Naughty Alice

I finally bought this delight after a swap that just didn't pan out. I figured it is worth paying $24 plus free shipping on eBay rather than sacrificing the more expensive bottle that was being requested. Anyway. Bygones. I didn't expect too much from this, I figured it would be light and inoffensive, but I love all of the notes so I hoped I would be pleasantly surprised. What did surprise me was that I really do smell the ylang ylang right off the bat, I really wasn't expecting to for some reason! For this reason, I was happy immediately. Next came, of course, the Violet and musk. My cute little mutt of a lap dog is named Violet---need I say more? I love Violet (and my Violet) so so much, especially when done well (Guerlain Insolence Eau Glacee is a prime example) and it is done well here. The musk is swee enough to meld with two flowers during this phase. And then, the soft rose makes her appearance just at the end of middle notes and into the dry down. It adds interest and depth without being distracting. I have to say, I do like this. I would call it "cute." It is light and airy and very unassuming, and yet the addition of the ylang (my overall fave note) makes it more special and unique. It sets it apart from a traditional musk, if ever there was one. I agree the name is off. This is nowhere near naughty. There is no skank, no indoles, no raw edges. It's a pleasant and sweet cutie pie of a scent, innocent even. That doesn't bother me per se, but beware, it is misleading. And to finish, my complaint is: this does not last long on me at all. I am beginning to hope it's because I'm trying it in impossible weather- 90*F and 99% humidity. That is a tough match for many scents. So I will hope very much that it lasts longer come cooler weather, though I don't wish to say goodbye to summer just yet! I'll keep this for a little treat to pick my spirits up when the leaves turn colors and my mood begins to prepare for harsh winter ahead. I think it will sparkle then, for so many reasons. Bottle: 10/10 (totes adorbs) Sillage: 7/10 Longevity: 5/10 (in summer heat) Scent: 9/10 Overall: 7/10 ps, of all the reviews I've written, I'd never guess to be so thorough on this scent! I wonder if it's a message to myself that I like it more than I think I do!

When I first sprayed this, it was not what I expected at all. I was expecting that violet/rose smell you get from Kenzo Flower, Bulgari Femme, or FM Lipstick Rose. The initial blast is sour rose comparable to the tartness of a green apple, which I did not like. I love rose, but I don’t like smelling sour or tart. I was relieved that the tartness subsides when it's dry, and gradually dies off completely after 30 minutes, allowing the powdery violet and sweet musk to come to the forefront. The variety of musk in this perfume is basically just synthetic amber like the kind in VS Amber Romance. The base has a vanillary sweetness that is warm and comforting. Combined with the powdery violet, it feels like a naughty little white fluffy kitten booping you on the nose. As the day goes on, the ambery musk wanes, and the powdery violet scent stands out more. I think because of the Kenzo Flower references, I was expecting not only a different rose note, but a bit more violet to be in this, though I do think it is the dominant note, I think the musk is the dominant note in the earlier phases of this perfume. I would recommend this to people that are fans of violet and amber. The final phase of this scent smells very much like tonka to my nose. This is after 8 hours when there’s nothing much left but a skin scent. Overall, it is powdery, and I guess I could maybe see someone making a baby powder that smells similar to this, but it doesn’t actually smell anything like any baby powder I have ever smelled before, so I don’t think it is a great description. Also, to anyone worried about the comments that this is a boring baby powder fragrance, I was complimented by someone who said it was a very interesting fragrance yesterday. I think the problem is that people were expecting something with a freakish or femme fatale vibe. I personally don’t get a ton of sillage from this, but I don’t mind. I tend to like to keep my perfumes to myself. Overall I really love this, and find it so comforting. I can’t stop smelling myself!

I recently tried this whilst browsing a department store, 1st spray is nothing special, delightful bottle really playful and suits its name, after walking around the store for 20 mins I could smell a gorgeous powdery scent with a dab of floral, a hint of sweets!! A dusting of woody musk!! Not a " bang in your face" scent but whimsical enough to make you want to keep sniffing!! Rather expensive here in the uk but worth every penny, this perfume should not have a lasting scent as its quite subtle but surprisingly it holds it own and I can smell it on my top hours later, I simply adore it from its naughty name to the cheeky bottle, its well worth a purchase as it should hold appeal to both gourmet/ floral lovers, I definatly prefer this to flirty/ cheeky Alice simply as this ( to me anyway!!) has a more babyish sweety smell and I love candyish perfumes, don't be mistaken tho!! This is a much more refined , expensive take on a " sweetish" scent , 10/10, its a winner, hope it isn't discontinued any time soon !! Xx

The last time I smelled this perfume was back in 2011. Today I sniffed it again and the memories came flooding back to a happier and more serene time in my life. Somehow it smells more gentler than I remember, more innocent too. It's softly sweet for sure. The ylang-ylang and violet are the stars of this fragrance and exudes a summery feel which is very chirpy and lively. The powdery notes gives Naughty Alice some backbone, sensuality and mystique. When I smell this perfume, I picture a forest nymph in a white flowing dress, picking petals as she dips her feet into the lukewarm river. She has long auburn hair and on top sits a flower crown made of leaves, roses and daffodils. I do feel like the name of this perfume is somewhat misplaced. Personally I would have named it something like 'Woodland Alice', 'Fairytale Alice', or even 'Earthy Alice'. Overall I adore this one. It's soft, ethereal and aquatic with a dreamy woodland aura. All the notes seem to blend very well together. Perfect for a spring/summer day.

First, *applause* to BelleofRivende! Secondly, this is an update to a prior review. This, for me at least, is a TOTALLY cooler weather/body fragrance! My first review was in August. And, although I was in AC, this came off very badly on me and to my nose...thus the negative review. BUT! Tonight I had the windows open (late October) and the temperature outside is currently 62F. Before I put it in the "sell" box, I gave her one last chance. DIVINE! Such a TOTAL turn around from the warmer temperatures. Well, after swooning over it for about a half hour, my dog wanted to take her "before bedtime" walk around the complex. Although it was 62F out with a nice, cool breeze....my body temperature rose enough to change Naughty Alice back to what I disliked before the retest. So. I suggest not giving up on this one before trying it in significantly different temperatures. This is Autumn. I cannot WAIT to see how she changes in WINTER!!