So this came last night finally. For some reason Jamal Moore was higher on the delivery schedule than I was even though I ordered first. (Frustrating) Well I did one spray on the neck last night and couldn’t not wear this today. Talk about a very different scent profile than I was expecting. I really don’t find this rose forward but only a background “binder”. This was vastly brighter on opening than I expected as well. So many nuances to this fragrance I don’t know where to start. While I’m not comfortable giving a rating on this yet, I can say that I am blown away at the progression of this frag. Not linear at all. This one changes every ten minutes or so and has me constantly going back as I catch a different scent profile in the sillage. Wow is all I can say atm. Absolutely happy at this blind buy. Sadly I am wondering if I should have bought the 100ml instead of the 50ml.

Another one in my collection without being used until today. I bought this one as a used tester. This is a clone of Roja Elysium (I have not tried this one). Imperium opening has a very citrusy, green, fresh, aromatic and uplifting aroma (that gives me gin/tonic like vibes). The dried down is enriched by the woody, resinous and very mussy nuances, making the scene more masculine and alluring. Projection and longevity are average. A perfect fragrance for the warmer weather, casual occasions, the office and the gym.