Perfume Stash — 10 Perfume Recommendation (REVIEWS)
I love perfume. We all do, right? My favourite notes are white florals (especially jasmine), amber, musk, aquatic —something soft and fresh, or something deep, elegant, and mysterious. I used to dislike sweet notes at all, but I’ve been experimenting with a little bit of sweetness in my stash recently and I’m not mad at it! I just have to keep it mild. I once accidentally bought a vanilla body mist from a local brand and had no idea that the vanilla was that strong. I ended up couldn’t stand being near it so I had to throw it right away (sorry!). I also don’t really like the mixture of citrus or fruity scent with sweet notes like Salvatore Ferragamo Incanto something.
I have 10 perfumes in my stash now and I’m going to give short reviews for you guys! I’m not going to input the price because prices may vary, you better check on the place you want to buy. By the way, I’m so sorry that I forgot to include my Lush solid perfume in the picture (of course I have to forget something!!!), but I will include it in the list below. If you want to see the packaging or more detailed review of it, you can click the link provided below (on the perfume name) to send you to my post on it (also available for Miniso Warm Earth!).
DISCLAIMER: I’m going to put the dupes info (only if it’s available) based on web research, not my personal opinion.
Bvlgari Jasmin Noir EDP
Where to buy: Buy it offline at C&F stores, also available online at online stores or e-commerce
Notes:
Top: gardenia & green notes
Mid: almond & jasmine sambac
Base: tonka bean, liquorice, amber, patchouli, musk, precious woods (source: Fragrantica)
Sillage & Longevity:
Moderate to heavy sillage
Long-lasting longevity
Pros:
+ smells like a rich woman baby (elegant and classy)
+ a balsamic and woody scent
+ longlasting
+ elegant packaging
Cons:
- can’t really smell the jasmine… but I’m okay with it
Overall rating: 5/5
La Rive In Woman EDP
Dupe for Giorgio Armani Si
Where to buy: I heard they are available at Matahari Department Store if you want to buy it offline. Official online store of La Rive is available at Zalora, but available online at other online stores or e-commerce
Notes:
Top: blackcurrant leaf
Mid: freesia, rose de mai
Base: vanilla, patchouli, ambroxan, woody notes (source: Fragrantica)
Sillage & Longevity:
Moderate sillage
Moderate longevity
Pros:
+ a sweet rose scent
+ the sweet note is not too strong
+ affordable
+ available in two sizes
Cons:
- it’d be better if it was more long-lasting, even though I’m okay with it
- limited offline store option
Overall rating: 4.5/5
Where to buy: Buy it offline at Lush stores if you’re overseas, also available online at online stores or e-commerce
Notes:
Jasmine, ylang-ylang, sandalwood, vanilla, rose
Sillage & Longevity:
Soft sillage
Weak to moderate longevity
Pros:
+ it has a strong jasmine scent combined with rose, ylang-ylang, and subtle sandalwood with a hint of sweetness
+ compact size packaging, easy to carry
+ even though it’s a solid perfume but it doesn’t dry easily
Cons:
- soft sillage and weak to moderate longevity
- quite pricey for its sillage and longevity
Overall rating: 3.5/5
Miniso Athena’s Legacy EDT
Dupe for Flower by Kenzo
Where to buy: Buy it offline at Miniso stores, also available online at online stores or e-commerce
Notes:
Top: bergamot, mandarin, aldehydes, pink peppercorn
Mid: carnation, jasmine, rose, ylang-ylang
Base: iris/violet, dry amber, sandalwood, musk
Sillage & Longevity:
Moderate to almost heavy sillage
Moderate to long-lasting longevity
Pros:
+ a fruity-floral fresh scent with a hint of sweetness when it dries
+ great sillage
+ affordable
Cons:
- it’d be better (for me, personally) if the scent is a little bit softer (or less fruity, maybe)
- the packaging is slightly too big for me
Overall rating: 4/5
Miniso Blooming Bouquet EDP
Where to buy: Buy it offline at Miniso stores, also available online at online stores or e-commerce
Notes:
I’m sorry I can’t find the notes on the internet, and I already threw the box, so…
Sillage & Longevity:
Soft sillage
Poor longevity
Pros:
+ white florals scent, very soft and pretty, love it
+ cute packaging comes with a box
Cons:
- Miniso’s EDT has better longevity than this EDP! :(
- the price is higher than other Miniso perfumes
Overall rating: 2/5 sorry!
Miniso Italy Bergamot EDT
Dupe for Jo Malone Amber & Lavender Cologne
Where to buy: Buy it offline at Miniso stores, also available online at online stores or e-commerce
Notes:
Top: bergamot, lavender/aromatic
Mid: geranium, patchouli
Base: vetiver, amber
Sillage & Longevity:
Moderate sillage
Moderate to long-lasting longevity
Pros:
+ an elegant, woody, spa-like scent
+ longlasting
+ compact & pretty packaging
+ affordable
Cons:
- I think Miniso always change their collection, so I’m not sure if it will always be available
Overall rating: 5/5
Dupe for The Body Shop Fijian Water Lotus (this is my personal opinion!)
Where to buy: Buy it offline at Miniso stores, also available online at online stores or e-commerce
Notes:
Top: bergamot, citrus/hesperides, nutmeg
Mid: marine/watery, woody
Base: musky
Sillage & Longevity:
Moderate to heavy sillage
Moderate longevity
Pros:
+ clean and fresh aquatic-citrusy scent
+ lasts long and spreads well
+ cute small and minimal packaging
+ affordable
Cons:
- I personally wish the citrusy scent to be a little bit milder
Overall rating: 4.5/5
Miniso Wild Strawberry EDT
Dupe for Jo Malone Wild Strawberry & Parsley
Where to buy: Buy it offline at Miniso stores, also available online at online stores or e-commerce
Notes:
Top: aromatic, red fruit/berry, green citrus/fresh
Mid: gardenia, freesia, orange blossom, violet
Base: musky, moss, cedarwood
Sillage & Longevity:
Soft sillage
Weak to moderate longevity
Pros:
+ a fresh fruity scent smells a little bit like kiwi (which is good for me!)
+ compact & pretty packaging
+ affordable
Cons:
- the longevity is not the best, I guess because the scent is quite soft
- I think Miniso always change their collection, so I’m not sure if it will always be available
Overall rating: 4.5/5
The Body Shop Black Musk Body Mist
Where to buy: Buy it offline at The Body Shop stores, also available online at online stores or e-commerce
Notes:
Top: bergamot, pear, pink pepper
Mid: heliotrope, ylang-ylang, liquorice
Base: black vanilla husk, black musk, patchouli, vetiver, chocolate (source: Fragrantica
Sillage & Longevity:
Moderate sillage
Moderate longevity
Pros:
+ a sweet and musky mysterious scent
+ smells like a calm and mature woman
+ longlasting
Cons:
I don’t think there’s any
Overall rating: 5/5
Victoria’s Secret Amber Romance Body Mist
Where to buy: Buy it offline at Victoria’s Secret stores, also available online at online stores or e-commerce
Notes:
Amber and crème anglaise
Sillage & Longevity:
Moderate to heavy sillage
Long-lasting longevity
Pros:
+ a soft sweet scent that is not too overwhelming
+ longlasting
+ a very nice spritzer
Cons:
- the bottle is too big
Overall rating: 5/5
Those are the perfumes in my stash at the moment! I have so many Miniso perfumes because they’re so cheap but the scents and longevity are actually great, it’s perfect for a student like me ;) What’s your favourite perfume(s) for daily? Give me recommendations, please!
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