Chrome United by Azzaro

Chrome United by Azzaro: the house never misses. From the 70s classics to the Chrome and Wanted lines, everything smells great and lasts longer than super-expensive perfumes. This United caught me off guard: a powerful citrus opening that settles into a fresh, spicy trail lasting 6 hours with a clean feel. How rare is it for a citrus to last this long! At the 4-hour mark, it filled the entire car. Perfect for spring/summer nights at informal gatherings. Any Chrome is a safe bet with the best quality-price ratio. Rating: 8/10

Smells very similar to Nautica Voyage, but with less cucumber. It’s a very powdery and soft fragrance; the more you wear it, the better it starts to smell. The only flaw is that longevity and sillage are almost non-existent after 2 hours.

Very good youthful perfume, fresh scent that earns compliments. Moderate longevity, with soft sillage and projection.

Fantastic blind buy; I doubt anyone could dislike it. It’s simple, fresh, and smells clean… A staple that doesn’t overpower and, while it might not be captivating, it certainly won’t offend. It follows the Chrome base, which is appropriate (the scent doesn’t change radically between versions), and unlike limited editions that fade quickly, this stays on my skin comfortably for 7 hours (close to the skin, without invading). Great price, it’s a mandatory wardrobe staple.

I like the fragrance; I thought it had pineapple notes, it’s the fruitiest aquatic I’ve tried. Before (2014) it cost a ridiculous 499 Mexican pesos, now it’s double that and a bit more (1,200), but it’s still worth it. Watch out: some people can’t tolerate the coriander note, which is present throughout the entire life of the perfume, so you’re warned.

From the other Chrome line. Starts very citrusy and violet opens up in a few minutes. Pleasant and powdery. Good option for grabbing a drink on a summer terrace. I see it as unisex because the dry down has a fairly feminine touch. Out of all the Chromes, I think this has the most projection or lasts the longest on skin, considering they are quite light. The final part is delightful.

A somewhat shy fragrance, similar to Ferragamo Black but more fleeting and citrus-heavy with subtle powdery touches. It stands apart from Azzaro Chrome, which has better sillage and longevity than the United. The opening is deceptive: it gives a false impression of lasting 5-6 hours, but it’s half that and stays very close to the skin. It’s pleasant but fails on projection and sillage… too bad I thought I’d found a great perfume.

The first time I smelled it, I thought of Loewe Eau de Cologne Intense, though they share very few notes. It’s fresh, delicious, and perfect for those over 25—ideal for hot days with a touch of formality.

It’s a perfume to use sparingly. I don’t recommend it if you like soft fragrances. Nor for those who prefer to leave a trail of essence around them. Due to its heart note, which is very defined to my taste.