Well, Solare and Mare officially complete my Italy Collection, and I have to say, Marcelo — The Niche Fragrance Guy — really went all out on this one. The presentation is beautiful and absolutely feels like you’re opening something special. Solare is the brighter, sunnier one for me — sparkling citrus, a little spice, some juicy fruitiness and a smooth sweet woody base. Very warm, lively and easy to enjoy. Mare goes in a fresher, greener direction — citrus, aromatic greens, a little pepper and woods underneath. It gives me that Mediterranean feel without just smelling like another basic aquatic. Two very different fragrances, but together they really round out the collection nicely. Great mail call, beautiful presentation, and Marcelo absolutely killed it with this Italy Collection.

Mission Fragrance Courage today. Class A uniform for a funeral. Favorite fragrance but its been awhile.

I ran out of the house this morning. I have about 5 to 6 hours worth of errands. I decided that I needed a quick pick me up and something fresh so I went with Torino 21 and I grabbed the Montagne version Torino 2021 so I could do a quick refresh a few hours from now.

Today I’m continuing my exploration of Xerjoff with Torino21. And right from the start, this one has a very different personality from some of the fragrances I’ve been testing lately. It definitely has presence. The opening feels bright, green and almost electric to me. There is a freshness that wakes me up immediately, but dries down into a nice powder with a touch of woodiness This one wants you to know it is there. 😎. Or I could've just over sprayed I Tiny bit! 😜 I’m getting a really nice scent bubble around me this morning, with enough projection that I don’t have to keep checking whether I can still smell it. It isn’t obnoxious, but it is definitely more of an attention getter. I may or may not have moved a little closer to French Whore Territory today. 😜 But my book keeper is on vacation and no one else will be hones with me! 🙏 And after some recent samples where I was wondering where the fragrance went, I have to admit it is pretty nice to wear something that actually sticks its hand up and says: “Yep. I’m still here.” 😂 So far, this is a very good first impression.

“But I believe that if you want real success you have to take some risks.”— Anne Flipo Success rarely comes from staying completely comfortable. The risks do not have to be reckless, they can be the small, deliberate choices that stretch your confidence, sharpen your craft, and move you closer to the person you are becoming. Enjoy the #Journey. Love to hear from ya’!