Osmanthus Eau de Parfum by Acqua di Parma

Osmanthus is spring in a bottle, a fragrance that caught me off guard. It opens with a very fine citrus note that transforms into a well-crafted, pleasant floral. What I loved most is that it doesn’t smell like that typical feminine floral; it’s unisex, though I understand some might see it that way. Imagine standing in a field of elegant flowers under the spring sun. It’s sparkling, with a pepper base that gives you instant energy. It has a light sweetness and fits spring perfectly. While women usually love it, if you’re a fan of woody or purely masculine scents, it might not be for you. But give it a try because I haven’t heard anything like it. It wasn’t a blind buy, but after testing a decant, I already want the full bottle. My rating: Scent 10/10 – Exceptional and unique. Sillage 7/10 – Good projection, but doesn’t stand out. Longevity 6/10 – Could last longer.

Osmanthus by AdP has blown me away. Despite the heavy floral notes, it feels unisex, revitalizing, and a sharp departure from what the brand usually does. The scent blends the original DNA as a base with fresh, slightly sweet flowers and a perfectly noticeable osmanthus. The ambrette musk and spices add another layer, resulting in a fresh, lightly green, complex, and original fragrance. It doesn’t evolve much but delivers on quality. If I had to compare it, I’d say it’s like Cuir de Chine by Les Indemneables—also osmanthus-based and top-tier quality—but this one is more sparkling. For hot days and semi-formal events, and as I said, unisex to my nose, Osmanthus is a must-try if you can get your hands on it. With this, AdP has proven they can do things beyond their colognes or the Blu Mediterraneo line. Rating: 8/10.

What a pleasant surprise to review this perfume. I bought it on sale at a great price, just looking for something good, pretty, and affordable to gift. But the unexpected happened: I sprayed it on my arm and wow, I absolutely loved it. It has that citrus base found in all the brand’s colognes. It opens with an airy vibe reminiscent of Acqua di Parma Leather, then moves into spiced floral notes that transform into a mix of white flowers, citrus, and pink pepper. Very pleasant and wearable for hot days or spring. It works for any occasion—it’s light, bright, sparkling, playful, youthful, and full of good vibes. As for whether it’s more unisex or feminine, the truth is it’s very subjective; there are masculine fragrances from Amouage, Parfums de Marly, or Nishane that are more feminine, and we wear them without a second thought. Highly recommended. Scent: 8.5/10, Sillage: 7.5/10, Longevity: 4.5/10, Projection: 3.5/10.