LUCA

This one is really, really addictive. I was initially pretty indifferent to it, but every time I wear it I find myself loving it more and more. The top is mostly peppery. The citrus from the bergamot and elemi is definitely there, but it just adds a bit of sparkle rather than being front and center. That being said, this scent smells mostly of woods and musks. Feels like the Ambrox Super is doing a lot of the heavy lifting; kind of synthetic but not in a bad way. It blends so nicely with the woods and moss in this, it's pleasantly woody itself. Definitely great year round. The scent, by nature of the musk and citrus notes, mixes really well with sweat. On the other hand, it's woody and warm enough to be great for fall and winter. It's got pretty good longevity, lasts me a little over half a day and it's projecting for most of that time.

Absolutely fell in love with this scent when I had the chance to try it in Paris. It is a subtle scent, but one that reappears and makes itself known throughout the day. It feels very sophisticated, and holds a perfect balance of all my favourite notes: the cedar and musk develops beautifully on the skin, while the black pepper and the citrus just instantly draws you in with its incense-like quality. Yet it's never heavy, cloying or too "sharp", and doesn't become too tiring to wear.

Bought the TLY discovery set and really enjoyed Luca and Sala. I purchased a full size of this one. I then sampled DS&D’s IDKW and like others have said it’s very similar, though, to me, Luca is less musky, a little bit drier, and more unique. Unfortunately this lasts maybe 2 hours as a skin scent. And for the price, it really isn’t worth it. I even bought a fragrance extender hoping it might increase longevity to no avail.

I don’t like musk scents and was pleasantly surprised by the gentleness of Luca (even though I always sneeze after the first spray). Most spicy male scents burn your nose and are headache inducing, but Luca was light and peppery like an earthy soup. For me, the scent evokes memories of a gentle sweat after kneading bread. The price for 10mL felt a little abysmal though.

Smells sexy, fresh and musky. It's spicy but in a fresh way, like you have just been out in the cold air wearing your denim jacket. It's definitely a skin-scent that gives a little extra without being too overpowering. I will say that after an hour of wearing it I get nose blind, because it blends in so naturally but on others I can smell it.