Muse

I am going to passionately disagree with the reviews that say this is exactly like Another 13... I really don't think it is. Sure, Muse is another take on an ambroxan fragrance, but this is very bright, sunny, and a little sharp to the nose. The solar accord is not something that is present in A13. It gives Muse a sparkly quality, sweetened slightly by florals, but not enough to make this seem round and cozy. This is a fragrance I would spray to wake up and feel invigorated by. It's clean (but not in a citrusy Lysol way) and little astringent. It's a tiny bit masculine leaning, but not enough to be unwearable by someone who is feminine leaning. A13 in contrast is soft, enveloping, woody, mossy, a teeny bit fruity in the top, all wrapped up in a nice package of aroma chemicals. It leans more "elevated dryer sheet" than Muse. If I want to cozy up with a fresh-out-of-the-dryer blanket on a cold grey day, I would pick A13. If I want to feel refreshed and sparkling clean in the heat of the summer, I'd pick Muse. Both very nice aroma chemical fragrances but they serve different purposes. 9/10

“Muse” is not just another ambroxan-based fragrance; it’s a nuanced take on the “your skin but better” theme. It distinguishes itself with subtle solar notes and floral accords that set it apart from its contemporaries. It exudes an inviting, cozy warmth that feels like a gentle hug. This scent is ambery sweet when layered, pairing exceptionally well with woody fragrances and complementing the amber found in many Oriental perfumes. The beauty of ambroxan lies in its chameleon-like quality, adapting to each wearer’s skin chemistry, offering a unique experience that is both personal and intriguing. Versatile and unassuming, “Muse” is the perfect backdrop for any occasion, be it a day at the office or a quiet moment of reflection. It’s a fragrance that invites closeness, a whisper of comfort that’s both a little sexy and a lot cozy. But heed a word of caution: “Muse” demands a light touch, for its charm lies in its subtlety. Overindulgence is not its way; instead, it thrives in the quiet confidence of just enough.

This is yet another perfume I seem to be anosmic to. I have just sprayed it on myself and I can't smell anything at all. Yesterday I tried Nomad for the first time and it was a different story - totally overpowering and intoxicating! Update: I have done a 180 degree turn in my opinion of this fragrance. I initially tried it during our winter and the scent literally vanished on my skin. I couldn't smell anything. However, as we have been enduring a horridly hot and humid summer on the east coast of Australia, I decided to give this another go. What a difference the weather makes! The powdery musk really stands out and is quite intoxicating. My daughter has fallen in love with it too and has begged me to buy her her own bottle. She is addicted to it, and wherever she goes a milky, musky trail follows... Definitely a warm weather fragrance.

Smells very warm, ambery, sweet and synthetic, when I first smelt it it reminded me of BR540, but somehow better? It smells synthetic in a likable way, where I can't put my finger down on anything specific but I can tell that I love it. Love wearing it after a shower as it smells very warm and clean, somehow like "my skin but better," and it does last a while. I can smell it the next morning, but faintly. It is musky but not in the way that smells like an unwashed person or smells too strong, the ambroxan is what I think makes this smell synthetic, but I love it. Might buy a full bottle or look for adjacent perfumes once I finish this 10mL.

Initially, I wasn't quite taken with Muse as it felt rather masculine when I first smelt it. However, my perception shifted the following morning when I woke up and could still catch it lingering in the air. It was strange at first because I would catch the scent and wonder where it was coming from then realised it was me. I reapplied after my shower and I found myself falling head over heels with the sparkling, airy, and crispness. It is like a beach holiday salty, sunny and fresh. Edit 8/12/23: I am just about to finish my bottle, I will be repurchasing.