Impadia by BDK Parfums

After three tests, it starts with strong wood notes; after 10-15 minutes, a subtle rose emerges, blending with sandalwood and softer woods. Nothing groundbreaking or shocking: the rose is similar to Delina, but they are distinct fragrances. Delina is floral, incense, and fruity—very feminine and youthful; Impadia is less feminine, lacks that fruity touch, feels more mature and slightly unisex. Without the rose, it would be totally masculine. I’m sticking with Delina because it’s easier to wear; Impadia just smells weird to my nose.

What a bomb of a fragrance! The opening reminds me of Delina and the base of Guidance. It makes a huge impact: fresh, cheerful, woody, and sexy. It has everything: extraordinary longevity, strong projection, and tons of compliments. On my skin, it smells like Coco. It’s perfect for anyone who likes Guidance and Delina without wanting to be tied down to just one.

Impadia is, for me, a fresher, more wearable, and easier-to-enjoy version of Amouage’s Guidance. It keeps that enveloping elegance but with a more luminous and usable vibe. It’s for every season, day and night. Sophisticated, very pleasant, it doesn’t go unnoticed, and it generates comments. A resounding yes, one of those fragrances you wear with pleasure and effortlessness.

Every nose is a different world; I don’t see the resemblance to Guidance, but rather to Delina, though only a resemblance, like they are cousins. Sillage and longevity are excellent. A beautiful floral (rose) woody scent, but a bit sharp for my taste. Guidance seems rounder, less overwhelming, and more personal to me. I don’t see it as redundant to have both: Impadia is sexy and meant to turn heads, while Guidance is more cozy.

Every nose is a different world; I don’t see any resemblance to Guidance, only to Delina, as if they were cousins. The trail and longevity are top-notch. It’s a floral with rose and wood, but a bit sharp for me. Guidance feels rounder and more personal to me, less overwhelming. I don’t see any redundancy in owning both: Impadia is sexy and attention-grabbing, while Guidance is cozier.

I’ll just say it’s a marvel: creamy, just the right amount of sweetness with a distinct rose touch. Today I tested Rose Blaze by D’Orsay and they are very similar. A fragrance to buy without testing.

As they say, it’s a little kid of Delina and Amouage. I think Delina predominates, and I confess I don’t love it, although it has a creamier touch on my skin. Five sprays were enough to last all day. The rose stayed, but by the end it had a slightly powdery and cozy scent.

Powerful and high-quality rose, unisex with great balance. The dark wood adds depth and a niche vibe. The blend isn’t innovative, but it’s well-made. I loved it, but I wouldn’t buy it at this price.

My favorite perfume! Intense, enveloping, sweet, and magical floral. Lasts over 12 hours. I see it as versatile, feminine, and classy. Along with Gris Charnel and Rouge Smoking, these are my top three BDK scents

Wow, it reminded me of Guidance… unmatchable. After reading comments, I see I’m not alone. It’s basically a Guidance but more floral, lighter, and youthful, with the same heart. Fruity opening and classic incense, but here there are more fruits that lighten the incense. Then come the flowers, and as it dries down, the sweet and woody touch. It’s a 10… ultra feminine. I own Guidance, but Impudia seems to take femininity further and goes beyond my radar. Very versatile, medium earthy, fresh yet deep, serious but playful. Wear it anytime and anywhere. Definitely feminine. Versatile in weather, except hot summers. Scent: 9, Longevity: 8.5, Sillage: 8, Price: 205€ for 10ml

If you follow Guidance and love rose, you’ll adore this. Upon spraying, it sounds like an Amouage creation, but it changes quickly. It opens with a sparkling citrus rose with lots of bergamot and relaxed pear. I don’t detect the tangerine; the first 10 minutes the trail is almost bitter, then the magic happens with the warmth of sandalwood and the sweetness of vanilla. It’s very strong; if you don’t like polarizing perfumes, this isn’t a good option because it’s loud and leaves a trail. Projects for 7-8 hours and lasts over 10 hours on skin. Even after showering and rubbing with a sponge, I could still smell it.