Hypnotic Amber

I'm sorry but this is infinitely better in quality, scent profile and performance than SWY Intensely and that's comparing it to the older, much richer, better performing and stronger projecting formulation with the toffee in the base that the new one just completely nixed out of the base. And it's all the worse for it. But all that aside, this stuff blows away the old, good stuff and I say it's a very large margin better than it was. The suede note added to the base smooths out what was just an overly syrupy profile in the older version of SWY Intensely and that's why I ended up getting rid of mine and enjoying the others in the line. But then there's the way the aromatic juniper accord is paired with an airy, fluffy iris and it's just an unbelievably breathtaking fragrance that has been executed to almost utter perfection and honestly I prefer it over any of the SWY's from Armani even if you include the Middle Eastern exclusive editions. Not to mention that the performance of this stuff is stronger than all of them other than possibly SWY Oud and even then it probably still edges out the Armani both in projection and longevity. I see that this brand only has one other fragrance and it's supposed to be close to Bleu de Chanel Eau De Parfum, and though I usually prefer the pure parfum version of BDC, I'm definitely going to be getting my hands on Xeena's Imperial Blue because they have just completely surprised me with the quality of the ingredients and the presentation is very nice as well. I'd expect to be seeing more from Xeena in the future!!!

Absolute monster. It's definitely very reminiscent to SWYI,not that its 100% the same or anything, it is trying to do it's own thing with the DNA. I can't quite pick out what the biggest change is, but i think cphideout did a pretty good job describing some of the differences. I actually prefer the smell of this over SWYI but you wouldn't be wrong for choosing either of them. It's so spicy in the best way, and I think I can actually pick out some more green nuances unlike in SWYI. Also although Iris is listed as a note, it is nowhere near the forefront of the scent.. The performance is very, very strong, tons of projection and longevity, I was smelling this nonstop as I walked around throughout the day, and it's just so lovely and addictive. While it may seem like it is a bit of a hard sell considering the price, and how you can pick up a bottle of SWYI for around $30 give or take more off of discounters, I have to say the quality of the fragrance is far above and beyond the price, and $60 is still a great value for this. I could easily see some niche brand slapping this same fragrance into one of their bottles and charging over 200 bucks for it. Even now, but especially if it comes down in price over time, this a must buy, or at least a must try. My only minor complaint is that while the actual bottle is nice and weighted with a solid feeling plate on the front, the cap is pretty hollow and cheap plastic feeling. But hey I still think its totally acceptable for the price and at the end of the day the juice inside is what matters.

I absolutely love this. I just received it 2 days ago. I also had a decant of SWY-I and they are close. Close enough to not miss anything and honestly, I think I like this better than SWY-I. SWY-I seems a little smokier so this is a little lighter which makes it a bit more versatile. This honestly may become my signature scent, Ill just spray light in the summer. It also definitely lasts longer than SWY-I. On initial spray however Hypnotic Amber is almost pure alcohol but goes away after about 30 seconds. I'm thinking that will probably go away after some maceration. You will not be missing anything if you get this instead of SWY.

Only a short time with it and I love it. A mixup and this was sent instead of Imperial Blue but I’m so happy for it. Smells a little boozy at first but that quickly fades into roasted chestnut and a little bit of cinnamon. Then spun sugar and toffee and vanilla show up through the dry down that becomes a lovely edible suede cookie. Fresh cardamom projects throughout and makes this somehow both amber/edible and also super fresh + clean. Underrated scent, blind buy worthy at $60 for sure. Beastmode performance, projects decently, gourmand & fresh at the same time. A winner. Shoutout to Aromatix/Neeb

Projects at least 2x stronger than the original SWYI, and lasts longer as well. 14+ hours on my skin. I’m predicting Beastmode when it macerates. Accuracy is 98%. Also, will somebody please add Zaib Campfire to Fragrantica? It’s the only other SWYI clone that compares. I’d add it myself if I could.

Cphideout is accurate. I would say it's 85-90% close. 3-4 hours of projection with 8-9 hours of longevity. Has a little fruityness and is less vanillic compared to SWY. This is definitely stronger. I prefer this one, it's cost less and smells better and last longer.(1 month of Maseration) 9.4/10

I wish someone would explain to me why this isn't getting hyped to the heavens by the influencers on youtube (aside from Neeb at Aromatix). If you're a fan of "Stronger with You Intensely", this actually a better option. It is a high quality fragrance and should be on everyone's "MUST TRY" list.

Absolutely incredible! Or I guess I should say Intensely incredible. This is honestly the best clone I've ever purchased. It may be just a hint fresher than the OG, but I really can't discern much of a difference, and I own both. Very very safe blind buy (If you like SWYI).

Aromatix neeb speaks very highly of this fragrance. So I decided to get it. The performance IS NOT nuclear. Smells super gourmandy and very close to swyi but longevity is lacking. Lasts about 6-8 hours and turns into skin scent after 7 hours.

Love this stuff. It's stronger with you at a cheaper price. It lasts a very long time, and the sillage is great. A very good winter or date night fragrance.

Delicious all around fragrance. Nice and sweet. Last long enough around 8 hours. Great projection. Just the right kick. Cant ask for more.

Performance is crazy right out of the box

@pranav is precise on the description

Beast mode. It's a twist, the suede note is very prominent from the top which makes this quite different from SWY Intensely. It completely lacks the booziness and goes in a different direction with the Suede. Around 80% similar, definitely NOT a direct clone. This is like a drier version of the original with the booziness removed. So basically eliminate the best features of SWY Intensely and turned into beast mode. I prefer the original in terms of the scent but this has beast mode longevity & performance. Way stronger than the original which is quite weak & disappointing. Original does smell better though :)

My previous review breaks down the smell. I rarely use this cologne, I usually grab SWYI over this but I'm not a fan of the dna. If you want massive compliments with this, pair this with Liquid Brun or Mercedes Club Black, this is a very dry version of SWYI and Liquid Brun/Mercedes Club Black balance that out really well.

Does this have a very very realistic toffee scent like in the dry-down of SWYI? I want that toffee scent so badly and I hear that new SWYI batches apparently don't have it anymore.

This joint smells like Spicebomb edt and Gentlemen society extreme.