A Tribute to Sean Connery: Guerlain Habit Rouge EDP Review

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Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. I hope everyone is doing well. I am in a somber mood today. As you probably already know, Sean Connery passed away. He was one of my favorite actors and a legendary James Bond, which if you have read my blog then you will know I am a huge fan of the series. 


Sir Sean Connery was known to wear Guerlain Jicky and Guerlain Habit Rouge. Some people that he also wore Creed Green Irish Tweed and Floris No 89, but those are only speculations. So, I decided to review Habit Rouge in a tribute to him, since I haven't reviewed it yet. 

A friend of mine did gift me a bottle of this because I didn't have it. He has no association with any fragrance houses. He's just a collector and it didn't work for him. 

This layout will be a bit different than my normal reviews. Let's get into it!


The Story 

I remember the first time I saw Sir Connery play James Bond in Dr. No. He was born to play that role. Although he has many other great titles to his name, I think James Bond is by far his most iconic. Ian Fleming changes part of Bond's story and character to make him fit Sean's look. He also made Bond Scottish because of him. 

He had the suave and gentlemanly character that perfectly embodied a character like Bond. Everything from his style, to his quips, to his charm. He literally made the franchise what it is today. 

I was going to try and name my favorite scene with him in it, but there are far too many to choose from and I am indecisive. If you watch the Bond movies with him in them, then you will certainly see what I mean. Just don't expect modern CGI with them and you will enjoy them. 

I will admit, the first Bond I watched was Pierce Brosnan, but I went back and watched Connery's ones as well and he is probably my favorite one. He was just an amazing actor overall. 

Rest in peace, Sir Sean Connery. May your body be laid to rest in Scotland. 

The Scent 

Habit Rouge opens with powdery rose which fights with a very tart lemon note. The lemon is honestly a bit offputting. Most people can't get past that part to enjoy the beautiful dry down. Patience pays off, my friends. 

As the tart lemon decides to calm down and stops shouting at us, a sweet and warm carnation shows itself. The signature Guerlain powdery and floral vanilla makes its presence felt, as it does in the majority of older Guerlains. A smooth leathery note forms a solid masculine base, which is rounded out by sandalwood and patchouli.

The dry down is very gentlemanly, powdery rose with a hint of sweet and warm florals, with the signature vanilla, which is grounded by leather and masculine woods. It's very calm and refined. 

My Opinion 

I am not going to beat around the bush. This is one of Jean-Paul Guerlain's masterpieces. I think this might have been the second masculine release from Guerlain. I think Vetiver was the first. Just as Vetiver has, this one has stood the test of time and is still cherished today. 

Some people call this a unisex release, which I agree with. Even though I do think it leans more masculine, it can still be worn by women comfortably. I still think it's very gentlemanly, at least on my skin. 

Going off of the gentlemanly statement, this fragrance isn't a big projector. It's made to be worn closer to the skin, but people will still smell it. I get a good 8-9 hours on my skin with it. 

Some people prefer the EDT, which isn't as deep and rich as the EDP. I actually prefer the EDP. 

As with most classics, this probably isn't suited for younger men or women. It's best for cooler weather, but it can be worn all year. 


Conclusion

A fitting scent for a fitting gentleman. You will be missed Sir Connery. Thank you for all of the memories and being the true Scotsman that you were. 

I hope you enjoyed my tribute. Remember to say a kind word to someone today. You never know who it might help. Be good and do good. Have a great Saturday. Be safe, everyone. 



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Boozy Seduction: Happyland El Goodo Review

 

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Good morning, ladies and gentlemen! I hope everyone is doing well today. I am doing just fine.I am waiting for a few packages to come in and I am excited to get them. 

The weather has been a bit cooler at night, so I have finally been able to give Happyland's El Goodo a good test run for a few nights. I tried it in the heat and didn't like it at all, so instead of rushing to conclusions, I waited and tried it in the cooler weather. The result were...Well, read the article :)

I did get this for free from Happyland. I do know the owner and I am a fan of him. So, there might be a slight bias in this review. I am just letting you know. I will still be 100% honest with my thoughts on the fragrance though.

Now, with that out of the way, let's get into it! 

(I am not going over the presentation this time because you can see it in the picture. I do have a full bottle, but it's been rainy here and the pictures didn't come out well)


Notes

Brandy, Dark Fruits, Cedar, Labdanum, Oakmoss, Beeswax, and White Musk


The Story 

Romance can bloom in the strangest of places...Awestruck lovers sitting across from each other with stars in their eyes. A blush on their cheeks, forgetting about the world around them. It's in these moments that an emotion is captured. An essence woven into the fabric of time for two people forever. 

The sweet aroma of joy and ecstasy, met with a special drink. The woods of the chairs. The sweet serenade of the memory clings to our brain like the heat of a fire on a cold night. A warming embrace that is a welcoming respite from the chill of reality. It puts our minds in overdrive, like bees swarming to create their sweet nectar. Nothing is as pleasing...or maddening, as these little moments etched into our brains for life. 


The Scent 

Happyland El Goodo opens up with a very sweet dark berry mixture accented by the fruity booziness of brandy. I think I can detect a bit of plum in there as well. It's very strong and very sweet during this time. 

Around 15 minutes later, the sweetness calms itself and a honey-like accord comes out. It's sweet, rich, and dark. I assume that this is the beeswax. A slightly peppery cedar that is quite dry forms the base to lift the other notes on top of it and gives it a solid grounding. It also works to keep this fragrance leaning masculine. There is also a faint hint of what I perceive to be a woodier version of oakmoss. 

Overall, this fragrances starts off very dark and sweet with hefty amounts of booze. It then settles down into a sweet woody fragrance with honey, fruit, and brandy. 


My Opinion

I didn't like El Goodo at first. As I said previously, I tried it in the heat and the sweetness was overbearing and cloying to me. It was just too sticky and strong. However, I waited, as I do with many fragrances to try them in different seasons. When the cooler nights came around I wore this a few times and it became something much more beautiful. So, my advice is that this is a strictly cold weather fragrance. 

El Goodo has a beautiful medley of dark and sweet accords met with woody notes that make it smell very seductive and romantic to me. This would be something I would wear for a date on Valentine's Day. 

I don't even need to mention performance. If you know Happyland, then you know they are Mancera levels of strong. 1-2 sprays max on this one or you will run the risk of suffocating those around you. If you wear this on a date and spray over that, then you might scare him/her off. You have been warned.

I do think this is a solid scent. It's not my favorite from Happyland, but it deserves a place in my collection. It will get some more wearings when it gets colder. I am just glad that I gave it a fair chance. I seriously hated it at first. I normally don't do well with sweet stuff, but since this is a darker sort of sweet with booze, I think I handle it much better than I normally do. 

As I say with everything, don't blind buy this. It won't be for everyone. Happyland sells samples and discovery kits.


Conclusion

I hope you enjoyed my review of El Goodo.  I will be reviewing Cravat Noir and Dawnbuster sometime early next month, so be looking out for that if you are a fan of Happyland's stuff. 

I hope everyone has a fantastic day. Be good and keep doing good. Say positive things today. You never know how much it could help someone. You never know what someone is dealing with. Even a simple smile can help. We need more good in this world. This year has been bad enough already. Until next time, be safe!


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A Classic Woody Fougere: Cerruti 1881(1990)

 Good morning, once again! I hope everyone is having a wonderful day so far. I am doing pretty well today. I have been sampling some great fragrances that I will be reviewing in the next two weeks. I think you folks will enjoy them.

I have reviewed Cerruti 1881 before, but I wasn't happy with it. My nose has evolved so much in the past 2 years that I thought I didn't do this beautiful fragrance the proper justice. That review will stay up. I like to remember where I came from, so I never delete any of my articles.

Well, that's enough backstory. Let's get into it!


The Story

Here I am once again. The golf course. Why do my friends love this game so much? I guess because it doesn't require teamwork. You can only blame yourself for your scores.

Speaking of fails...That is probably why I don't like this game. I am terrible at it. I would have a higher score shooting BB's at flies. Sacrifices must be made for your friends though. You can't always do stuff that only you want to. That is greedy. 

It's my turn to tee off. Oh boy, here comes the embarrassment again. I try to keep my form with my swing while putting power behind it. Clink! Well, at least I hit the ball. That is a good start. 

I watch as the ball goes high in the air and moves left...Right into a wooded forest area. Yep, this is par for the course. Pun intended. This is going to be a long day. I should have stuffed a hammock in my bag to take a nap over here. It's going to take me a while to get out of this. I might get par...for the entire 18 holes in this forest. What a day...At least the air is fresh.


The Scent 

Cerruti 1881 opens with an herbal freshness with powdery lavender. It's not ashamed to be a green fragrance. The fir needles of pine and juniper meet clean carnation and woody vetiver. A soft, but peppery cedar lingers in the background. 

The story was motivated by the thoughts of both a forest and a golf course that this fragrance brings to my mind. Also, my total lack of skill in playing golf. There is a reason I sold my clubs years ago.

Essentially, this is an oakmoss and lavender forward fragrance with fir needles, carnation, and cedar to back it up. It's woody, upscale smelling, and not overbearing. It smells like it came from the 80s, but it's not one of those thick and cloying fougeres. This one is a bit lighter and has some freshness to it. It's suitable for any season. 

It does come off as a bit more synthetic than other offerings in this time period. I am not sure if it was originally this way, or if regulations forced it to become this way. I still get a solid 6-7 hours out of it. 


My Opinion

Despite it being more synthetic than others, I do enjoy this one. I wouldn't consider it a must-buy though for classic collectors and lovers. I don't consider anything a must-buy though. You can pick up a 100ml for just under $30(link below). It seems reasonably priced for what it is.

Overall, it has its place in my collection. It's a nice fragrance, but it's not outstanding. A good refined mix of the 70s and 80s woody forest fragrances and a lighter style that would proceed into the 90s. So, I guess this fragrance was a bit ahead of its time...and a bit behind it at the same time. Such an anomaly.  


Conclusion

I hope you enjoyed today's review. Have a great day and don't forget to say some kind words. You never know how much it could help someone. These are troubled times and everyone needs a boost of joy in their life. Much love to all of you who still support me. Keep smelling great and being great. 


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A Cozy Evening: 4160 Tuesdays Shazam! Review

 

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Good morning! I hope everyone is having a fine start to their day. I am doing quite well myself. I have a lot of fragrances to catch up on, so that is why I am trying to release 3-4 reviews per week.

One of my friends decided to send me a few samples from a house I have been interested in for a while, which is 4160 Tuesdays. I had high expectations going into these because I have heard how great Sarah McCartney is at perfumery. I am not sure if the person who sent these to me wants to be mentioned, so I will leave them as anonymous for now. I will just say that she has no affiliation with 4160 Tuesdays. Thank you, anonymous friend. It's been a pleasure discovering this house. A few more reviews will come later. 

Without further ado, let's get into it!


The Story 

I can see the cabin in the distance. A warm glowing hearth in contrast to this desolate winter wasteland. The wind pushes against me as I inch forward ever so slightly. The bitter cold grasps my cheeks and makes my face too numb to even bear my teeth in an effort to oppose it. I push forward, step by step, until the orange glow graces my face. Home at last.

From the moment I step into the cabin, a warming sensation touches my cheeks with the sound of a crackling fire. The aroma of warm smoke and cedar waft in the air as I go to grab my favorite flannel with a cup of spiced cocoa. 

The cozy atmosphere is so comforting in contrast to the cold that penetrates your bones outside. Comfort, peace, and bliss come to mind. A place of calm and peace. A shelter from the storm. 


The Scent 

Shazam! opens with a shot of juniper, tangerine, and sweet olibanum. You would almost think this was a fresh fragrance with a smoky twist at first sniff, but Shazam! has much more in store for us. 

Balsamic cedar then jumps into the fray and gets spiced up by cardamom. Rich and smoky labdanum with sweet vanilla are the main players here and form the backbone of this fragrance. Warm cocoa is added and completes this atmospheric perfume.

This fragrance comes off as sweet, woody, resinous, smoky, and warm. 


My Opinion

I am not always a big fan of sweet scents, but I have to say, this one is excellent. It's very comforting and cozy. The use of rich resins and spices with cedar blends beautifully and makes me picture a cabin in the woods, as a refuge from the bitter cold. It is sweet, but not cloying or sickly sweet. It is refined in a way that works seamlessly with the resins and woods. 

This is certainly full-bottle worthy to me and I will certainly be getting one when I can afford it. From my testing, I have concluded that Sarah McCartney is a great perfumer and she lived up to the hype. There is one sample that I received that I didn't care that much for. However, there isn't a perfumer on earth that will impress me with every single fragrance they make. Sarah still gets high marks from me. I guess I kinda just ruined some of my other reviews, huh? Oh well...

 As much as I enjoy this one, remember that this is an indie house and the perfumes are artistic. Sample first. I do think this fragrance is more mass appealing than many indie offerings though. Make sure to test this in the cooler months. I imagine this will not smell as good in the heat due to the sweetness. 


Conclusion

I hope you enjoyed my first review on a 4160 Tuesdays fragrance. I plan on trying a few more from this house when I can. I think I have 2 or 3 more to review from samples that I received from my friend. 

Have a wonderful day and stay safe out there. A kind word goes a long way. Use them well and often. You never know what someone else is going through. Keep smelling great and being great



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Effortless Suave: Floris No 89 Review

 

Good morning, ladies and gents! I hope everyone is having a fantastic start to your day. I am doing well. This colder weather is really motivating me to review more fragrances. Even though this one is a warmer weather fragrance.

A legendary fragrance in its own right, Floris No 89 came out in 1951 and became wildly popular after being included in Ian Fleming's James Bond novels. It was probably pretty popular before then as well. Rumor has it that Prince Harry also wears this. As the case is with most celebrity claims, it is not confirmed. 

I am pretty excited to have this in my collection. I didn't purchase this one. A friend of mine sent it to me because he knows I am a big James Bond fan. This person has no affiliation with Floris or any fragrance houses. He is simply an enthusiast.


The Story

Those cold and crisp spring mornings always do something to me. I can't explain exactly what it is. The feeling of cold air in your lungs and seeing your breath in the air. It's uncomfortable at times, but it also harkens you back to your childhood when you would try to blow smoke rings with your breath. I was never able to accomplish this. If you were, then you probably superhuman. 

In the current era, you get up and put on your nice wool sweater for an early morning stroll. The mentholated chill of the air clings to your face like the sting from an aftershave. You can still smell the soap from your shower and gives random wafts from the treeline off in the distance. As the sun peeks out, a warm freshness invigorates you while the birds sing their songs of another day of life. The simple things in life are always appreciated if you take the time to do so.


The Scent

Floris No 89 opens with a sharp bergamot tang and bright oranges. Powdery lavender and rose work together to make this quintessentially English. The powdery notes are lifted by the citruses and give it a freshness that is common to scents of this era. 

When the heart starts to emerge, a cool and minty geranium pops up. What sets o 89 apart is that this geranium has a mentholated edge to it. This gives the fragrance the feel of an aftershave and a cool suaveness. These notes are supported by a green oakmoss and soft sandalwood. There is a slight spicy vibe in it. My guess would be that they used two types of geranium, both the minty and floral spicy sorts. I think I read that it has nutmeg in it as well, so that could be the spiciness, but I can't directly point it out as nutmeg. There is also an ever so slight creaminess, which I imagine is from the sandalwood, but I can't say for sure.

This fragrance comes off as a fresh and vibrant powdery barbershop with a minty pop and a spicy woody base. It does favor the warm weather more than the cooler months. 


My Opinion

Floris No 89 checks all of the boxes for me. It's beautifully composed. It's unique, but familiar. The price point is very good. I guess there is a reason that Floris is one of the oldest houses in the UK. 

Is it a masterpiece? No, it's not. It is a very beautiful fragrance that I am happy to have in my collection. This is one of my favorite warmer weather barbershop style fragrances. I said it before and I will say it again, this is a quintessential British gentleman's fragrance. 

Even though I enjoy this one quite a bit, sample it. This fragrance is not for everyone. Some people might view this as dated or old. I never thought that gentlemen were out of style. What do I know though? I need an alien decoder to understand half of what these younger folks say on Facebook these days.

I don't usually speak on performance, but this one lasts quite a while, but the projection isn't strong. As with most "gentlemanly" fragrances, this one is rather soft and it makes it even more beautiful.


Conclusion

I hope you enjoyed my review today. Have an amazing day and stay safe. Remember to say something positive today. You never know who it can help. A simple smile can make someone's day. Thank you for all of the support. Until next time, keep smelling great and being great. 


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Woody Wanderlust: January Scent Project Burvuvu Review

 

Hello, ladies and gentlemen. I hope everyone is doing well today. I am doing pretty well. I am glad that fall-like weather is finally upon us. Fall and winter are my favorite fragrant seasons. So many rich perfumes to wear and explore!

Today I will be covering January Scent Project's Burvuvu. Fragrantica writer and perfumer John Biebel composed this fragrance with the intent of bringing a realistic forest experience in a market that desperately needs more types of this fragrance. I am not sure if that is what his intent was, but I assume it was from my experience with the scent. 

I have no affiliation with Mr. Biebel. I think I spoke to him once or twice on a Facebook post(maybe it was on Instagram?). I get absolutely nothing from you clicking the links down below. They are just there for your convenience.

This is one of my favorite fragrance genres and I am excited about this one. Let's get into it!


The Story

Again I find myself here, in the desolate wild places that many men do not dare to tread. I am not many men. This is where I find my peace. Solace from a world full of technology-driven ambition that is devoid of the natural world. It is here that my mind reconnects with its primal nature and unlocks itself. 

As I walk through over the golden and red-hued leaves underfoot, I notice the gentle fog that shrouds the treeline from the nearby lake. It creates a hauntingly beautiful sight with the sun barely peeking over the mountain. 

I keep pressing on, over the soft wet dirt and mosses of the forest floor. There must be more to discover in this place that has been untouched by man for many years. The nearby flowers and mushrooms softly waft into my nose to remind me of where I am, even though I had not forgotten. 

As the fog starts to clear with daybreak and the sun caressing my face with warmth, I feel at home. This place is wild and untamed. It doesn't share its mysteries with anyone who comes upon its path. You have to get to know it first. It looks like I will be spending a lot more time here. I certainly won't be protesting that notion. 


The Scent

Burvuvu opens up with peppery and smoky cedar that is quite strong and in your face. This fragrance contains 3 types of cedar and I would venture to say all three are natural. If they aren't, then John certainly fooled me. It is pretty much a euphoric experience for a cedar lover. Seriously, words cannot describe how beautiful this opening is.

After the pepperiness of the cedar tames itself, you can a very earthy mushroom note. It darkens up the composition and gives a damp forest floor feel. I can also detect patchouli quite well, which I assume is meant to work with the mushroom note to bolster its earthy texture. 

Castoreum and honey add a bit of wild animalistic flavor to the composition. They aren't very strong, but you can vaguely detect them. 

While reading reviews for this perfume initially, I saw others strongly detected a rose note in here. I can't say that I pick that up at all...either that or it's hidden underneath the woods and earthiness to me.

Basically, what I end up with is a smoky and peppery cedar fragrance that has a strong and damp earthy undertone with a slight animalistic touch. It's pretty much a walk through a forest before dawn breaks.


My Opinion

I am just going to come out and say it...This is a masterpiece. I don't use that word very often. I have said that about 5 or so fragrances before. This one deserves it. 

I had been searching for a foresty fragrance for so long. Many of them came off like cheap shower gels or green fougeres. This one actually smells like a real forest. I can't say that this one ended my search for more forest-themed fragrances, but it is by far the best one I have tried yet.

This fragrance is a cedar lover's dream. Beautifully balanced, but strong and unashamed of who it is. It's like nature...the cedar notes are the warm embrace of the wilds. Don't get too comfortable though, the cold darkness of the earth will swallow you whole if you don't respect it. If you didn't get that, since I tend to speak in analogies quite often...I am saying that this fragrance has a deep contrast within it that gives it nice depth and character. 

This fragrance runs $65 for 30ml or $145 for 100ml(link below). You won't find many fragrances with this sort of quality and craftsmanship for $1.45 per ml. I think it's a very good price. Actually, I think John is selling himself short and could charge $180 for 100ml. That is his choice though. It's just my opinion.

I said a lot of positive things about this fragrance, but I still implore you to sample it first. This is artisanal perfumery and it won't be for everyone. 


Conclusion

I hope you enjoyed my take on Burvuvu. This was a fun one to explore. Honestly, I am still trying to pick out all of the nuances in it and I have worn it quite a bit. Sometimes these fragrances take a long time to dissect, but I was excited and wanted to share it with the world. 

Remember to say something kind to someone today. You never know what is going on in their life. You could bring someone back from the edge. Keep smelling great and spreading love. Until next time, be safe out there.



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The Freshest Happyland: Happyland Studio Gerranabis Review

 

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Good morning. ladies and gentlemen! I hope everyone has been well. I know it's been a while since I posted a review. I had some family issues that I had to take care of. I am hoping to still being able to get 1 or 2 reviews out per week though. 

Today, I have another Happyland fragrance for you. I have had this one for quite a while, but I didn't review it because the owner wasn't feeling well. After that, I ran into my family issue. So, here we are. A bit late, but here nonetheless. 

This is Happyland's take on a fresher fragrance. If any of you are familiar with their fragrances, they tend to favor dark, powerful, and intense fragrances, so this one is quite different than the rest of the line. I will be reviewing El Goodo when it gets colder as well. I don't think I can assess that one fairly in warm weather and I want to give it a fair shot. I will also be reviewing Dawnbuster and Cravat Noir soon as well.

Happyland did send this one to me for free, but as always, my opinion is my own. I am friends with the owner of Happyland, but I have said that some of his fragrances didn't impress me much, like Green Irish Tobacco. Other people love that one though. These are just my opinions after all :)

Without further ado, let's get into it!


Presentation

I do have a full bottle of this, but I opted to steal a picture from Happyland's website because I haven't had time to snap a picture yet.

Geranabis comes in the same bottles that all Happylands do. The standard resto man with the mustache adorns the bottle. The only change is that this one is green and features cannabis leaves on it. This is obviously an ode to the cannabis in this fragrance. I like seeing all of the different thing he pairs with the different scents on his bottles. He is quite creative in that regard.

The bottles also have the standard Happyland sprayer, which is akin to a snowblower that covers you in a mist of fragrance. You only need a spray or two. The atomizers are very potent.


Notes

Cannabis Flower, Geranium, Agarwood, Tomato Leaf, Clary Sage, Orris Root, Clove, and Cinnamon.


The Scent 

Upon spraying two sprays on my hand, I am greeted with a fresh herbal blast that is likened to a grassy texture. It feels a bit wet, similar to a dandelion stalk if you split it in half and smelled the aroma that exudes from that. This is not a skunky form of cannabis at all. It's quite fresh and clean.

The tomato leaf is also present, but not overbearing. It seems that most fragrances use tomato leaf as an herbal accent to accentuate other green notes. It's no different in this one. It is similar to the tomato leaf note in Perfumology's L'Ima, which is a wonderfully aromatic fragrance that smells like a Mediterranean garden

After that, you are met with the resinous nature of cannabis. It's not super potent and it's smoothed over by the floral geranium. The geranium isn't mentholated and minty like in Brut or Floris no 89. This version is more of a slightly sweet and fresh floral.

The clary sage is more fresh and wet, instead of dry. Maybe the other notes at play make it feel this way to me. The orris serves as an accent to make the geranium shine more to me. It adds a bit of sweet floralness to it, while keeping it clean with an even so slight powdery nuance. 

I do not pick up any cinnamon or clove. My guess would be they are hidden and meant to boost the contrast of the cannabis flower and its resinous nature. I also don't detect any agarwood in this. 


My Opinion

I am typically not a fan of cannabis fragrances. I always fear that I will smell like someone who smokes pot. I don't smoke pot and I don't want to smell like that. However, Gerranabis doesn't smell like that at all. It's a fresh and vibrant green fragrance with a cannabis twist. It's beautifully executed and smooth. This is probably the smoothest blend that Happyland has produced to date. It's probably the most wearable they have produced as well.

I can't say that Gerranabis is my favorite from Happyland. It will take something stellar to break into my top 3 from the house, but this is still a very nice fragrance that has earned its place in my collection. It's a very well thought out fragrance that executes what it is trying to do flawlessly. 

I normally don't mention performance much, but as with all Happyland fragrances, this one lasts around 9 hours and projects heavily. This is one that you could get away with spraying a bit more than normal with their fragrances, but I would still not suggest overspraying any fragrance. 

Overall, this is a beautiful fragrance for spring, but it can work for summer as well. It's casual, clean, and it is unique. As always, sample first. Happyland offers samples of their entire line. This might not be for everyone and don't let my opinion influence you to buy a fragrance that you might regret.


Conclusion

I hope you enjoyed my review of Gerranabis. Have an amazing day and remember to say a kind word to someone. You never know who it might help. Life is too short to walk around angry. Stay safe out there. 

 
 
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