Going with something short longevity as I am expecting an anticipated package and have no clue when its arriving. This has been referenced to be similar to Invictus Aqua, which I haven't tried. This stuff is good and worth a blind buy if you like the notes, I think I picked this one up for $20 at Zara. Pic is not mine, just pulled from Google Image

During my reorganization of my fragrances this weekend I asked ChatGpt to help me with all of my fragrances, notes and ideal season and temperatures to wear. I created a spreadsheet with it with some filters and since we're having a high of 29 degrees today. I filtered any temp and this is the coldest temp scent I have (25-45 degrees). The others kick in at 35 degrees and above! 😜 So today I am wearing the Hermès Barenia Intense. New for 2025! It starts off really nice with strong projection but while woody you still get floral and even a little powder which I kind of like. We'll see how it lasts throughout the day! Hope you all have an outstanding Monday!! Here's what ChatGpt has to say with more detail. Barénia Intense – Hermès Fragrance Family: Leather / Woody / Earthy Gender: UnisexStyle: Warm, leathery, earthy, sensual, sophisticated Concentration: Eau de Parfum Perfumer: Christine Nagel Barénia Intense is a deeper, darker, more opulent interpretation of Hermès’ iconic Barénia leather — capturing a sense of luxury saddlery, warm hides, polished woods, and earthy patchouli. Compared to the original, Barénia Intense has more leather, more patchouli, more warmth, and more depth, with a quiet smoky undertone. ⭐ Scent Profile — Full Pyramid Hermès does not list official notes, but the scent profile is very well established: Top Notes - Clary sage – aromatic, slightly herbal - Pink pepper / warm spices – soft heat - Bright citrus dusting (not juicy citrus) Opening is aromatic and woody, with a whisper of warm spice. Heart Notes - Barénia leather – soft, supple, luxurious, saddle-like - Patchouli – earthy, rich, dense - Earthy florals (geranium, osmanthus-like nuance) - Warm spices – nutmeg/cardamom-like warmth This middle phase is the signature of Barénia Intense — dense, leathery, woody, earthy, and warm, beautifully blended. Base Notes - Woods (cedar + dry amberwood) - Vetiver – smoky, earthy - Balsamic resins – adds depth - Animalic undertone – extremely soft and refined - Smoky hints – elegant, never harsh