Zenith

So, you can't fully rely on people who can't spell the word 'synthetic'. But all jokes aside, let's talk about this perfume. I got it from someone who didn't like it, so I can't fully describe how it smelled freshly opened. When I got it, it didn't smell much like the notes listed; however, it did smell like the notes listed for Queening (which I have never tried). I did get that leathery accord, which to me smelled more like saffron, as it does tend to have a leathery or metallic scent. And I loved it even like that, as I love saffron and it felt different and niche. I have had it for over a week now and I have worn it several times. The leathery accord is gone, but the wood is more prominent. It has become softer and rounder; I didn't pick up any powdery notes before, but I clearly do now. It's not like baby powder; it just makes it very light and airy. I don't pick up the coconut note, though it has an exotic feel to it. Not like you're tanning on the beach, but more like a summer day vibe. The vanilla is the star of the show, on a creamy, woody, and powdery-airy base. Still niche leaning. The longevity and sillage seem a bit weaker. However, I have worn it while going running, and days later, I clearly picked up the smell on the hoodie. So, it's likely just a 'nose-blinding' fragrance. It's still not 'beast mode', but for an airy, clean vanilla, it's exactly what it's supposed to be. I mentioned I wore it for running. I think it's a perfectly versatile fragrance. It can be used for sports, for special occasions, and as a signature scent as well. It can be used all year round; it's a simple yet complex fragrance, so easy to reach for. And I'm no influencer, just a perfume enthusiast, so this is my honest opinion. It's a unique fragrance. 9.3/10

I feel bad for those who smell something "off" about this or "don't like it", because this is EXTREMELY close to its inspiration, Queening. I have the OG, Dua's version, and now this one. It isn't an exact 1:1 and if you think any inspired by/dupe is going to be 1:1, then you really need to have more realistic expectations. That being said: I love Queening and unlike other's experiences, it lasts very well on my skin and forever on my clothes. (Maybe my nose is just hypersensitive?) But the retail price for some is just not within reach. Up until Riif's release, Dua's was (and still is) an excellent inspiration of Queening at a better price point than the OG and with better longevity and to my nose, just a tad sweeter. The price point (especially during any weekend sale) is not bad, but for you oversprayers, I get that 34 mls just isn't enough. Enter Riiffs new release, Zenith, and now you have an inspired by that is SUPER close, at a great price point, and comes in a whopping 100ml heavy, fairly classy looking bottle (for an ME) with a nice atomizer at around the $40 mark. Additionally, the performance (for me) is just as good as the OG if not better. (I think Dua still wins in this department). Had this been released in '25, it easily could have been a top fragrance in its category and will give any ME releases of 2026 a run for the money. And personally, I love that they have made such a beautiful scent profile accessible to those who may just not have the funds for the OG right now.

Ok so keep in mind that my bottle was manufactured just last month. It has already gotten better within the week I've had it, so I do have high hopes for it. When first sprayed it's a light vanilla on top of something like men's shaving cream. I know it sounds weird but it's not actually as bad as it sounds. After a half hour I thought it completely disappeared until I started getting whiff of this heavenly vanilla. I couldn't remember wtf it was because I have the memory of a goldfish. I just kept getting wafts of gorgeous vanilla, and then I remembered I had sprayed Zenith. When I put my nose right up to my wrist I got that beautiful vanilla on top of something almost smoky, but in the air all I was getting was the vanilla. This stuff lasted quite a long time, at least 8 hours but the sillage was within arms length. I do think this will mature beautifully and I cannot friggin wait! However if you're light on funds I would wait until these babies have had a chance to mature. Its a very new release so figuring out what it's gonna be is a gamble at this moment. It's looking good and it does remind me of Queening at this point though. Fingers crossed!

I recently got my hands on the new Zenith by RiiFFS. This is an amazing vanilla fragrance, As a Fragrance collector, I have moved from overly sweet fragrances because lately, I started getting headaches when Fragrances have a heavy vanilla note. I was worried when I saw the note breakdown for Zenith. However, This fragrance is AMAZING! Yes, It is heavy on the vanilla note BUT it is not overpowering. This fragrance starts with a creamy vanilla note and slowly dries down to a powdery vanilla and a woody base. The fragrance is pleasantly strong. I don’t know how RiiFFS managed to make a Vanilla Heavy fragrance super balanced. It is sweet, creamy, Slightly fruity and powdery. I love this fragrance and this is an amazing special occasion fragrance. It lasts for around 8-9 hours on my skin with a loud projection and a beautiful sillage. A 10 out of 10 from RiiFFS. Is it a perfect clone of Queening by MindGames? It is 90% similar and I am very happy with this purchase!

I am so surprised by this fragrance- bought it a while ago had a few sprays thought nah- just like all other vanilla fragrances that I’m sort of nose blind to. Came back to it after 6weeks and retested. At first I didn’t get much and was going to resell on eBay, but after a while I kept getting this beautiful smell, I had different fragrances on, a spray on each wrist and one on each shoulder but this one sprayed on my left shoulder overpowered the others. Wow, this is stunning- I can actually smell vanilla which is amazing for me as I just never found a vanilla fragrances I could actually smell after a minute or two. It’s creamy sweet and expensive smelling, I can still smell this on my shoulder the next day. I am actually very impressed- instead of selling it I’ve just ordered a second bottle. Never smelled Queening from Mind games so cannot compare.