Chrome by Azzaro

Tested it in the 200ml bottle for two years. It’s ideal for daytime wear and works year-round, though in winter I might prefer something warmer; it’s not out of place. I loved it at first, but over time I got a bit tired of it, especially that metallic, harsh opening. Beyond that, it smells clean and serious; no one will think it’s a bad scent. The best part is the herbal dry-down, but unfortunately, it’s only noticeable up close; its greatest virtue is personal pleasure since it projects nothing after two hours. Scent 7/10 (dry-down 8.5/10, up close only). Sillage 4/10 (projects max 40 mins). Longevity 6/10 (after the second hour, up close only, lasts 6-7 hours but barely perceptible).

Excellent alternative for a daily freshie; my favorite in the Chrome line. Its citrus side reminds me of the legendary Calvin Klein One, but with a herbal twist that makes it totally masculine and a tiny hint of pineapple sweetness. In my opinion, it’s timeless, versatile, and easy to wear. It’s an underrated fragrance that evokes energy and cleanliness; its weak point is longevity, but understandable for a citrus. It’s affordable, and reapplying doesn’t hurt the wallet too much.

It was my first and only perfume for a long time, a little 30ml bottle, haha, ideal for me since I live in a tropical country where blues and fresh scents shine, and this is one of them. It’s fresh, smells great, and slightly sweet, a sweetness that doesn’t cloy, quite refreshing. Longevity is very good, but I feel you need about 8 sprays for it to be noticeable and last; if you use only 3, you won’t even perceive it. Recently I found a deal: 200ml + 10ml decant for under $50. I’m going to use it a lot. Scent 8.5/10. Projection 7.5/10 (with 10 sprays, 8.5/10). Longevity 8/10. Price 8/10.

Good fragrance, definitely my daily office option. It’s not as long-lasting but it fulfills its function and is my favorite of all the flankers. Box: light cardboard, normal design, good color range but nothing extraordinary. 7/10. Bottle: Not entirely to my liking; it looks very clean, which gives it points, but at the same time feels fragile; the 200ml version looks like a fishbowl with a lid. 6/10. Atomizer: Imprecise; you have to aim carefully because it moves with every spray. 6/10. Price: Average; I got it in Mexico for $45, it’s an Azzaro but doesn’t have the performance of the Wanted line, and anyway, Arab fragrances are still cheaper and longer-lasting. 7/10. Longevity: About 3 to 4 hours with decent projection; it serves exclusively for those office mornings; by lunchtime it’s not noticeable unless someone gets close, but it’s good since I use this in the morning, and being not long-lasting, there’s an opportunity to apply a different one for the night without mixing scents. It fulfills its function. 7/10. Sillage: Limited but not bad, adequate, and yes, it’s noticeable; you need to apply at least 7 sprays well distributed (2 neck, 1 nape, 2 chest, 1 each arm). 8/10. Compliments: Here I was surprised; I always get compliments, and in my opinion, it is indeed the best scent for the office, but when I receive good comments, I feel like I don’t smell anymore, so it speaks well of its sillage. 9/10. Final score 7.1/10. Conclusion: Excellent for daily office wear, morning-focused; you don’t have to wait long, but it performs very satisfactorily.

Just acquired it. The scent seems interesting to me, certainly versatile as several have opined. It seems very mass-market and somewhat vintage; mind you, I don’t think it’s common; on the contrary, I believe the neroli and jasmine give it a sophisticated touch. Someone wrote that it has too much citrus; I agree; for now, it hasn’t bothered me… and I hope it doesn’t. For warm climates, definitely, it’s an excellent option. Longevity, at least on me, is moderate with discreet but olfactory projection. I’ll keep testing it. If I feel it’s necessary, I’ll update. By the way, for me, it’s a mix between CK One and Davidoff Cool Water. Greetings.

I tried all the Chrome flankers—Aqua, Eau de Parfum, Pure, United—and wow, they’re all great. But in terms of scent, the original Chrome remains the king with that perfect aquatic, metallic, clean, and refreshing vibe for summer afternoons.

Along with Chrome Aqua, these are the best in the entire line.

A true marvel for heat and summer. I wore it all summer and couldn’t stop getting compliments from my partner and anyone who got close. I even wore it to the beach under the sun, and it’s excellent. It’s very citrusy, clean, and fresh. That said, it doesn’t last long; you have to over-spray to make it stick. On my skin, it lasts about 4 hours, but if you drench yourself, it can reach 5 or 6. For the price, it’s a top pick for everyday summer wear.

The opening smells like CK One, but the dry down smells like chamomile tea with milk.

I owned it and didn’t like it much; it seemed like a copy of something. It’s not bad, but I just didn’t find any charm in it.

The moment I put it on, it smelled like CK One, but Chrome lasts twice as long—about 5 to 6 hours. It’s a common fragrance, pleasant and with character.

I’m just getting into perfumes. At first, it reminds me a lot of Nautica Voyage, but then it changes and smells like soap (I prefer Nautica). I wore it this summer; it’s very fresh but doesn’t last long. I have to spray it 10 times to make it last 5-6 hours and be noticeable. I’ve gotten compliments, which surprised me, haha.

I don’t know who copied whom, but it’s exactly like the Sportman deodorant by Antonio Puig.

Pure quality: maximum freshness, with that metallic and citrus touch you’re looking for. It projects strongly for the first 2-3 hours and lasts about 7. If you put it on your clothes, it goes off the charts. It’s worth more than its price and ideal for the office.

Great men’s fragrance and rich. The citrus and marine notes last all day, leaving a clean and fresh scent perfect for hot days. The downside is it barely lasts 2 hours and the trail is weak; maybe it’s the current batch, because 7 years ago it wasn’t like this. For the price, it’s no big deal and you can reapply without fear. I highly recommend the Chrome line for all ages.