Oriana by Parfums de Marly

If someone is freaking out because they hate LDBS and thinks this is the same, let me tell you something: breathe, it’s not. I ordered it because I’m fascinated by whipped cream and bonbon notes, but I hadn’t realized there were so many comparisons, and when I noticed it, I felt overwhelmed. The truth is, if you open the bottle dry, it can feel similar, or the opening is similar, but fortunately that lasts only seconds. Starting from the fact that I hate LDBS; it seems like an exaggeration of white flowers that I can’t stand. Yes, I’m a fanatic for sweets, caramel, sugar, and vanilla, but I can literally imagine being in a funeral home full of white flower wreaths and they give you them with sugar to eat. For me, it’s not appetizing; it’s not gourmand, it’s not floral. It’s an abominable combination. ABSOLUTELY, I don’t perceive the famous fine sweets with exquisite flowers from the reviews. THE BEAUTIFUL AND IMPORTANT PART: ORIANA is divine. The opening is similar, but then you are wrapped in the depth of the bergamot; it reminds me of Christmas time, when my grandma prepared the Christmas Eve salad and made fresh lime slices. That sparkling, bitter lime note is what the bergamot, grapefruit, and tangerine provide. An elegant citrus that adds depth without overpowering the creaminess. As it dries, you perceive a highly powdery scent; it transports me to the bag of bonbons to the smell of the powder, not an annoying scent, hand in hand with the fine whipped cream type chantilly, the kind offered as cream, not whipped cream. I feel it powdery but like the talc of bonbons, not baby powder or grandma powder. If you want to compare it, I’d say it’s slightly similar to ‘Ari’ by Arina Grande, in the aspect that it’s citrus with a bonbon base, but let’s say this is the adult version, not for young girls (I think of myself at 19 years old and feel it wouldn’t be my hit). The difference in this relaxed comparison is that I don’t perceive the famous bonbons in Ari because for me it’s always citrus, and the citrus completely eats the bonbons; plus, in the original or inspiration, it fades quickly and the projection is light. If you like gourmand but are looking for something that doesn’t get too aggressive in the heat, this fragrance is a gem.

Oriana… another girly, dreamy, and happy perfume that I adore. It’s beautiful, simply put. It smells silky, doll-like, very childish, yet ambiguous and challenging. I detect cream notes similar to a high-end expensive blush. It’s delicate, falsely demure, and scandalously girly. A bit pastry-like and at the same time a fantasy vanity, noticeable and subtle. It’s a vision of pink and fluffy tones. I don’t smell the blackcurrant or raspberry as such; there’s more of an ambrette, a bergamot, and a pastry… like wandering through an exclusive boutique with class. I really like it. It suits women of all ages with a touch of bohemian flair (those rich neighborhood girls from Salamanca with wild blonde hair and a beaded vest), and it works best in winter and Christmas parties. If a Sofia Coppola movie like Marie Antoinette smelled like something, it would undoubtedly be Oriana.

Sorry for making you want something you already had, but if you’re like me and love sweet perfumes that stand out without losing elegance, you have to try Oriana. It smells like a jam of fine fruits reduced with citrus, whipped cream, and marshmallow, giving a light and airy sweetness. The orange blossom and ambrette musk add freshness and cleanliness, but that sweetness prevents it from smelling like a cologne or soap. At first, I thought it was just for me, but at an event, I was surprised by how it projects from the skin, standing out more than vanilla perfumes that tend to be denser. The longevity depends on the skin, but in my case, it lasts 7 or 8 hours without fail and gets me tons of compliments. It’s in my top 5 for all time.

Oriana is a very rich and attractive fragrance, sweet and citrusy, offering a creamy, chewy, and youthful sensation thanks to the combination of tangerine, grapefruit, raspberry, whipped cream, and marshmallows. Its performance is quite decent, although when analyzing its quality-to-price ratio, it doesn’t seem like the best option in the market. I consider there are better alternatives, whether from the niche, designer, or Arabic markets, that offer a similar aromatic profile at a better price. However, that’s up to each user’s consideration. Despite this, I maintain that the scent of Oriana is very attractive and easy to like, which will surely attract compliments easily.

I was surprised when I smelled it. On the skin, it’s super citrusy—a mix of non-sweet fruits, more of a fresh, baby-like vibe. Nothing that says ‘wow’ at first. As it settles, the story changes and you notice the jasmine with a tiny, soft sweetness, just like the flower itself. I let it sit for a while and came back to smell it… Wow! Now it finally smells like what the bottle says. The base smells like pure powdered, sweet raspberry. The sweetness isn’t cloying. It’s an extremely changing perfume, the weirdest one I own, going from fresh to fully sweet. It’s peculiar, I like it, and I’d wear it without hesitation.

I love this house and I’m gradually buying the collection because the price is high. Since everyone who has bought from them has loved it, I decided to get this. Although I like the scent, I’d say I could perfectly live without it. If it were cheaper, I’d repurchase it, but in this case, I don’t think it’s necessary, just like with Delina’s scents, which I will definitely repurchase. Investing in niche is expensive unless you have extra money, and you have to choose well. Although I like it, it hasn’t fascinated me, nor does it have excessive longevity for its price.

I wanted to describe it, but while smelling the dolls while writing, it vanished like the tears in the rain. How can a $260 perfume last only one or two hours? It’s a monumental scam. I know not all are beasts, but there’s a minimum standard expected. This should go to Consumer Protection. The scent is lovely, creamy bergamot, not overly sweet, smells like perfumed paper and luxury detergent. But it’s so light and volatile that it’s not worth it. For that money, you can buy wonders.

With this fragrance, I discovered how rich marshmallow smells; pity that the citrus opening doesn’t last long. I bought it thinking the tangerine, grapefruit, and citrus aroma would last longer, but in reality, as it dries, it settles in a very rich way. Here I learned what marshmallow is; I didn’t find that note in any other perfume, and I love it in this one; I give it a 10 out of 10.

A long time ago I had Signorina Misteriosa by Salvatore Ferragamo and barely tried Oriana before remembering something; two days later my memory recalled it. Checking the notes, I realized they share blackcurrant and whipped cream. Neither has great longevity or projection, but of course, Oriana is more special. I’m surprised no one else notices this similarity.

It smells good, but for the price, it feels a bit silly. It’s the kind of scent you’d find in Britney or Ariana perfumes, or fruity mists from Victoria’s Secret. I thought it would be my all-time favorite, but it didn’t last and lacked originality. Anything similar would replace it. The bottle is divine, but I didn’t get the spark I was hoping for with Oriana.

Olfactorily, I liked it more than Delina, but once it dries down, it’s very similar to Zara’s Velvet Shadow. Oriana has a delicate, delicious whipped cream touch. Given the price, I expected better longevity and sillage; unfortunately, on my skin, the Zara version lasts longer for a fraction of the cost.

It’s a super good perfume. In my opinion, it’s the best women’s PDM, better than Delina and by far. It’s delicious and at the same time a bit citrusy. When I saw the notes, I thought it would remind me of Love Don’t Be Shy by Kilian; not only does it not resemble it, but it surpasses it. I love it.

It’s my favorite perfume; it smells youthful yet elegant. On hot days, the citrus and fruity notes really shine. It lasts well on my skin and up to two days on clothes. The projection is low, very subtle and delicate. The price is excessive, especially in Chile where it costs over 200k pesos.

At first, it smells very much like LOVE DON’T BE SHY, but less loud. Once it dries down, it keeps some of that essence but softer, with some flashes of DELINA. It’s more powdery and creamy, a delight with excellent longevity. I liked it.

Smells like tangerine, not bad, but it’s not my style for all-day wear. Soft and suitable for everyone, though nothing special. Once it dries down, the bergamot takes over and reminds me of ‘Aire de Sevilla Primavera’.