforehand, I know I am not mis-smelling it. I am not picking up on any other flowers, though - certainly not lily of the valley, which I find very distinctive. Orange blossom is supported by a rich and creamy amber, smooth (not dirty) patchouli and gentle cedar. Although RA is spicy, I really can't smell ginger. Reem Acra bursts out of the bottle - you think it's going to have massive sillage, but it tames to a moderate throw very quickly. Longevity is 3-4 hours on my skin (which is dry and sucks up perfume) but is only 6 hours or so on clothing as well. I feel this is probably best suited to cooler temperatures - it's an autumn perfume. At the moment, it's surprisingly cheap - well worth the £30 or so GBP for 50ml (eBay) and at that price you can afford to reapply. Reem Acra smells as if it is made from high quality, natural ingredients. It's a real beauty and definitely safe to buy blind if you like warm orientals; I also think it's unisex.

This is unbelievably delicious! There really isn't much to review. It is straightforward, fairly linear, and absolutely perfect in its simplicity! The floral blooms, amber and pear mingle and make this divine orange blossom honey note. Ahhh! I feel like I can soak in this, like some sticky, Egyptian bath for its age rejuvenating properties, until my fingers prune. There is a slightly spicy warmth ruminating from the ginger, musk and patchouli, like sun-kissed rocks offer heat after a cold swim. A soapiness from lily of the valley and peony, with the brightness of bergamot and cedar, lift this rather heavy concoction emboldening an intermittent airiness and periods of chest expanding elation. There are no tricks here; no bizarre or unfamiliar ingredients. This scent doesn't try to fool you, or incite ambivalence regarding its validity or character. You won't have to wear it for months, and in different climates to know if you like it, or study books about its composition or structure. There won't be any stirring of the mind with postulations of the nature of its depth and potential, or what 'technique' put it all into being. No, not here. Here it is radiantly tangible. Here it simply is wonderful.

There is isn't much I can say about Reem Acra that hasn't been said already. Except to say that depending on the season, this scent has two distinct charecters.. I find in the summer, the orange blossom plays a major supporting role and takes the edge off the musk and patchouli which I do find chokes me slightly, getting up my nose in the winter and the scent becomes more bitter as opposed to its sweet, juicy, summer, self. Which is when I prefer to wear it the most, as it is far more rounded out and smooth around it's musky edges. It also leaves a subtle, sweet, spicy trail which is nice, as Reem doesn't shout, but rather she glides by, spun in gold spice and orange blssom, whispering just loud enough for those next to you to hear her. Also, Reem Acra does not last long on the skin but I have found, it does on clothes!!..And today, I've had more then 12hrs on my t-shirt.. Overall, I think Reem Acra is a lovely wildcard to add to my collection as it was a blind buy in a charity store and I took a gamble on it based on the price and I have not regretted it. Thanks Reem

I can't compare it to Armani Code as I've never tried that one...but I can say this scent is delicious and I can't believe it's taken me so long to buy a full bottle!! It opens with rich orange blossom and jasmine on me, but not too heady....it's sexy without being indolic or TOO much. I thankfully didn't get a huge amount of LOTV as that makes me sneeze, but just a lot of warm amber, jasmine, some patchouli (not very strong---the amber and jasmine are the stars here) ---and the drydown is amber and sweet musk. Not a lot of spiciness to it, which I think means I am not getting any ginger, but that's ok. This scent is sexy and cozy and can be found for a steal at TJ's and Marshalls (look for the gift sets!) Oh, and the bottle is gorgeous as well. :)

First of all thank you to my lovely swap partner for giving me the opportunity to try this lovely gem. This is a clone to Armani code. I've got them both here side by side and Reem has more potency but the scent is virtually the same. If you love Armani Code but were disappointed in the lasting power go for the Reem Acra. Last a really long time and shares virtually the exact same notes. Since I love Armani Code I of course and in love with Reem. A definite hit in my book very lovely, smooth, sexy, gentle and not overbearing. All around a gorgeous well done fragrance. The bottle is also extremely attractive and I would proudly display this on my vanity for all to see. Presentation +10 Fragrance 10 Lasting power 8-10