12/18/2014
ScentFan
332 Reviews
ScentFan
2
Not Obnoxious
I'm amazed that this bargain fragrance isn't completely obnoxious, given the price and the upside-down girl. I find it captivating, in fact--a fruity floral with depth and real class. There's certainly more than melon, peach and plum in here with the florals. Or maybe not, come to think of it. Melon is indolic, plum has richness and depth. Could that be all it took, because in spite of the fruits and florals, this isn't ultra sweet. I can see why they first called this "Helen of Troy" because it sure could be worn by "the face that launched a thousand ships." Well, she might not wear it every day. Some days would have to be reserved for Bal à Versailles, L'Heure Bleue, Opium and such. But for an off day in the palace garden, this is pretty good. Like the previous reviewer, I'm a bit afraid it will give me a headache, though, if I wear it too long. There's something slightly chemical about it that makes my nose want to retreat in favor of ... what else has these notes? ... Thierry's Angel (which gives me a headache, too). So, never mind.