Good morning, fragrance family ☀️❄️ Getting myself together to head out into the elements today subzero Chicago again and looks like it’s here to stay for a while. Work is calling and I’ve got a doctor’s appointment on the schedule, so there’s no hiding from the cold. But if I’ve got to brave it, I’m doing it properly. Today I decided to make a statement, courtesy of my brother @Paul Bartnicki . I went with a bold layering combo: Xerjoff Alexandria II Anniversary paired with Pink Papua Pure Oud by Ensar Oud. And listen… this is absolutely NUCLEAR in the best way possible. Woody, floral, animalic, sweet and that unapologetic moderate feral oud that most folks would run from at full speed. I love it. Powerful, commanding, and not for the faint of heart. If I’m going to face the tundra, I’m doing it wrapped in greatness. Make it a great day, family and smell good doing it. 💪🏾🔥

Greetings from the enchanting city of canals, Venice! During my stay, I decided to try out a sample of Million Gold Elixir by Rabanne. Here are my thoughts on this intriguing scent. Upon the initial spritz, I was greeted with a delightful burst of sweet vanilla, perfectly balanced by a refreshing citrus note. This fresh citrus adds a lovely brightness that softens the sweetness, lingering for about 10 minutes before it gradually fades away. After that, the scent beautifully transitions to a heart centered around creamy, light sandalwood, with vanilla still in the mix. As the fragrance develops over time, around the six-hour mark, the sandalwood emerges as the dominant note. It offers a dry and smooth woody aroma that anchors the scent, while the vanilla lingers softly in the background, creating a warm and inviting ambiance. In terms of performance, Million Gold Elixir truly impresses. The initial projection is a sweet vanilla bomb, and even from a sample vial, I noticed strong projection lasting for about six hours. After that point, the scent remains closer to the skin but continues to cling to my clothing, showcasing Rabanne's knack for creating lasting fragrances. Overall, I found Million Gold Elixir to be a fantastic scent. It has a charming allure that would particularly appeal to younger individuals, making it a superb choice for teenagers and those in their mid-twenties, especially during the winter months. If I were younger, this would definitely be a bottle I'd want to add to my collection.