Itaca

6 reseñas

Mostrando las más recientes primero.

• Ojos Claros

  April 22, 2024

  

  Cedar, sandalwood, cinnamon, oud, amber, lemon, orange, and pink grapefruit. It’s a masculine perfume that isn’t too strong, and I would definitely want to wear it myself. It’s very beautiful. I usually don’t like unisex scents, but this citrus-woody blend is delicious. I recommend it.

• Jomasa

  June 6, 2024

  

  Itaca by Botanicae reminds me of Loewe Essence and Hacivat X in terms of woody, earthy, mossy, and patchouli aromas. But it’s quite linear, not surprising, and feels closer to Essence (or redundant). The notes on skin are specific: powerful davana at the start (10 mins), then it fades and adds saltiness (the floral goes unnoticed). At 30 minutes, a beech moss, a well-made oud, and a patchouli rise up. This trio defines the rest of the life (a few minutes beyond 5 hours). More than a journey to Ithaca, it’s a little raft ride through a swamp. If it weren’t for Taro and Ébano, Botanicae could endorse this and the other elixirs without anyone noticing the difference in performance. If there’s no difference in scent, at least in performance, so people feel proud of buying what they’re sold. It’s not for parties: it projects for the first hour and then stays close to the skin. It doesn’t perform well in heat; I’m not sure if it would change in autumn or winter. It could be versatile for formal and semi-formal situations. As always: test on skin and compare before buying. You decide.

• MaximoRV

  June 22, 2024

  

  100% masculine aroma. It’s mossy, woody, and earthy, exquisite for my nose. Ideal for spring and autumn, preferably during the day. Excellent longevity, over 7 hours, with decent projection for the first hour and a half. I would recommend it to death if it weren’t for the price, which is a stone. Rating: 8.8/10.

• Joccars

  February 21, 2025

  

  Exceptional quality. At first, it smells of algae, sea, and floating wood, with floral touches, rose, and a hint of oud or cipriol that adds depth. It evolves in 2-3 hours, leaving only the marine note of calone and a floral that softens it. It smells incredible. Lasts about 7 hours with moderate projection at the start. I see it as elegant and original. Its marine-floral-oud blend is more natural than its siblings Artik Sea, Dream Sea, or Black Sea, even though those are beasts in projection and longevity. It’s less bitter and more versatile than Megamare. I admit I love those last ones too.

• vladidelmundo

  March 29, 2025

  

  If you like oud, you’ll like this: it’s a green oud where the davana stands out, reminding me of shoe polish with a herbal twist. It doesn’t drive me crazy, but the quality is noticeable. For me, the best from the brand is undoubtedly Ébano.

• Azor84

  May 30, 2025

  

  I used up a 2ml vial, not enough to fully judge, but it lasted three days. Itaca by Botanicae is exquisite: very salty, with a moss and wood base. The davana adds a subtle touch, like licorice (though it doesn’t smell exactly like that). The oud ties everything together. It’s elegant, versatile, and 100% masculine. I wore it from formal to casual settings and felt great, although I think it deserves to be worn in apparent situations. More of a daytime fragrance than nighttime. Longevity: a solid 8 hours. At Botanicae, you feel a quality and depth that other brands just don’t offer. They have a recognizable depth. I’m adding it to my future list. It’s pricey, but worth it.