Image by Cerruti

It smells rich, fresh, and summery, in the same vein as Aqua di Gio but with a greener, fruitier twist. The banana leaf note is an olfactory joke; it smells like a dirty plant, not fruit, just like the ice or lava notes that don’t actually exist. Still, it has a special touch, comes in a nice bottle, and is ridiculously cheap, so it’s worth buying to use or collect.

I was gifted this in 2003 and bought it again on Amazon in 2023. It smells just like I remember, though I’m not sure if they reformulated it. It lasts very little: a fresh opening with pear and banana, evolving into jasmine and fig after about three hours, and finishing with an almost imperceptible woody base. I bought it for nostalgia, not performance. It’s pleasant, competes with classic Aqua di Gio or Issey Miyake, and is perfect for relaxing. I’d buy it again just for the memory.

On my nose, the fig leaf and a hint of sweet anise stand out; there’s not much more, but it doesn’t need anything extra. It’s an honest and different perfume; it doesn’t last long or project strongly, but it feels clean and masculine. Perfect for spring and summer. I like it. 8/10.

I started using it when I was young, buying it blindly at a mall for a great discount. It was a total discovery. It’s delicious—a perfect blend of floral, fruity, and oriental with a naturally sweet, exquisite touch, perhaps of cinnamon, that’s intoxicating. It’s very well balanced, rich, and natural. Great for all seasons: fresh opening and warm dry-down. Very versatile. Scent: 10/10, Projection: 7/10, Longevity: 6/10.

It was the first fragrance I used in my pre-teen years, in 2000 and 2001, so it’s special. It has a moderate sillage, lasting about 4 to 6 hours. Girls love it and go crazy for it. It’s sweet, fresh, and very masculine; after a few hours, it smells great on men. Longevity used to reach 10 to 12 hours. It works in moderate seasons, but it suits me better in winter. It’s good for the office, but gives better results in the afternoon when night is approaching; that’s when it releases its magic.

I didn’t like it and expected more after reading the reviews. It seems too citrusy and herbal; I haven’t appreciated the wood notes.

Honestly, it’s a great fragrance. I’m used to strong, persistent colognes, but you have to admit Cerruti Image is very well thought out. Its scent is almost a masterpiece that dismantles the arguments of those who talk about ‘bargains,’ since its price is competitive. It’s very refined in the opening and development, nothing intrusive, light but with something special and distinguished. The patchouli and wood base define it as masculine. Then there’s a blend of pear, plums, and musk that softens everything. I imagine the scent of a tree loaded with fruit on a sunny day. It’s a blessing for summer: very fresh but nothing generic. Not for those looking for heavy fragrances. Rating: 9.5.

I’m Mexican, and on my skin, the woods are barely noticeable; what dominates is the plum and banana peel. It’s sweet but not overpowering. The longevity is short, about 3 hours, and the trail is very soft. After a couple of hours, it balances between woods and musk, becoming incredibly soft. That’s why I consider it ideal for any time and weather, and I didn’t hesitate to buy another bottle; for me, it’s a staple fragrance. I disagree with other reviews: I didn’t detect anything marine or green.

I love it so much that I used it twice and will probably buy it again. I really like that woody touch mixed with aquatic notes; it’s perfect for the office because it’s not intrusive.