Brutus by Orto Parisi

I’ve heard this before in other fragrances, obviously. It has that synthetic stamp that grates on me, probably due to excess ambroxan. It’s not a bad scent; the opening is citrusy with bitter, sharp combinations, energized by fresh spices that broaden it. From the start, that elevated ambroxan gives it an artificial vibe. Then it drifts into an earthy, woody patchouli—no chocolate—and it works well. In the mid and dry-down phases, there might be lavender and fine woods; the ambroxan lingers but isn’t the main character anymore. I actually liked that synthetic touch; it’s versatile for late summer to spring, masculine, though the performance is more moderate than other scents from this house. It’s decent; I wouldn’t buy it because it doesn’t make me fall in love and the price isn’t justified, but it does the job.

It radiates elegance, masculinity, confidence, and seriousness. It’s not as aggressive as most of its siblings from this house. It opens with bright bergamot and mandarin, quickly giving way to a deep, earthy patchouli. Although the rose barely shows up on my skin, the lavender really stands out. It’s timeless, but I don’t think it’s for teenagers. Definitely one of my favorites.

Pleasant-smelling fragrance, but the price isn’t justified. It behaves quite linearly, lacking the heterogeneous top, heart, and base one would expect. In short, like many niche scents that already cost a fortune, it’s pretty but lacks that extra artistic touch to deserve being from this house.

Everyone has a chance to burn Rome and leave. Every life is a matter of a single moment: the moment you realize who you are. Brutus wasn’t conversational; he was precise, sharp, direct, and never changed his mind. This fragrance is decisive and reverent at the same time. Alessandro wanted to talk about the lack of eloquence, drawing inspiration from brutalism and Marcus Junius Brutus, the Roman senator known for his lack of rhetoric. He wasn’t talkative; he was precise, sharp, direct, and brutal. Once decided, he never changed his mind. Brutality does not negotiate or accept concessions. Nature is brutal, and only the strong survive. Alessandro wanted something controversial: just as nature can be brutal, it can also be balanced and beautiful. Contrary to what the name suggests, Brutus is very elegant, mature, refined, and subtle; it takes the moment and doesn’t change. It’s the essence that every life has a unique moment: the moment to discover your true nature. The notes are high-quality patchouli, bergamot, and orange. Projection: about 1.5 meters for 4 hours, then skin scent. Longevity: 7 to 8 hours. Season: Timeless, better with formal wear due to the maturity it adds. Fun fact: the cap is polished copper with a walnut shell, a hard, unbreakable natural material.

We all have a moment to burn Rome and leave. Brutus wasn’t a talker; he was precise, sharp, and direct. This fragrance is decisive and reverent. Alessandro wanted to discuss the lack of eloquence, drawing inspiration from brutalism and Marcus Junius Brutus, a Roman senator without rhetoric who, once decided, never changed. Brutality doesn’t negotiate. Nature is brutal; only the strong survive. Conceptually, he wanted something controversial: nature can be both brutal and beautiful. Contrary to what the name suggests, Brutus is elegant, mature, and subtle. It takes the moment and doesn’t change. Notes of high-quality patchouli, bergamot, and orange. Projection: 1.5 meters for 4 hours, then skin scent. Longevity: 7-8 hours. Timeless, ideal with formal wear due to the maturity it brings. Curious note: the cap is polished copper with a walnut shell, a hard and unbreakable material.

I expected more from a Gualtieri creation. The opening is very similar to Davidoff’s Zino: citrus-patchouli, synthetic, pleasant, but for this scent and quality, Zino already exists, which is more sparkling and complex. On one hand, there’s the Gualtieri Megamare that seems to hold the original formula, and on the other, this one, which has sunk the performance of Pardon, Duro, and this one, lasting barely past 4 hours. With Zino existing and offering the same notes with worse performance, I don’t recommend it. Scent: 6.9, Projection: 7.7 (first hour), Longevity: 4.8, Unique: 3, Recommended: No.

I don’t quite understand the point of this perfume. Basically, it seems to me to be a somewhat simplified version of Pardon.

What a surprise! This piece by Alessandro Gualtieri is a masterpiece: a citrus and patchouli blend that works beautifully together. It’s sexy, unique, and super versatile. My not-so-expert nose reminds me of… Él Corazón del Desierto. I love it and will be buying it soon to enjoy. I recommend trying it because it surprises anyone who thinks Parisi perfumes are hard to wear. A safe bet for me.

Brutus smells a lot like Duro; I’d say it’s its brother but with a citrus and wet earth undertone that gives it a distinct vibe. It lasts forever and is hard to wash out of clothes even after a wash. It’s perfect for everyday wear, very easy to live with, and I’ll definitely be buying it again when I run out. Fragrance 9/10, Projection 8/10, Longevity 9.5/10.