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03/20/2024
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Summery elegance
As the hype around XerJoff grew due to the massive (and sometimes brazen) influencer marketing, I ordered some XerJoff samples: Alexandria II, Tony Iommy, Torino 21, Kobe, Renaissance, Naxos, and more.
I have to admit, to my nose, which was perhaps already somewhat influenced by the price, marketing and presentation of the fragrances, the XerJoff DNA somehow actually managed to immediately exude a noble and refined flair - I find that all these fragrances actually smell very fine, "high-quality" and even luxurious.
In my opinion, the prices are still steep and these luxury associations don't really suit me, as I'm not a rich snob and don't want to identify with the rich and beautiful through luxury products,
...but somehow the Torino 21 just wouldn't let me go.
I told myself that no freshie in the world could justify paying significantly more than 200 euros for 100ml on average. I tried to find cheaper alternatives with similar DNA. I did find some, but at the end of my journey I ended up back where I started - either because the fragrances were either just as expensive/more expensive (e.g. Nishane or Roja) or because they really evaporated too quickly for me (those Guerlain stories).
For me, Torino 21 is a fragrance that combines the notes of citrus fruits and mint in a harmonious blend while remaining on the sweeter side - which probably triggers those "mojito vibes" in many people. It exudes lightness, good humor and vacation feelings and retains this "subtlety" of the XerJoff DNA. For a citrus fragrance, I find the sillage and longevity of the scent good, but I'm also not impressed or think the price is immediately justified. However, you could also say that the fragrance holds a light refreshingly sweet base note for a relatively long time in drydown, which is not too intrusive.
However, at the end of the day, the fragrance is neither truly unique nor a long-lasting beast.
What I absolutely cannot understand on Parfumo are these toilet stone or cleaning product comments under any fragrance that contains any form of prominent citrus - I don't perceive that here at all, especially due to the fine mint and sweetness of the fragrance (Wrigley's Spearmint or lemon soda more so).
But then why the Torino 21?
The fragrance reminds me of my childhood, as my parents often went to the Mediterranean. It triggers something positive and calming in me that no other competing product manages to do, and that's why it's worth the price to me, as I don't think you can complain about the quality of the fragrance. But it could have been any other fragrance that triggers me so positively.
So I would test it first and smell through similar fragrances before I buy it. Because it really doesn't have to be Torino21 if you like fresh, minty-sweet fragrances or a Mediterranean flair ...
(...especially if you put XerJoff and what the brand "represents" on your shelf almost with a certain ambivalence and/or aversion)
I have to admit, to my nose, which was perhaps already somewhat influenced by the price, marketing and presentation of the fragrances, the XerJoff DNA somehow actually managed to immediately exude a noble and refined flair - I find that all these fragrances actually smell very fine, "high-quality" and even luxurious.
In my opinion, the prices are still steep and these luxury associations don't really suit me, as I'm not a rich snob and don't want to identify with the rich and beautiful through luxury products,
...but somehow the Torino 21 just wouldn't let me go.
I told myself that no freshie in the world could justify paying significantly more than 200 euros for 100ml on average. I tried to find cheaper alternatives with similar DNA. I did find some, but at the end of my journey I ended up back where I started - either because the fragrances were either just as expensive/more expensive (e.g. Nishane or Roja) or because they really evaporated too quickly for me (those Guerlain stories).
For me, Torino 21 is a fragrance that combines the notes of citrus fruits and mint in a harmonious blend while remaining on the sweeter side - which probably triggers those "mojito vibes" in many people. It exudes lightness, good humor and vacation feelings and retains this "subtlety" of the XerJoff DNA. For a citrus fragrance, I find the sillage and longevity of the scent good, but I'm also not impressed or think the price is immediately justified. However, you could also say that the fragrance holds a light refreshingly sweet base note for a relatively long time in drydown, which is not too intrusive.
However, at the end of the day, the fragrance is neither truly unique nor a long-lasting beast.
What I absolutely cannot understand on Parfumo are these toilet stone or cleaning product comments under any fragrance that contains any form of prominent citrus - I don't perceive that here at all, especially due to the fine mint and sweetness of the fragrance (Wrigley's Spearmint or lemon soda more so).
But then why the Torino 21?
The fragrance reminds me of my childhood, as my parents often went to the Mediterranean. It triggers something positive and calming in me that no other competing product manages to do, and that's why it's worth the price to me, as I don't think you can complain about the quality of the fragrance. But it could have been any other fragrance that triggers me so positively.
So I would test it first and smell through similar fragrances before I buy it. Because it really doesn't have to be Torino21 if you like fresh, minty-sweet fragrances or a Mediterranean flair ...
(...especially if you put XerJoff and what the brand "represents" on your shelf almost with a certain ambivalence and/or aversion)
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