It is fresh, energetic, and clean. June 7, 2013 at 12:28am Reply. I tried a quick spritz of 18: la lune from D&Gs Anthology collection a few years ago and was intrigued, but it was in a Duty Free shop in Rome, and I live in the US. Donna Born in Roma Yellow Dream Eau de Parfum. Was your favorite perfume reformulated? Over the years I wore other things but that signature was complete for me and I always retured to it. Did someone notice if lEau du Sud has been reformulated ? Roman architecture and sophistication are the signatures of the Valentino Couture brand. With that being said, my first perfume in 1985 was Poison. June 3, 2013 at 9:41pm Reply, Katy: Its interesting you bring up Organza Indecence, Ralu. That wont stop me from wearing it as I do think its entirely pleasant, I just dont think this one says anything strongly enough to give it its own identity among the masses of similar scents. June 3, 2013 at 12:38pm Reply, Betsy: That is a good point! Valentino Donna I researched on the Internet, would be the hit. But regulations aside, the nature of perfume is so ethereal that its hard to preserve its exact form over time. This is the perfect scent for the modern woman with sophisticated taste in perfume. Now, this is utterly misleading. June 3, 2013 at 8:39am Reply, Victoria: Unfortunately, it makes no commercial sense for them to do so. My hairstylist once mentioned longing for it and preferring it to the original Organza. June 3, 2013 at 6:01pm Reply, Austenfan: I dont mind as long as the story is interesting in itself! It reminded me that my mom had to stand in line for hours to get her Diorissimo back in the day. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network. This one instance aside, I think in some sense perfume is a reflection of the times, kind of like fashion. Did it change or did I? The smell of perfume is hard for some to describe, but that is what were here for. Top brands. June 3, 2013 at 1:16pm Reply, Austenfan: I remember your saying that somewhere else before. It is mixing in one scent several trends: iris powdery scents, rose and patchouli chypres, sweet fruity vanilla and soft leather choices. The new version is very floral..with a strong walnut note..disappointing, but growing on me..when I have no choice June 13, 2020 at 4:57pm Reply, Victoria: If its reformulated carefully, then I definitely prefer the former. June 4, 2013 at 5:56pm Reply. Heat is worse for perfumes than cold. I still miss my true signature fragrance but the experience of trying something new and falling at least a little bit in love adds a wonderful facet to life. All of a sudden my local store no longer carries that particular scent so I decided to try one called Night Musk. The current edt just doesnt conjure the same image; it seems harsher and more crude. Maybe a note on the box saying, reformulated June of 2013. Its upsetting as a consumer to purchase these reformulated scents and be unpleasantly surprised at the results. June 3, 2013 at 9:30am Reply, Victoria: This is the case when revisiting old favorites may be too disappointing. For instance, despite Miss Dior being reformulated dramatically, its sales are not affected. On these pages I explore the world of senses through art, literature, and history. Valentino Donna 2015. Cant pick out notes too well (Im a newbie to that), but theres a vanilla in the base unlike any other Ive smelled, and I LOVE it. June 3, 2013 at 1:25pm Reply, Victoria: The new generation of perfumers gives me hope too, and I enjoy their personal takes on fragrance. Having a signature perfume has never been as difficult. $130.00 - $156.00 Current Price $130.00 to $156.00 (134) Valentino. His eye for composition and color is impressive. What a let down. I also loved the silver black and blue aluminum spray container. And then, many years from now, when there is no more Th Rouge to be found, I will do exactly what this article says, and just enjoy the memory, while discovering new perfumes. Save this unique scent for a special occasion. Thanks for the lovely article! Oh well, back to Calyx! $ 130.00. voce viva intensa eau de parfum spray 100 ml. $ 85.00. voce viva eau de parfum spray 100ml. Intertwined with a modern touch of Praline accord for unexpected creamy intensity. It can still be sad though. Maybe it was the formula that changed, you have different tastes, or you now wear fragrances differently. Fingers crossed for the debut of Book One in my historical scented suspense. Gifts on orders $100+*. Therefore, I am looking around for other LOV options. June 7, 2013 at 1:46pm Reply. Alx: Hi everyone ! June 3, 2013 at 12:35pm Reply, Cornelia Blimber: When I think about itthere are perfumes resembling each other, like Roma and Dune, or Silences and No 19, Le Dix and No5 for instance. I like Stella McCartneys LILY for its simplicity. I think the new Miss Dior says scary things about the taste level of our misses, and I totally mourn the Magie Noire and Jolie Madame of yore. Do you like the new Eau de Parfum version of Philosykos? Ill have to include it in my next order of samples/decants from the perfumed court. Today, it has been replaced by something softer and duller, fromEU threat spotlights perfume makers secrets. A finishing powder that doubles as a compact and crossbody clutch. (Its like that old joke, The food is awful at that restaurant. Still, very sad! My grandmother wore it and I inhereited her bottle. June 4, 2013 at 5:58pm Reply, Cornelia Blimber: I read it in a Dutch newspaper (Trouw) but I dont remember when (slovenliness. Im so happy with the current incarnations, Im afraid of trying the vintage versions only to fall hopelessly in love But then, again, I think getting to know these vintage gems is part of a perfume education. And I love your description of Amyris as an intellectual pale pink! June 14, 2019 at 2:30pm Reply. Well cover all that, but first, lets go over a bit of background information for the brand. Another beautiful perfume ruined by reformulation. One big plus point is that researching what had happened to my beloved Diorissimo led me to you and I do thank you Victoria for your wonderful articles. June 3, 2013 at 12:08pm Reply, Victoria: I have the original and current Bois des Iles, but I wear the current one more. Its an interesting resource: As for the Amyris Im still playing the what does it remind me of game. basenotes. Many people go for a more classic scent like White Diamonds, but this consumer is pickier. Lately, Im finding more and more that perfumes just dont last on skin. Full of optimism, full of energy. More Buying Choices $32.95 (6 new offers) You can distinguish the original perfume by the golden plate - Born in Roma fragrances have a black leather label. That man was a genius at knowing what to put it and what to leave out. This is how the community classifies the fragrance. June 3, 2013 at 3:00pm Reply, Victoria: And many more resources to find it! As a result, even when fragrance companies remain faithful to their formulas, classical perfumes produced with modern materials do not smell the same as the originals. I really believe that reformulated perfumes should be given different names. As far as I know, Valentino Uomo has had 2 reformulations since moving from Puig to L'Oral. June 7, 2013 at 12:36am Reply. In fact, I can relate, because a search for my moms Diorissimo, as it was then, lead me deeper and deeper down the rabbit hole of perfumery. It is so so so horrible in comparison to vintage that I wish they had just discontinued it instead of ruining it. This is a great tip, especially since many here do miss the original Opium. June 3, 2013 at 12:54pm Reply, fleurdelys: The first question I would ask myself is, do I like the reformulation? A signature men's cologne infused with a deep black leather note. As for me and my longing for the Diorissimo my mom wore in the Soviet Union of the 1980s, Ive moved on. If the cookies I love can have a note on the package that says new and improved (translation: smaller and not as tasty), why cant fragrances follow suit. June 5, 2013 at 4:38am Reply, Victoria: I googled it, and I found this article: Or is the sweetness just my late August carefree childhood memory? I havent compared the rest side by side. June 3, 2013 at 6:12pm Reply, Nancy A.: I hear you loud & clear. I was heartbroken to smell such difference in the reformulated scent that I didnt wear any fragrance for a spell. June 4, 2013 at 1:35pm Reply, Victoria: Chris, I saw Eclat de Jasmin at the Armani counter today. June 5, 2013 at 11:24am Reply, ralu: Yes, I know what you mean about what is your style and what is not. This is really Kafkaesque, as much of the communist-era life used to be. June 5, 2013 at 2:50pm Reply. We dont wear the same style of clothes as in 1913, or decorate our houses in the same style or listen to the same sort of music. And I agree with you. June 3, 2013 at 7:46am Reply, Lucy: I read on another blog that Je Reviens parfum is still good, tried looking, cant find it in stores. That said, I do think it sensible that we accept that styles of perfume are going to change over time according to fashion and other influences. I need to ask my mom more on how she acquired her perfumes, because I remember that she had a little collection besides Diorissimo. Eau Sauvage was a real chef doeuvre in its original form, retired perfume-maker Pierre Bourdon, who created Diors Dolce Vita and Yves Saint Laurents Kouros, said of the 1966 scent. At least, this holds true in case of Bois des Iles for me. That said, i absolutely agree with Victorias assertion that a certain antidote to the grief felt with the loss of once loved perfumes is being open-minded to what else is out there, and not limiting oneself with the notion that one likes or dislikes particular genres; I could name two perfumes of the same genre, for example, that provoke both love and disgust, so to identify myself as either liking or disliking that genre would be a nonsense: there is still a lot loveable perfumes out there, and it- in true romcom fashion- love may well be where you least expect it. I enjoy change anyway. I love his tribute to the Italian flag too. Free shipping and returns on Valentino at Nordstrom.com. Replies to my comments June 3, 2013 at 11:45am Reply. Wouldnt mind but its still exoensive for nothing October 18, 2021 at 10:44am Reply, I agree to the terms outlined in the Perfume is art but its also a consumer product so it has to be updated and follow certain trends. Im not quite as panicky as I used to be in pre-perfumista times when Hiris was my one and only Holy Grail, though. Some reformulations are really badly handled, but others are respectful. $ 155.00. voce viva eau de parfum spray 50ml. Ah well They were both new to me. This can be a great scent for a fancy golf outing or a day at the club. June 4, 2013 at 9:38am Reply, Cornelia Blimber: Yes, fascinating article. I read some reviews somewhere about Santal Blush and was prepared to be underwhelmed. Then there are Makeupalley, Basenotes and Fragrantica, all of which have plenty of resources for both seasoned aficionados and newbies alike. Im pretty new to perfumes and Ive never smelled any vintage classic perfumes but I do enjoy the current permutations like No. It seems like reformulations are just as much about making perfumes undetectable as about making them safe. I cant remember the last time I smelled someone elses perfume. June 4, 2013 at 6:19pm Reply, Lynn Morgan: I have been complaining forever that the new, so-called Chloe is weak, anemic and characterlesss compared to the huge, honeysuckle, tuberose lusciousness of the Karl Lagerfeld aoriginal (the dark orange juice in the peach-shaped bottle), and Oscar de la Renta is no longer the swoony, bridal bouquet of white flowers that I remember from back in the day. And I have a really interesting topic of my thesis. I'm sure it would be a success just if it lasted enough. It's a dark red velvet rose, by the way. You are using an out of date browser. Vintage not stored well will lose its scent shortly after spraying. Art of gifting Receive complimentary couture giftwrapping on all orders. Donna Eau de Parfum A deep and powerful fragrance complemented by luminous femininity. Valentino's best jewel. Victoria: Exuberant sing alongs are more than welcome! Valentino Donna (2015) (Eau de Parfum) is a popular perfume by Valentino for women and was released in 2015. Especially the new Poison! This summer scent is sure to be popular this upcoming warm season. June 3, 2013 at 12:31pm Reply, Lucas: Thanks for recommending the place. Valentino Donna Born in Roma Coral Fantasy Eau de Parfum 874 $100.00 - $150.00 Valentino Voce Viva Intensa Travel Spray 7 $45.00 Valentino Voce Viva Intensa Eau de Parfum 634 $45.00 - $159.00 Valentino Voce Viva Eau de Parfum 991 $43.00 - $193.00 Valentino Donna Born In Roma Gift Set 4 $140.00 ($181.00 value) New Limited Edition 1-35 of 35 Results Sandalwood? Fun conversation! June 3, 2013 at 2:09pm Reply, Victoria: Youre almost there, Lucas. A fantastic meal at your favorite restaurant one night, never tastes exactly the same again. Product details. After YEARS of blind buying trying to find the scent, I finally found it! Choosing a fragrance when your favourite has changed or vanished sends me into perfume counter despair its not something you can buy rashly along with your new season T Shirt. Top up required. I found parfumo to be an excellent site as well. Couldnt afford anything I really enjoyed, but came home with precious samples of the newish Tom Fords Santal Blush and Maison Kukdjians Amyris, And if you cant be with the one you love More importantly, its concentration is defined as Eau de Parfum. $ 85.00. I have never seen the one of the lady with the big hat. Add to Wishlist Description Bottle Application Designed for living life in elegant irreverence, All the time. I love LOV, and like the version I bought about 3 years ago. I heard before from someone that they compared Eau du Sud today to their 3-4 year old bottle and thought that it was different. When else have perfume lovers have access to so many smaller independent brands, so many new perfume experiments? I do like Serge Lutens A La Nuit- but it lasts a scant 40 minutes on me. What was the vanilla in Indecence like? I just got my Do Son for half the price. The bergamot from the top note only makes a flash appearance and so I don't even notice it until the fourth time I spray it on. Valentino Donna Born in Roma is a women's perfume launched in 2019 by Valentino. Screw the EU! I love the orientals, the spice and the floral but sadly they do not belong on my skin, so I have discovered that I can simply enjoy these notes as interior fragrance also as we mature our skin chemicals change which will also render a once loved fragrance unwearableafter a weary search, which is made worse by the fact that I live in the country side, nowhere near said olfactory counters, I have settled upon Czech & Speake Citrus Paradisi Citrus top / herbaceous heart / Moss & Ambergris base but then again I am torn with their Nerolioh blimey.x June 4, 2013 at 7:54am Reply, Victoria: Thats a good point, Nicola! It is a scent that can be used in the daytime but sparingly. On the other hand, youre right, many new launches do feel very safe. It is Stella Rose Absolute Intense. Valentino Donna Born In Roma was launched in 2019. But as for the fumes. This is fitting because our favorite time to wear this scent is summer when the weather is excellent, and the smell of flowers is already in the air. June 4, 2013 at 5:14pm Reply. But you need not be inordinately nostalgic to realize that many perfumesused to be better before many classical materials were banned or restricted and before fragrance companies started reformulating en masse. We may earn a commission when you buy from links on our site, including the eBay Partner Network. June 3, 2013 at 11:28am Reply, Lydia: it CANT have been reformulated multiple times, and be labelled as that, surely? I have to admit that sometimes I find it annoying to read that certain perfumes were so much better in the past! and it sort of hurts that some current reformulations are dismissed as horrible especially if it is something I like today. Valentino Donna Born in Roma is a good scent for more formal occasions like a fancy dinner or important event. Donna is a timeless floriental balancing the elegance of opulent Iris notes, one of perfumerys most treasured flowers, with the mystery and modernity of sensual peach and Praline notes. Same with women Eternity and Opium. June 3, 2013 at 12:56pm Reply, Victoria: Ah, there was a fascinating article in the New York Times the other day on this very topic: Why dont the fragrance companies warn consumers before reformulating? All HYDROXYCITRONELLAL GERANIOL CITRONELLOL HEXYL CINNAMAL BENZYL BENZOATE CINNAMYL ALCOHOL TRIS(TETRAMETHYLHYDROXYPIPERIDINOL) CITRATE I know the note Im disliking is probably what gives Organza its classic depth, but what can I say. I took an evening job at the psychiatrists office to make the money. Everfumed.com is also a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. Valentino Uomo Born in Roma 2019. and started buying seeds from the store. I would love to take you up on it but I also want to make my mom explore more new things. Georgina Wadsworth: Despite the fact that I am still mortified by the reformulation of Aromatics Elixir chypre floral with lashings of oakmoss, this is sound advise. $ 130.00. voce viva eau de parfum spray 30ml. June 4, 2013 at 7:30am Reply, Maja: Oh, no. No worriestheres always something else. April 23, 2014 at 3:15pm Reply, Monkeylady: SAD, maybe BEN GAY has been reformulated . $108.00 30ml $75.00 50ml $108.00 100ml $138.00 Quantity Loading. Valentino is an Italian fashion brand created in 1960 by Valentino Garavani and is part of the larger Valentino Fashion Group. As for Parfum dEmpire, I dont know, because I havent compared and nobody yet complained that the rebottled versions smell different. Its a very creamy delicious vanilla without quite being gourmand, and I love that. The black and pink tones will look great next to other stylized perfume bottles. I know that it has been reformulated and have no idea how it smells these days. What I do not understand is why individuals came together to complain to such a significant degree that we had to lose our beloved scents forever. Useless quests, I think. $130.00. While most of us know what Chanel No. Time and perfume are fleeting, but so beautiful to have for one brief moment. Cardmembers shop early! When I was a teenager in the 1970s, I wore Emeraude perfume as well as Chantilly, and Windsong. And lastly- do Guerlains current Mitsouko, Vol de Nuit, etc., already comply with the new oak moss impurity rules? Since they discontinued that of course AND reformulated Stella original to the point where it too lasts about 10 minutes, I had to find some dupe. Nor is the edt, even. I have trouble with it as well and felt that it was too mature for me. The two are so well "interwoven" that I can hardly separate them, even when I perceive both. What to Do? Identify what you loved most about your lost favorite and search for fragrances with similar qualities. Doesnt smell at all alike. 0.2 Fl Oz (Pack of 1) $38.90 $ 38. 19 and No. Find similar perfumes? As for trying new fragrances, that can be a total revelation! rose_tattoo: So frustrating Ive had to go on the hunt for vintage bottles of Aromatics Elixir on eBay to get the juice that has the concentration of patchouli that I prefer. This never would have happened had they just KEPT selling Sweet Sunrise. You can turn to the experienced perfume sales associates or come and share your grievances on blogs. I havent tried it myself, but so many perfumes get tweaked that its almost a given. June 3, 2013 at 1:17pm Reply, maggiecat: I used to love Estee Lauders Aliage, and, later, Worths Je Reviens. Valentino Donna Born in Roma is a women's perfume launched in 2019 by Valentino Fragrance notes. For a long time I tried to find a fig that would replace my 90s-vintage Philosykos. Fragrance story : This eau de parfum is made with three qualities of jasmine blended with vanilla bourbon, creating the most expensive extract in the world. Quelques Fleurs, a pretty aldehydic floral, though I know many hate it. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Skip the other Valentino Donna Born in Roma reviews and view the highlights of the fragrance here: Selena Marc is a fragrance enthusiast, freelance writer, and dog mom living in Houston, Texas. June 3, 2013 at 12:33pm Reply, Betsy: I adore Diorissimo and it still takes me to another time despite its changes in formula(which I admit I do not fully recognize). Extra reading: On Regulations (Bois de Jasmin) :: On Reformulations (NST). I love the choice, I love that you can purchase or swap samples (where I live department stores never make up a sample for you you just spritz from a tester o go without), I love that if you cant afford a full bottle of something you can probably still get yourself 5 or 8 mls of it and enjoy it as a treat, and most of all I love that we are not beholden to the department stores and fashion magazines any more. Valentino Donna | Savour Experience Perfumes If anyone has perfume suggestions for me based on what Im loving about this, please bring it on , And if Organza Indecence would have been the answer, I think I just might cry June 4, 2013 at 1:02pm Reply, Ralu: Hi Katy, Here is the link to the description for Organza. Its fascinating, and I recommend for others to click on the link. New trends. "Valentino Donna" starts off immediately for me - as it probably does for many others - with leather, sweet leather, honeyed leather. When I began exploring the world of perfumery on a professional level, I was told by many older colleagues that the golden age of fragrance had passed. Im reading his biography right now, and what a character he was. cheerio, Anna in Edinburgh June 7, 2013 at 1:47pm Reply, Victoria: Thank you very much, Anna! Do you like Organza? It might do her good. I always see it mentioned among fragrances people miss the most. I dont like all reformulations, but its so difficult to get the same effect when many materials smell different. Yves Rocher also has a very nice jasmine thats affordable. The sad part is that I believe that NONE of the new frags have even a chance without being able to utilize real ingredients. Maybe its just me, but I have a strong feeling that the two scents were significantly different. I feel like there were a lot of Womens fragrances that came out in the past few years featuring black currant. June 4, 2013 at 12:02am Reply, Victoria: Andy, Im really disappointed about The Rouge, because to me, its one of Bulgaris best perfumes and one of the nicest tea scents in general. At least, if its discontinued completely, its gone forever. It was so very expensive for a college student! At the heart of the fragrance lies a Sensual, Nectarous peach accord recreating the same velvety texture of touching the fruit itself. I can't believe it's been TWENTY years. I was lucky that I could exchange it for something else. Customers have said that this perfume smells like stepping into a fancy, five-star hotel. June 4, 2013 at 6:21pm Reply, Victoria: For some reason I thought that Kate by Kate Spade was relaunched, but I might be mistaken. Theres no sillage anyway. June 4, 2013 at 6:01pm Reply, rainboweyes: Luckily, I havent experienced any loss of perfume or reformulation issues yet but I get very nervous every time I cant find my beloved Hiris on the Herms website (when its out of stock, it just disappears from the list). February 23, 2015 at 1:12pm Reply. Born in dreams of Rome by sunlight, a floral lift of a thousand rose petals, twisted with a contrasting clean addiction, and fused with white musks. It certainly makes more sense, since even if our perfume stays the same, our skin chemistry may change. Free Shipping. Its not exactly how Diorissimo used to be, but then again, what is? Ads byRen Gruau (4 February 1909 31 March 2004), a famous fashion illustrator who was renowned for his whimsical images for Dior and other couture brands, via wiki-images. I wore Diorissimo , more or less exclusively for abut 30 years and loved it so much I looked no further. A refillable lipstick available in satin and soft matte finishes. But they also provided me with the knowledge to get my hands on some older bottles. June 7, 2013 at 11:01am Reply, Daisy: I was so sad that I actually started wondering if it was something I ate and not the perfume . Very recently I went to replace my bottle of Songes and thought to test it on my skin before just buying a bottle. http://www.wired.com/wiredscience/2012/07/bacteria-producing-aromas/, Now, I feel like my memory is going, because a year ago I was at the presentation by Allylix, one of the companies mentioned in the Wired article. I did wonder why I couldnt detect any hint of gardenia in it, and told people that it reminded me very much of Calyx (a good thing from my point of view). Today, it has been replaced by something softer and duller,' " from EU threat spotlights perfume makers' secrets. What do you think she will like? Everfumed participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we get paid commissions on purchases made through our links to retailer sites. Valentino Donna Eau de Parfum | Valentino Beauty It was kind of gras, fatty, the way you described Goutals Mon Parfum Cheri, but very soft at the same time. ), I know this is an old comment, but I wanted to jump in and offer this information in case it proves to be useful. It can also be a good scent for the spring, with its lovely notes of florals and vanilla. Good luck. StreptoCoco Noir? Such an impressive and valuable initiative. '. Fragrances - Valentino Online Boutique Sadly, I dont think so. I assume that youve already given up on the idea of tracking down the remaining vintage stock and creating a climate controlled space to store it. Gucci Guilty Absolute reformulated? In my head the original made me (the seventh grade version any way) feel like I was some super-chic quirky American version of LouLou de la Falaise wearing a tuxedo jacket with no shirt underneath, and the new version smells like some cheap drug store floral. Still worth considering for anyone missing Opium as they remember it. Wines are constantly changing and evolving in the bottle. Valentino Donna by Valentino is a Amber Floral fragrance for women. My rating is for the original. The modern rendition of Magie Noire is lovely and has that old world feel to it still. This was so depressing that I went on a mission to find good perfumes. The scent is floral-sweet. June 3, 2013 at 12:44pm Reply, Victoria: Some Lauder classics are kept under the counter, and you have to ask for them. The bottle pays a tribute to the iconic Valentino Rockstud. An error occured on the server, please try later or contact the customer service. I do admire your positive attitude and I know that all things change, so do we , and we need to adapt. And does anyone have any help or suggestions as far as figuring out what I like about the base of Organza? Donna is a release of perfume brand Valentino, released in 2015. Since then, Ive been trying to find an affordable sample of Indecence. This is my first post on your blog, which I have found fascinating, inspiring and informative- thank you. This is a powdery scent that sits very close to a users skin. June 4, 2013 at 6:03am Reply. Valentino Uomo Intense 2016. . Free shipping and returns on Valentino Donna Born in Roma Eau de Parfum Fragrance at Nordstrom.com. I am assuming that the first was contaminated with another scent, or maybe was a perfume instead of EDT. Designed for living life in elegant irreverence, For the best experience, please turn your device, An awakening of zesty grapefruit notes and sparkling Italian bergamot, A Sensual, Nectarous peach accord intertwined with a modern touch of creamy Praline accord, A distinctively elegant, powdery trail of Iris notes, elongated by a woody touch of patchouli, Complimentary Gift Wrapping On All Orders, Valentino Beauty 2023 | This site is intended for U.S. consumers.

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