{"title":"Perfume samples for summer","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"al-ambra-black-forest-elixir-extrait-de-parfum-sample","title":"Al Ambra Black Forest Elixir Extrait de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eAl Ambra calls Black Forest Elixir an aldehydic floral made modern, and says it is airy, polished and structured. It is an Extrait de Parfum, so it sits closer to the skin than a light spray would. A 10 ml decant lets you find out how that clean, slightly powdery character behaves on you before you think about the 50 ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Aldehydes, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange, White Peach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Orange Blossom, Lily of the Valley, Ambrette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Musk, Vanilla, Ambroxan, Patchouli, Woods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you meet first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAldehydes, bergamot, mandarin orange and white peach make the first minutes. Expect a bright, sparkling start with a pale fruit softness under it. On a sample this is the part to judge on clean skin, before the flowers take over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere the flowers arrive\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrange blossom, lily of the valley and ambrette form the heart. The flowers come across white and a little green, and ambrette ties them to the base with a soft, musky warmth. If you dislike heavy bouquets, this is the stage that shows whether it suits you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it settles\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base holds musk, vanilla, ambroxan, patchouli and woods. The brand keeps it clean and slightly powdery, with vanilla in a mild supporting role. Wear the decant through a full day to see whether the drydown stays tidy on your skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpray the decant on clean skin in the morning, on a wrist or the side of the neck, and go about a normal day. The brand recommends it for daily and office wear, so try it at work first. Repeat on a second and a third day in spring or summer weather before you decide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is listed as unisex and suits anyone who wants a polished, structured floral rather than a sweet or heavy one. People who like clean, soapy brightness and a quiet finish tend to enjoy this style. If you usually reach for dark gourmands, test it before assuming it fits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Al Ambra Black Forest Elixir as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAldehydes divide opinion: some people find them elegant, others find them sharp. Because this Extrait is built on them, a few days of wearing tells you more than a description can. The 10 ml decant is filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs this a sample made by Al Ambra itself?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, it is not an official brand sample. It is a 10 ml decant that FragranceGems fills from the original bottle into a glass spray vial and labels itself. The house is not involved and we are not affiliated with Al Ambra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat should I look for when I test it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNotice how the aldehydes feel in the first minutes, whether the orange blossom stays clean on you, and how powdery the base becomes. Those three points decide if the full bottle is for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I wear the decant for several days?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. A 10 ml decant gives you many wearings, enough for several test days in different weather and moods, which is the point of buying a sample first.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Al Ambra","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693350846618,"sku":"DG-AAM-BLACK-FOREST-ELIXIR-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693350879386,"sku":"DG-AAM-BLACK-FOREST-ELIXIR-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693318307994,"sku":"DG-AAM-BLACK-FOREST-ELIXIR-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/al-ambra-black-forest-elixir-extrait-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395542"},{"product_id":"al-ambra-black-forest-extrait-de-parfum-sample","title":"Al Ambra Black Forest Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eAl Ambra Black Forest is an Extrait de Parfum with only three listed notes: grapefruit, ambroxan and woody notes. The Dubai house describes it as minimal and close to the skin, a quieter take on citrus. A scent this restrained is hard to judge from a description, which makes a 10 ml decant a sensible first meeting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Grapefruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Ambroxan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Woody Notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOpening: grapefruit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe first thing you meet is grapefruit, and nothing else sits beside it in the pyramid. Expect a juicy, slightly bitter brightness with no added sweetness. On the wrist it should arrive as a clean glow rather than a sharp citrus burst, which is the effect the house describes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHeart: ambroxan\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmbroxan takes the place of the citrus in the middle. It is a smooth, faintly mineral note that gives the fruit a calm surface to settle on and softens the brightness. From here the perfume starts to feel like skin, so judge it once the opening has faded, not in the first minute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDrydown: woody notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base is listed simply as woody notes, so no single tree is named. What to expect is a dry, quiet wood with a musky edge, as the house puts it. The finish stays clean and unsweet. Wear the sample on skin to see how much of that dry softness you actually notice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePut the decant on clean skin in the morning and carry on with an ordinary day, ideally one with the office or the gym in it. Come back to the scent at different moments and notice how it changes. Repeat on a second day with a different amount. A restrained scent shows its character over several wearings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeople who want citrus without the sharp edge, and anyone who prefers a perfume that stays in the background at work or at sport. It is unisex. If your idea of a pleasant scent is a freshly washed shirt rather than a statement, this is the kind of profile to try.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Al Ambra Black Forest as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMinimal perfumes depend on personal chemistry: grapefruit and ambroxan can sound crisp on one skin and nearly invisible on another. A 10 ml decant, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us, lets you find out in daily life. It is not a brand sample, and Al Ambra is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat do I get in the sample?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10 ml decant in a glass spray vial, filled by FragranceGems from the original Black Forest bottle and labelled by us. It is not made or supplied by Al Ambra, and we are not affiliated with the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it a heavy perfume?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Although it is an Extrait de Parfum, the composition is light and clean, built on only three notes. That is exactly why it is worth testing on your own skin before you decide on a full bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhich notes will I notice?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrapefruit first, then ambroxan, ending in woody notes. The brand lists nothing else, so there is no hidden sweet layer to wait for. What changes is mostly how close or how open it feels.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Al Ambra","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693351338138,"sku":"DG-AAM-BLACK-FOREST-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693351370906,"sku":"DG-AAM-BLACK-FOREST-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693319848090,"sku":"DG-AAM-BLACK-FOREST-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/al-ambra-black-forest-extrait-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395638"},{"product_id":"fascent-i-fig-you-eau-de-parfum-sample","title":"Fascent I Fig You Eau de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eI Fig You is a green Eau de Parfum from the French house Fascent, launched in 2023 and described as an energetic escape into nature that comes with a dress code. Green tea, sage and citrus lead; fig leaf and carrot seeds make the middle; vetiver and cedar wood hold the base. Green scents vary a lot on skin, so a 10 ml decant is a fair way to test this one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Green tea, Sage, Citruses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Fig leaf, Carrot seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Vetiver, Cedar wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCool and clear\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe top reads like crushed leaves and fresh peel. Green tea adds a pale, faintly bitter freshness, sage a dry herbal note, and the citruses lift it all with a clean sharpness. Nothing here is sweet, and that is deliberate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLeaf over fruit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFig leaf is the green centre, closer to the leaf than to the fruit and slightly bitter. Carrot seeds sit below it with an earthy, dry, root-like texture. The heart stays light on its feet and keeps the green in focus instead of drifting into sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA dry, upright finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVetiver is earthy, grassy and dry, cedar clean and straight. In the base they hold the fresh opening in place and keep the finish calm and woody, with no sugar to soften it. The brand pitches the whole as botanical and grounding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTreat it as a daytime scent and put it to work: a desk, a walk, a mild morning. A light application is enough to judge the green and the woods. Then try it again on a warmer day, since spring and summer suit fresh green scents, and see whether the dry base still feels right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeople who rank green, herbal and woody scents above sweet ones and want something clean for the office, outdoors or travel. Unisex, and suited to anyone who values freshness with a little earth in it. If you look for fruit or vanilla, the pyramid has none.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Fascent I Fig You as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFig leaf and carrot seeds are not everyday notes, and green fragrances can turn sharp or bitter on some skins. The bottle in full is 30 ml, so there is little room to experiment once you own it. A 10 ml decant lets you check the green on your own skin first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is the decant exactly?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e10 ml of I Fig You Eau de Parfum, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle into a glass spray vial and labelled by us. It is not a brand sample and Fascent is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it a sweet perfume?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The pyramid holds green tea, sage, citrus, fig leaf, carrot seeds, vetiver and cedar wood, and nothing sweet. The overall mood is leafy and dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhich season suits it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpring and summer fit a fresh green scent, by day and at work. The woody base keeps it wearable on mild autumn days too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes it have a named perfumer?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur source does not name one, so we do not either. We know the house, Fascent, is French and the perfume dates from 2023.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fascent","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693351272602,"sku":"DG-FAS-I-FIG-YOU-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693351305370,"sku":"DG-FAS-I-FIG-YOU-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693319782554,"sku":"DG-FAS-I-FIG-YOU-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/fascent-i-fig-you-eau-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395638"},{"product_id":"matiere-premiere-parisian-musc-eau-de-parfum-sample","title":"Matière Première Parisian Musc Eau de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eParisian Musc, from Matière Première, builds a fluid, minimal, urban Eau de Parfum on ambrette seed from Peru, which the brand calls the only plant-based natural musk. The list is completed by Virginia cedar, ambrettolide, ambroxan and a fig-leaf note. Aurélien Guichard is the perfumer. Quiet musk scents vary widely from skin to skin, so a decant is the careful first step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmbrette seed (Peru), Cedar oil (Virginia), Ambrettolide, Ambroxan, Fig leaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA seed that smells of skin\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe seed supplies a soft, faintly fruity musk that is warm like skin and fully plant-based. Ambrettolide, an aroma molecule the brand names, stretches the musky quality, so the seed can carry the whole perfume. On your skin, this is the layer to study first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCedar, ambroxan, fig leaf\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVirginia cedar adds dry, pencil-clean wood. Ambroxan, a second named aroma molecule, joins wood and musk into one soft surface. The fig leaf brings a green touch, the leaf and sap of the tree rather than its fruit. Together they keep the musk from sitting too soft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFluid, minimal, close\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe list explains the brand's word fluid: no heavy resin, no sweet fruit, no dense floral. The perfume should sit close, clean and a little green, more a quality of the skin than a trail. Whether that feels refined or too faint is exactly what a few test days reveal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePut the decant on clean skin and let it work without competing scents. Wear it to a desk for a day, then to a quieter weekend, and check how near it stays. Quiet scents do not announce themselves, so ask yourself in the afternoon whether you can still sense it, and whether you like what you find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor anyone after a clean scent that stays near the skin, with some structure from cedar and a green edge of leaf. The house calls its fragrances gender neutral, and this one suits anyone who would sooner be noticed up close than across a room. If you want a scent that announces you, the sample will show how restrained this one is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Matière Première Parisian Musc as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA single plant-based musk carries the whole perfume, so how you perceive it matters more than usual, and musk perception differs a lot between people. The list is short and frank, even naming the aroma molecules. Wearing a 10 ml decant filled from the original bottle shows how it behaves on you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is in the decant?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eParisian Musc Eau de Parfum, filled by FragranceGems from the original 100 ml bottle into a 10 ml glass spray vial and labelled by us. Matière Première does not supply it, and we are not affiliated with the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is ambrette seed?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe seed of a plant, with a musky aroma. The brand calls it the only plant-based natural musk, and here it is the Peruvian centrepiece of the perfume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy are the notes a single list?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMatière Première lists five materials without splitting them into levels. We follow that and show one list, so nothing is moved or invented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it a good one for an office test?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a calm, close perfume, so the decant is easy to test among other people. Wear it for a working day and see whether it stays pleasantly present for you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Matière Première","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693351469210,"sku":"DG-MPR-PARISIAN-MUSC-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693351501978,"sku":"DG-MPR-PARISIAN-MUSC-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693319880858,"sku":"DG-MPR-PARISIAN-MUSC-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/matiere-premiere-parisian-musc-eau-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791397494"},{"product_id":"fascent-leau-dor-dort-eau-de-parfum-sample","title":"Fascent L'Eau d'Or Dort Eau de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eL'Eau d'Or Dort is a quiet Eau de Parfum from the French house Fascent, which makes all its scents unisex. Bergamot, citron and lemon open it, orange blossom, petit grain and a clean linen accord form the heart, and aldehydes with white musk close it. Fascent calls every part of it subtle, and subtle scents are the ones you most need to wear before you judge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Bergamot, Citron, Lemon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Orange blossom, Petit grain, Clean linen accord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Aldehydes, White musk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThree citrus shades\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBergamot, citron and lemon give three variations on one idea, from sharp and bright to rounder and peel-like. Spray the decant and watch how quickly this top fades. Light citrus often passes fast, and you will see that on your own skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlossom, leaf and linen\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrange blossom brings a clean, faintly honeyed softness, petit grain adds a green, bitter-citrus shade from the leaf, and the linen accord suggests sun-dried fabric. This middle is the character of the scent, and an afternoon of wearing shows if it feels fresh or a little too plain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAldehydes and white musk\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAldehydes give the base a soft, sparkling, soapy air, while white musk keeps everything smooth and near the skin. The brand places the aldehydes in the base. Because the finish is gentle, how it lingers is personal, which is the main reason to test it before buying 30 ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTest it on a plain day, without strong food or other scents near you. Put the decant on clean skin in the morning and check back at lunch and in the afternoon, once at a desk and once outdoors in the warm. Fascent suggests pairing its scents for layering, but judge this one alone first, so you know what you are layering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeople who want perfume to feel like clean skin and fresh laundry in sunlight, with nothing loud or sweet. Fascent makes it unisex. It suits working days, warm weekends and travel. If you like scents with a long, heavy trail, the sample tells you quickly whether this one is too light for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Fascent L'Eau d'Or Dort as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA subtle composition rewards patience, and a 30 ml bottle is a small one, so it makes sense to be sure. The citrus is three fruits, the heart mixes flower, leaf and fabric, and the base is aldehydes and white musk. Wearing a decant lets you decide if that precise quiet fits your day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs the decant a Fascent sample?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is our own filling: FragranceGems takes the Eau de Parfum from the original bottle, puts it in a 10 ml glass spray vial and labels it. Fascent is not involved, and we are not affiliated with the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs this only a summer scent?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe citrus makes it natural for spring and summer, but its clean, quiet character may work indoors in colder months too. A decant is a good way to check that on a cooler day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is a clean linen accord?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA composed impression, not one raw material, meant to suggest freshly washed, sun-dried fabric. In L'Eau d'Or Dort it sits next to orange blossom and petit grain in the heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWill the decant let me test layering?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, within reason. Fascent designs its perfumes to be worn alone or layered, so a 10 ml vial gives you room to wear this one alone for a few days first and then experiment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fascent","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693351600282,"sku":"DG-FAS-LEAU-DOR-DORT-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693351633050,"sku":"DG-FAS-LEAU-DOR-DORT-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693319946394,"sku":"DG-FAS-LEAU-DOR-DORT-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/fascent-leau-dor-dort-eau-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395641"},{"product_id":"al-ambra-dubai-musk-extrait-de-parfum-sample","title":"Al Ambra Dubai Musk Extrait de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eDubai Musk is an Extrait de Parfum from Al Ambra, a house based in Dubai, and it is built to stay close to the skin. The brand describes it as clean and minimal, with white musk, magnolia and light citrus. Quiet scents like this are best judged on your own skin, so a 10 ml decant is a sensible first step before a 50 ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Bergamot, Black Currant, Soft Musk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Magnolia, Mandarin Orange, Sandalwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Musk, Hedione\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCitrus, berry and a first touch of musk\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe opening pairs bergamot with black currant, a bright peel next to a darker berry, and soft musk is already underneath. Expect something tidy and slightly tart rather than sweet. On a sample this first stretch is worth noting on its own, before the heart takes over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMagnolia, mandarin and sandalwood\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the middle, magnolia gives a creamy, gentle floral, mandarin keeps a trace of brightness, and sandalwood rounds everything with a smooth, slightly milky wood. Nothing here is sharp. This is the stage where the scent starts to merge with your own skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA musk base with Hedione\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMusk and Hedione carry the drydown. The musk stays soft and close, while Hedione adds an airy, transparent quality. The brand calls the whole thing a skin scent, so the drydown is where you find out whether that quiet character is what you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eApply the decant to clean skin, on the wrist or the inside of the elbow, on an ordinary day rather than a special one. Because it is soft and close, an office day or a quiet afternoon is a fair test. Come back to it as the day goes on, and try it again in warmer weather, which the brand recommends it for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who likes a musk that stays quiet, with a little flower and citrus around it, and who wonders whether a skin scent is too faint to be worth a bottle. It also suits people who wear perfume at work or in shared rooms. The brand makes it unisex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Al Ambra Dubai Musk as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMusk is personal: the same soft musk can feel clean on one person and plain on another, and an Extrait de Parfum is a bigger commitment than a light cologne. The decant is filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us, so you can wear it for a few days. It is not a brand sample, and Al Ambra is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat do I get in a Dubai Musk sample?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10 ml decant in a glass spray vial, filled by FragranceGems from the original Al Ambra bottle and labelled by us. It is not a brand sample, and Al Ambra is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it more floral or more musky?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMainly musk, with magnolia as a gentle floral note. Bergamot, black currant and mandarin keep it fresh. The brand describes the result as clean and minimal rather than loud.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWill it suit the office?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe brand recommends it for daily wear and designed it to stay soft and close, so a sample is a good way to see how it sits around colleagues before you decide on the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow many wearings does a decant give?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10 ml decant is enough for many wearings, so you can try it across several days and in different weather before deciding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Al Ambra","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693351796890,"sku":"DG-AAM-DUBAI-MUSK-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693351829658,"sku":"DG-AAM-DUBAI-MUSK-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693320011930,"sku":"DG-AAM-DUBAI-MUSK-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/al-ambra-dubai-musk-extrait-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395641"},{"product_id":"fascent-radical-softness-eau-de-parfum-sample","title":"Fascent Radical Softness Eau de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eFascent Radical Softness is an Eau de Parfum built on contrast: gentle and strong at once. According to the brand, it is a clean, musky scent with a trace of animal warmth that hugs the skin and feels intimate, not sweet. Skin scents depend heavily on the wearer, so a 10 ml decant is the best way to see how it settles on you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Pink pepper, White tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Cyclamen, Frangipani flower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Skin-to-skin accord, Ambrox, White musk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhite tea and a dry spark\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt begins airy, led by pink pepper and white tea. There is no citrus rush, and nothing sweet, just a dry flicker of pepper and a pale, calm freshness. It prepares you for a perfume that is meant to be experienced up close, not across a room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCyclamen and frangipani\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe heart pairs cyclamen, a watery, fresh-feeling flower, with frangipani, which adds creamy white petals. Together they form a gentle bridge between the clean start and the warm skin accord below, and they never turn heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA skin-to-skin accord\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base is made of a skin-to-skin accord, white musk and Ambrox. The accord hints at body warmth, Ambrox lends a clean glow, and the musk keeps everything smooth. This is the contrast the brand talks about, and it is the part that varies most from person to person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWear the decant on a normal working day first, because this scent works at close distance, at a desk or at a dinner table. Apply it lightly on the neck or wrist and notice how it blends with your own skin over the course of the day. Then try it in the evening to see whether it still feels present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe brand makes it unisex, and it is for people who want their musk soft and clean, quiet instead of sugary. If you prefer a scent that stays personal over one that announces itself, a sample is a sensible start. It suits anyone intrigued by a perfume that is gentle and strong together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Fascent Radical Softness as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA skin-to-skin accord is a hard idea to judge from words, because the whole point is how it merges with your own warmth. FragranceGems fills the 10 ml decant from the original bottle, and we label it. It is not a brand sample, and the house is not involved in what we do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is a skin-to-skin accord?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a note that aims to recall the warmth of a person's skin. In Radical Softness it sits in the base next to white musk and Ambrox, giving the perfume its intimate, slightly animal side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs the decant the same as the full bottle?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. We fill a glass spray vial of 10 ml from the original bottle and label it. It is a decant and not a Fascent sample, and we are not affiliated with the brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it a sweet perfume?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The brand calls it intimate and carnal, and sweetness is not its aim. A floral heart follows the pepper and tea, and the base is musky and clean. Trying it shows how that suits you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I wear it every day?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts soft, close character is easy to live with at work and in the evening, and it is not tied to one season. A decant lets you wear it for a few days and see if you reach for it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fascent","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693352353946,"sku":"DG-FAS-RADICAL-SOFTNESS-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693352386714,"sku":"DG-FAS-RADICAL-SOFTNESS-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693320306842,"sku":"DG-FAS-RADICAL-SOFTNESS-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/fascent-radical-softness-eau-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395644"},{"product_id":"al-ambra-ravenna-extrait-de-parfum-sample","title":"Al Ambra Ravenna Extrait de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eRavenna is an Extrait de Parfum from Al Ambra, a Dubai house, and the brand calls it clean yet grounded. A bright fruit and citrus opening sits over a drier tea and wood finish. That balance depends a lot on skin, so a 10 ml decant is a sensible way to learn how it behaves on you before you think about a 50 ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Lemon, Bergamot, Orange, Pineapple, Mango\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Ginger, Cinnamon, Tunisian Neroli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Black Tea, Guaiac Wood, Rosemary, Ambroxan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe fruit comes first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn skin the opening is quick: lemon, bergamot and orange for the citrus, pineapple and mango for ripe, golden fruit. It is juicy and warm rather than sharp. Wearing a decant lets you judge this first impression on its own, away from a paper strip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGinger, cinnamon and neroli\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnce the top settles, ginger and cinnamon add a mild warmth, and Tunisian neroli, a clean orange-flower note, ties the spice to the fruit. Wear it through a whole afternoon to see how this middle stage behaves, because it decides if the fruit stays cheerful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTea, woods and ambroxan\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlack tea, guaiac wood, rosemary and ambroxan carry the base. They dry the fruit out and leave a tidy, airy finish. This is the stage most people want to know before buying a bottle, and a decant lets you reach it on several different days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePut the decant on clean skin in the morning, on a day without strong food or other perfume around. Check it soon after applying, again at midday and once more in the evening. Try a second day in warmer weather and a third in cooler, since citrus and tea will not weigh the same in both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeople who love fruity citrus but fear it will turn sugary, and who prefer a drier finish of tea and wood. It is unisex. Pineapple and mango give it a sunny character, so bright, warm days are its natural setting. If you lean towards sweet gourmand scents, wear the sample first to see whether it feels too dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Al Ambra Ravenna as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn Extrait is concentrated, and a 50 ml bottle is a real commitment. Ravenna also has plenty going on, with five notes on top, three in the heart and four underneath, so how it blends differs from skin to skin. A 10 ml decant filled by FragranceGems lets you wear it properly before you decide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat exactly is in the decant?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRavenna Extrait de Parfum, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle into a 10 ml glass spray vial and labelled by us. It is not made or supplied by Al Ambra, and we are not affiliated with the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs a sample enough to judge the scent?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor several test days, yes. A 10 ml decant gives you many wearings, enough to try Ravenna at different times of day and in different weather, which says more than one quick spray ever could.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it the same perfume as the 50 ml bottle?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is the same Extrait de Parfum, only moved into a smaller vial. The composition stays as Al Ambra made it; the vial and the label are ours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat should I watch for in the drydown?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet the citrus and fruit fade, then note whether the black tea, guaiac wood and ambroxan feel clean and airy to you or a little too dry. That is the part the sample is for.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Al Ambra","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693352485018,"sku":"DG-AAM-RAVENNA-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693352517786,"sku":"DG-AAM-RAVENNA-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693320339610,"sku":"DG-AAM-RAVENNA-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/al-ambra-ravenna-extrait-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395645"},{"product_id":"le-labo-the-matcha-26-eau-de-parfum-sample","title":"Le Labo Thé Matcha 26 Eau de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eThé Matcha 26 is an Eau de Parfum by Le Labo, created by Frank Voelkl and released in 2021. The brand links it to matcha in Japanese culture, more than a drink and more than a fragrance, a quiet moment of introspection. A tea accord with fig, vetiver and cedar is subtle by design, and a 10 ml decant is the way to judge subtle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatcha tea accord, Fig, Vetiver, Cedar woods, Bitter orange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA matcha tea accord\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe first idea is the matcha accord, which the brand calls a tea accord rather than a note taken from the plant itself. Expect a green, slightly bitter, creamy impression. On a sample, this opening tells you quickly whether tea in a perfume feels calming or too plain for your taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCreamy fig and bitter orange\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFig adds a soft creaminess to the tea, and bitter orange lifts it with a trace of peel and tartness. The list gives no top, heart and base, so these four or five materials arrive together. Notice which one you smell first on your own skin, as it changes from person to person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSoft vetiver and cedar woods\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVetiver and cedar woods give the quiet, dry structure beneath the tea. The brand presents the result as a skin scent, meant for the wearer and the few who stand very close. The drydown is where you find out if that closeness is what you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWear the decant on a calm day, when you can take a moment with it, perhaps at a desk or on a slow weekend morning. Apply to clean skin and smell it close up, as the brand intends. Spring and summer suit it. Come back to it again later in the day and see how the tea and woods settle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor people who like a quiet, green, woody scent more than a loud one, and who find meaning in a perfume built around one calm idea. It is unisex and suits daily wear and the office. Anyone curious about tea-based fragrances, or a tea accord with fig, will find it interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Le Labo Thé Matcha 26 as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA skin scent is the hardest kind to judge from a description, because its whole character is how close it stays and how it blends with you. The decant is filled by FragranceGems from the original 100 ml bottle and labelled by us. It is not a brand sample, and Le Labo is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is in a Thé Matcha 26 sample?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10 ml decant in a glass spray vial, filled by FragranceGems from the original Le Labo bottle and labelled by us. It is not a brand sample, and Le Labo is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes it smell of tea?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe brand names a matcha tea accord, joined by creamy fig, soft vetiver, cedar woods and bitter orange. The tea is the central idea, and the others give it shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it a strong perfume?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe brand presents it as a skin scent, meant for the wearer and those very close to them, so it is quiet rather than strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWho made it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrank Voelkl is credited as the perfumer. Le Labo is a New York house, and this scent was released in 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Le Labo","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693352747162,"sku":"DG-LLA-THE-MATCHA-26-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693352779930,"sku":"DG-LLA-THE-MATCHA-26-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693320437914,"sku":"DG-LLA-THE-MATCHA-26-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/le-labo-the-matcha-26-eau-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791507985"},{"product_id":"fascent-sel-a-vie-eau-de-parfum-sample","title":"Fascent Sel à Vie Eau de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eFascent Sel à Vie is an Eau de Parfum built as a seaside summer: sun at its peak, salty hair, sunscreen and holiday romances, in the brand's words. Mandarin and sweet orange lead to ylang ylang, jasmine and tiaré, then to sea salt, driftwood and a vanilla infusion. Salty scents divide opinion, so trying it as a 10 ml decant is a sensible first step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Mandarin, Sweet orange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Ylang ylang, Jasmine, Tiaré\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Sea salt, Driftwood, Vanilla infusion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCitrus in full sun\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMandarin and sweet orange start juicy and sunlit, rounder than a sharp lemon opening. It is closer to fruit eaten outdoors than to a cologne. Notice how long this bright layer lasts before anything salty arrives, because that is where the holiday mood starts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA warm floral middle\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYlang ylang, jasmine and tiaré make the heart. Ylang ylang is creamy and slightly fruity, jasmine heady and bright, tiaré tropical and soft. The sample will show you whether you enjoy white flowers this warm, or whether the middle feels overloaded for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSea salt, wood, vanilla\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSea salt gives the base a dry, mineral edge, driftwood a pale, weathered wood, and the vanilla infusion keeps the ending soft rather than sweet. In the brand's own phrase the result is salty and sun-kissed. Salt on skin behaves differently from person to person, which is the whole reason to test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePut it on warm skin on a sunny day and give it a stretch of ordinary activity before you decide. Then repeat on a milder spring day to see how much of the salt and the flowers remains. Ideally wear it for two or three separate days, so you are not judging one mood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFascent lists it as unisex. It is for people who want a sunny, salty, lightly floral scent for holidays and warm days, with enough warmth in the base not to feel thin. It is a good sample candidate if you have always loved the idea of a marine perfume but never found one that suits you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Fascent Sel à Vie as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA salty perfume is one of the hardest types to buy unseen, since sea salt and driftwood read very differently on different skin. Our 10 ml decant, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us, lets you check before you commit to the 30 ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat do the notes consist of?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMandarin and sweet orange on top, ylang ylang, jasmine and tiaré in the heart, sea salt, driftwood and a vanilla infusion in the base. The page shows exactly that list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat does the decant contain?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10 ml decant in a glass spray vial, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us. It is not an official brand sample, and Fascent is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes it smell of the sea?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe brand's own phrase is salty and sun-kissed. Sea salt and driftwood give the base its seaside feel, while the citrus, the flowers and the vanilla infusion keep it warm and soft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it suitable outside summer?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a summer mood by design, though warm spring days suit it too. In deep winter its sunny character may feel out of season, which a test in your own weather will confirm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fascent","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693352812698,"sku":"DG-FAS-SEL-A-VIE-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693352845466,"sku":"DG-FAS-SEL-A-VIE-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693320634522,"sku":"DG-FAS-SEL-A-VIE-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/fascent-sel-a-vie-eau-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395648"},{"product_id":"roja-parfums-a-midsummer-dream-eau-de-parfum-sample","title":"Roja Parfums A Midsummer Dream Eau de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Midsummer Dream is Roja Parfums' translation of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream into an Eau de Parfum: a green, mossy forest floor, bright citrus and a rose-and-musk nod to Titania's bed. With fifteen base notes alone, it is a busy composition, and a 10 ml decant is a kinder way to learn it than a 100 ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Aldehydes, Lemon, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Mandarin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Cyclamen, Geranium, Rose de Mai, Orange Blossom, Magnolia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Rhubarb, Cardamom, Elemi, Pink Pepper, Patchouli, Oakmoss, Vetiver, Cedarwood, Fir Balsam, Benzoin, Vanilla, Cocoa, Amber, Carrot Seed, Musk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSparkle and zest\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAldehydes give the first seconds a bright, almost soapy fizz, with lemon, bergamot, grapefruit and mandarin adding juice and a little bitterness. The brand links the zesty grapefruit to the playful spirit of the story. On skin, see how long that shimmer lasts before the garden arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA dewy garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCyclamen and geranium add a cool, green-pink freshness, while Rose de Mai, orange blossom and magnolia give a creamier floral body. This is the garden stage, soft and slightly dewy, and the rose here is the nod to Titania's bed. Wear it through the afternoon to catch it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMoss, wood and a long list\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePatchouli, oakmoss and vetiver form the forest floor, with cedarwood and fir balsam adding cool resinous wood. Cardamom, pink pepper, elemi and rhubarb keep a tart sparkle, and benzoin, vanilla and cocoa add soft sweetness. Amber, carrot seed and musk close it dry. Fifteen notes need days, not a single spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTest it in spring or summer weather, outdoors if you can, since it is a green, mossy scent that suits fresh air. Put the decant on clean skin and give it the whole afternoon. Try it again on an evening that stays warm and on a cool, damp autumn day, when the mossy base reads more like woods after rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeople who like green, mossy scents with some sparkle on top and who enjoy a fragrance with a story. If you favour moss and wood over sweetness but still want flowers and citrus around them, it offers all three. It suits anyone and is gentle enough for daytime, though the sample will tell you if the many layers feel busy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Roja Parfums A Midsummer Dream as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFew perfumes have as long a list as this one, and a list that long cannot be judged on paper. Roja Parfums sells it as a literary idea, Shakespeare's forest and the bed of Titania, but the real question is how the moss and the rose settle on you. A 10 ml decant filled from the original bottle answers that calmly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is in the vial?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Midsummer Dream Eau de Parfum, filled by FragranceGems from the original 100 ml bottle into a 10 ml glass spray vial and labelled by us. Roja Parfums does not supply it, and we are not affiliated with the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it a floral or a green scent?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGreen comes first: patchouli, oakmoss and vetiver lead, flowers such as cyclamen, geranium and rose follow, and grapefruit supplies the sparkle. The decant shows how green it feels on you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes the cocoa make it sweet?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnly slightly. Cocoa, vanilla and benzoin add soft warmth to the base, but rhubarb, cardamom and oakmoss keep the overall impression dry and green, not sugary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy test a perfume with so many notes?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause a long pyramid can read as tidy or as crowded depending on skin and weather. A decant gives you several wearings to decide whether the layers work together for you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Roja Parfums","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693353205914,"sku":"DG-RPA-A-MIDSUMMER-DREAM-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693353238682,"sku":"DG-RPA-A-MIDSUMMER-DREAM-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693322502298,"sku":"DG-RPA-A-MIDSUMMER-DREAM-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/roja-parfums-a-midsummer-dream-eau-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395651"},{"product_id":"fragrance-du-bois-lucius-parfum-sample","title":"Fragrance Du Bois Lucius Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eLucius is Fragrance Du Bois's first perfume aimed at men, a fresh woody Parfum from 2024 composed by Jordi Fernández. On top sit bergamot, mandarin and pink pepper, then cedarwood with orange flower, and tonka, vetiver and dry amber below. Fresh woody styles are easy to like on paper, which is why trying a decant first is a good check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Bergamot, Mandarin, Pink Pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Cedarwood, Orange Flower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Tonka, Vetiver, Dry Amber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCitrus with a little heat\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBergamot and mandarin supply a clear, juicy opening and pink pepper adds a light, dry sparkle. It is the part of the perfume that reads as clean and daytime-friendly. Judge it as an introduction, because the pepper and citrus move aside fairly soon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCedar and orange flower\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the middle, cedarwood gives a dry, pencil-like structure and orange flower a soft, slightly honeyed floral note. The mix keeps freshness alive while adding body. It is the link between the bright start and the warmer finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTonka, vetiver and dry amber\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base brings tonka for a smooth sweetness, vetiver for an earthy, grassy edge and dry amber for warmth without stickiness. The brand's choice of the word dry matters: this is amber that supports the wood rather than sweetening everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWear it on a normal working day and again on a casual weekend, one or two sprays on the neck or chest. Notice whether the fresh part stays with you or fades quickly, and how the cedar and amber feel once the citrus has left. Spring and summer mornings are good moments to start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFragrance Du Bois offers Lucius as a men's perfume pitched around strength and confidence. It suits wearers who want a clean, woody scent for the office or daily life without heavy sweetness. If you want something dark or very sweet, this may be too composed for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Fragrance Du Bois Lucius as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is the first men's perfume from the house, so there is little earlier work to compare it with, and it is a Parfum, a more concentrated format. A decant filled from the original bottle lets you see how the fresh opening and the warm base fit together on you before you pick 100 ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is the 10 ml sample?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA decant of Lucius, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle into a glass spray vial and labelled by us. It is not a brand sample, and Fragrance Du Bois is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs Lucius a fresh or a warm perfume?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth, in order. The start is fresh and citrusy, the middle is cedar and orange flower, and the end is tonka, vetiver and dry amber. A sample lets you follow the whole line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I wear it to work?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe profile is clean enough for the office, and one or two sprays are plenty for a Parfum. Test it there during the sample period to see whether colleagues and you are happy with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWho composed Lucius?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJordi Fernández is the perfumer named for it. The year given is 2024, and it is the first men's perfume of the house.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fragrance Du Bois","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693353402522,"sku":"DG-FDB-LUCIUS-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693353435290,"sku":"DG-FDB-LUCIUS-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693322535066,"sku":"DG-FDB-LUCIUS-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/fragrance-du-bois-lucius-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395651"},{"product_id":"argos-birth-of-venus-eau-de-parfum-sample","title":"Argos Birth of Venus Eau de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eBirth of Venus is Argos' Eau de Parfum built on Botticelli's painting of Venus rising from the sea. The brand presents it as a luminous, feminine floral with fruit on top and soft wood beneath. With narcissus, jasmine, rose, iris and a trace of chocolate in the heart, it is a full composition, and a 10 ml decant shows how it settles on you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Bergamot, Peach, Orange Blossom, Grapefruit, Lavender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Narcissus, Jasmine Sambac, Rose, Iris, Violet, Raspberry, Chocolate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Amber, Vetiver, Cedarwood, Mysore Sandalwood, Cashmere Wood, Labdanum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA bright, juicy start\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBergamot, grapefruit and orange blossom open the scent, with peach for juiciness and lavender for a faint herbal edge. Spray the decant and give this stage a few minutes. The peach keeps the citrus soft, and you will see quickly whether the fruitiness suits you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA crowded floral heart\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNarcissus, jasmine sambac, rose, iris and violet fill the middle, with raspberry and a hint of chocolate in support. This is the stage to judge carefully, since a floral this full can feel airy on one person and rich on another. Wear the decant long enough to learn which it is for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eResin, wood and amber\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base joins amber, labdanum and Mysore sandalwood with vetiver, cedarwood and cashmere wood. It is dry and woody with a little resinous warmth, and it holds the sweet flowers up. A sample lets you meet this quiet finish on several days, not just once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse the decant on clean skin, ideally in spring or summer weather, and note the first fifteen minutes separately from the rest. Wear it once to a daytime plan and once for an evening. Keep a short note each time: how the peach, the florals and the wood feel, and whether anything turns too sweet for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eArgos presents it as feminine, and it suits people who enjoy florals with a fruity, slightly sweet side: peach, raspberry, rose and jasmine. If you like your florals severe, green or very dry, the raspberry and chocolate may be too much, and the sample is the easy way to check that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Argos Birth of Venus as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBirth of Venus has seven notes in the heart alone, so reading a pyramid on paper tells you little about how it will wear. Argos also ties each of its perfumes to a Greek or Roman myth, which is a lovely idea but not a guide to what suits your skin. Ten millilitres of the decant answers that properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat am I getting in the vial?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBirth of Venus Eau de Parfum, filled by FragranceGems from the original 100 ml bottle into a 10 ml glass spray vial. We label it ourselves. The decant is not an Argos product, and we are not affiliated with the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I test it on several days?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. A 10 ml decant gives you many wearings, so you can try this floral in different weather and moods, which is how you find out whether the sweetness of the heart works for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes the sample include the collectible bottle?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Argos stresses the metal cap and artwork plate of the full bottle, but the decant comes in a plain glass spray vial with our own label. You are paying attention to the scent here, not the object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs the chocolate note strong?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn the page it is a hint beside raspberry in the heart, warming the flowers rather than making a dessert of them. Wearing the decant is the best way to confirm that on your own skin.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Argos","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693353926810,"sku":"DG-ARG-BIRTH-OF-VENUS-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693353959578,"sku":"DG-ARG-BIRTH-OF-VENUS-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693322666138,"sku":"DG-ARG-BIRTH-OF-VENUS-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/argos-birth-of-venus-eau-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395652"},{"product_id":"roja-parfums-apex-pour-homme-eau-de-parfum-sample","title":"Roja Parfums Apex Pour Homme Eau de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eRoja Parfums Apex Pour Homme is an Eau de Parfum that the house describes as a tribute to nature and to those who wander through it, filed as a fresh, fruity chypré with a spiritual, sensual side. Its note list is long and its character green and layered, which is a good reason to try a 10 ml decant first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Lemon, Bergamot, Red Mandarin, Orange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Jasmine, Cistus, Pineapple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Galbanum, Elemi, Patchouli, Oakmoss, Rum, Tobacco, Cypress, Fir Balsam, Juniper Berry, Casmir Wood, Sandalwood, Benzoin, Amber, Frankincense, Labdanum, Leather, Ambergris, Musk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCitrus, then fruit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLemon, bergamot, red mandarin and orange open it with juicy zest. Mandarin and pineapple are the notes the house puts first, and pineapple returns in the heart, so citrus slides into fruit. It stays fresh, but the green notes behind it hold it in check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eJasmine and cistus\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eJasmine lends a soft, warm floral glow, and cistus a dry, amber-like resin with a trace of honey, a bridge from the fruit to the forest below. Pineapple remains as a bright accent, yet the scent turns greener and earthier, like stepping from a sunny clearing in among trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA deep green base\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe long base list leans green and resinous, with galbanum, elemi, fir balsam and cypress giving evergreen coolness, patchouli and oakmoss for a mossy floor, sandalwood and frankincense for depth, and rum, tobacco, leather, ambergris and musk in the shadows. The house calls it green, rich, sensual and powerful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWear the decant for a daytime outing or a working day, from spring to autumn, and use a moderate amount on the chest or neck. Observe how the bright fruit gives way to the green, resinous depth. Then wear it in the evening to see whether that depth stays calm or becomes heavy on you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoja lists Apex for men. It is aimed at people who would rather smell greenery, wood and resin than sweetness. A fruit note held dry and serious by moss, fir and frankincense is the draw here. People who spend a lot of time outside and want a perfume with that atmosphere may like it too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Roja Parfums Apex Pour Homme as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith around twenty named materials, Apex is more complex than a list of notes can show, and how the resins, moss and fruit balance depends on your skin. FragranceGems fills the 10 ml decant from the original bottle, and we label it. It is not a brand sample, and the house is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat does chypré mean here?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is the house's own word for the family: a fresh, fruity chypré. In practice that means citrus and fruit over a green, mossy and resinous base rather than a sweet one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs the decant from the original bottle?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. We fill a glass spray vial with 10 ml from the original bottle and label it. It is a decant, not a Roja Parfums sample, and we are not affiliated with the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs the pineapple sweet?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePineapple is a leading note, but it sits among green, resinous and mossy notes, which keep it dry and serious. How sweet it feels is personal, which a few trial days will show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs Apex fresh or woody?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth. It starts fresh and fruity with citrus and pineapple and moves into a woody, green base with fir, moss, sandalwood and frankincense.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Roja Parfums","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693353795738,"sku":"DG-RPA-APEX-POUR-HOMME-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693353828506,"sku":"DG-RPA-APEX-POUR-HOMME-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693322895514,"sku":"DG-RPA-APEX-POUR-HOMME-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/roja-parfums-apex-pour-homme-eau-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395654"},{"product_id":"fragrance-du-bois-oud-jaune-intense-parfum-sample","title":"Fragrance Du Bois Oud Jaune Intense Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eFragrance Du Bois Oud Jaune Intense is a Parfum by Natalie Gracia-Cetto which the brand files as a fruity, cheeky floral that feels like sun on distant shores. Oud sits in its base, but monoi, pineapple and white flowers lead. Anyone expecting a dark oud from the name may be surprised, which is a good reason to wear a 10 ml decant before choosing a bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Monoi, Ylang Ylang, Pineapple, Water Fruits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Jasmine, Orange Blossom, White Flower, Benzyl Salicylate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Lactonic, Vanilla, Musk, Pure Organic Vintage Oud\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMonoi, pineapple, water fruits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe opening lists monoi, ylang-ylang, pineapple and water fruits. Monoi and ylang-ylang lend creamy tropical warmth, while pineapple brings a sharp, bright acidity and the water fruits add a juicy touch. The effect should be sunny and playful, and the oud does not announce itself yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhite flowers in the middle\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eJasmine, orange blossom and a general white flower note fill the heart. The brand also lists benzyl salicylate in this tier, which is a fragrance ingredient rather than a flower, so treat it as a technical detail. What matters is how much fuller and warmer the heart feels than the top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA milky base with oud\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base combines a lactonic note, vanilla and musk into milky softness, with pure organic vintage oud set inside it. Oud is only one part of this base, so the test question is how much of it you notice among the cream and the vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWear the decant in warm weather and by daylight first, as that is where tropical fruit and white flowers feel at home. Apply it to the wrist and give the milky base time to appear on skin. Then try it on a cooler evening to see whether the creamy side carries it there too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnisex, and aimed at people who enjoy fruity florals that end sweet and creamy, and who would like to meet oud as a supporting part of a bright scent. It suits relaxed daytime wear. If you usually avoid oud because it feels heavy, this is a gentle way to find out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Fragrance Du Bois Oud Jaune Intense as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFruit, white flowers and oud make an unlikely trio, and the name does not tell you how the parts weigh against each other. Natalie Gracia-Cetto composed this Parfum for Fragrance Du Bois. Our 10 ml decant is filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us, not by the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs this a heavy oud perfume?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFruit and flowers lead, and the oud is one voice in the base next to a milky note, vanilla and musk. That makes it worth testing before you assume it is a heavy one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhich season should I test it in?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTropical fruit and white flowers feel most natural by day and in warm weather. A try on a cooler evening shows whether the creamy base can carry it there as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is in the decant?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOud Jaune Intense Parfum, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle into a 10 ml glass spray vial and labelled by us. We are not affiliated with Fragrance Du Bois.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fragrance Du Bois","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693354254490,"sku":"DG-FDB-OUD-JAUNE-INTENSE-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693354287258,"sku":"DG-FDB-OUD-JAUNE-INTENSE-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693322961050,"sku":"DG-FDB-OUD-JAUNE-INTENSE-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/fragrance-du-bois-oud-jaune-intense-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791499547"},{"product_id":"les-eaux-primordiales-couleur-primaire-eau-de-parfum-sample","title":"Les Eaux Primordiales Couleur Primaire Eau de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eLes Eaux Primordiales Couleur Primaire is the house's signature scent, built on the memory of linen drying outdoors. Aldehydes give the freshly laundered feel, pear adds a soft sorbet-like sweetness, jasmine, peony and rose make the heart, and white musks with ambroxan close it. Clean scents are easy to like on paper, so a decant shows if it stays interesting on you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Aldehydes, Pear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Jasmine, Peony, Rose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e White Musks, Ambroxan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAldehydes and pear\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe opening is the laundry-day effect: aldehydes give a crisp, soapy sparkle and pear a soft, cool sweetness like sorbet. It is meant to feel clean rather than sugary. In the first minutes judge whether that freshness feels airy to you or a little too much like detergent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThree flowers, kept light\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eJasmine, peony and rose make the heart, but the idea here is a gentle floral veil, not a bouquet. Think of fresh sheets with a faint flower scent rather than a garden. This is the stage that shows whether you find the perfume calming or too neutral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhite musk and ambroxan\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base is white musks and ambroxan, both clean, soft and airy. They keep the whole scent bright on skin, which the brand says is the point. The drydown is quiet, so give it a proper chance on a second wearing before you decide it is too faint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse a single, light application on a normal working day, and notice whether you smell it later or only in the first moments. A fresh scent like this is easy to underestimate, so also wear it on a warm day and on a mild one. Finishing a shower with it is a pleasant extra test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe brand does not label it by gender, and it is listed here as unisex. It suits people who want a simple, fresh and clean perfume for the office, weekends and warm days. If you look for sweetness, depth or drama, a decant tells you quickly that this is a calmer scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Les Eaux Primordiales Couleur Primaire as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA clean linen scent is a matter of degree: for some it is exactly right, for others it is too plain. Our 10 ml decant, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us, lets you test that over several ordinary days before taking 100 ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhich notes are recorded?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAldehydes and pear on top, jasmine, peony and rose in the heart, white musks and ambroxan in the base. Nothing more is added to that list here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat exactly is the vial?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10 ml decant in a glass spray vial, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us. It is not an official brand sample, and Les Eaux Primordiales is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it sweet?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnly softly. Pear brings a light, sorbet-like sweetness, but aldehydes and white musks keep the whole thing clean and bright rather than sugary or heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes it suit a small office?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts clean profile does not take over a room, which is the idea. Wearing the decant on a workday is the best way to confirm how discreet it is on you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Les Eaux Primordiales","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693354975386,"sku":"DG-LEP-COULEUR-PRIMAIRE-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693355008154,"sku":"DG-LEP-COULEUR-PRIMAIRE-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693323059354,"sku":"DG-LEP-COULEUR-PRIMAIRE-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/les-eaux-primordiales-couleur-primaire-eau-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395656"},{"product_id":"roja-parfums-burlington-1819-eau-de-parfum-sample","title":"Roja Parfums Burlington 1819 Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eBurlington 1819 pays homage to London's Burlington Arcade, opened in 1819, where Roja Parfums keeps its flagship boutique. The house's own tags are fresh, bold, bright and British: grapefruit, lime and mint up front, spice, rum and tobacco behind. The contrast between those two halves is exactly what a trial should test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Grapefruit, Lime, Mandarin, Bitter Orange, Mint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Ginger, Cinnamon, Cumin, Saffron, Patchouli, Oakmoss, Rum, Tobacco, Cedarwood, Casmir Wood, Benzoin, Vanilla, Labdanum, Ambergris, Musk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCitrus with mint\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrapefruit, lime, mandarin and bitter orange form the top, and mint adds a bold, cool green line. You get a bright, sharp and wide-awake first impression, with the mint stopping the citrus from feeling ordinary, a cold edge on a juicy start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpice, rum and tobacco\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base list is long and starts with ginger, cinnamon, cumin and saffron, then rum and tobacco. That gives a warm, slightly savoury spice and a boozy, dry-leaf depth, a dark counterpoint to the opening. The brand lists no heart, so the move from top to base is direct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eResin, wood and amber\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePatchouli and oakmoss, cedarwood and Casmir wood, benzoin, vanilla and labdanum, ambergris and musk close the list. Expect earth, dry wood and soft resin, ending in a clean, skin-like warmth. The house calls this a fresh amber accord.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn all-rounder on paper, so test it twice: once on a warm day for the citrus and mint, once in the evening or in cooler weather for the spice, rum and tobacco. Apply it to chest and wrists, wait through the mint, and notice where the perfume turns from bright to warm and whether you like that turn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor people who like bright citrus but want spice and tobacco behind it. A sample helps if purely fresh scents seem too thin to you and wholly dark ones too weighty, and you want something that shifts from one mood to the other over the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Roja Parfums Burlington 1819 as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMint, rum and tobacco next to grapefruit is an unusual mix, and with twenty named notes the result is hard to picture from the page. FragranceGems decants 10 ml out of the original 100 ml flacon into a glass vial of its own labelling, with no link to Roja Parfums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat does 1819 refer to?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe opening year of London's Burlington Arcade, where the house keeps its flagship boutique. The perfume honours that address.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it only for summer?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Citrus and mint suit warm days, while the spiced base carries it into evenings and cooler months, so it is worth testing across weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhere is the middle of the pyramid?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoja Parfums lists only top and base notes, so we show exactly that and claim no heart. The decant is drawn from the same Eau de Parfum.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Roja Parfums","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693354123418,"sku":"DG-RPA-BURLINGTON-1819-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693354156186,"sku":"DG-RPA-BURLINGTON-1819-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693323092122,"sku":"DG-RPA-BURLINGTON-1819-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/roja-parfums-burlington-1819-eau-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395657"},{"product_id":"fragrance-du-bois-oud-orange-intense-parfum-sample","title":"Fragrance Du Bois Oud Orange Intense Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eOud Orange Intense is a Parfum from the French house Fragrance Du Bois, composed by Caroline Sabas. The brand calls it a sweet gourmand escape to tropical shores: fruity coconut first, then bourbon vanilla and musk, with only a discreet trace of natural oud. The mix of oud and gourmand is unusual enough that a 10 ml decant is a wise first step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Coconut, Fruits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Bourbon Vanilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Vanilla, Musk, Pure Organic Vintage Oud\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoconut and fruit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe scent opens with coconut and fruit, a soft, creamy sweetness that sets the tropical tone. The notes list does not name specific fruits, so it is best to treat this as a general fruity brightness. On a sample, the opening shows quickly whether you enjoy coconut in perfume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBourbon vanilla in the heart\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe heart is bourbon vanilla, which the brand places in the middle and again in the base. That repeated vanilla is the centre of the perfume: warm, smooth and sweet. It is the stage where you learn if this is a comforting scent for you or too sweet to wear all day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMusk and a trace of oud\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base joins vanilla with musk and a pure vintage oud, which the brand describes as a discreet, natural trace. Oud here is a shadow, not the lead, and it gives the sweetness some depth. Wait for the drydown on skin to see how much of it you actually notice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePick a warm summer or early autumn day and apply the decant to skin. Check it first for coconut, then wait for the vanilla and musk. Because oud is only a trace, notice whether it adds anything for you. Try it in the evening too, since the brand's gourmand style suits dinners as well as daytime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor people who like sweet, creamy scents with a holiday feeling and are curious about oud without wanting a heavy, smoky one. It is unisex and suits daily wear and evenings, and especially warm months. Fans of vanilla and coconut combinations will find the most to enjoy here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Fragrance Du Bois Oud Orange Intense as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCoconut, vanilla and oud is a combination with strong fans and strong doubters, and 100 ml is a large bottle to find out in. The decant is filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us. It is not a brand sample, and Fragrance Du Bois is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is in an Oud Orange Intense sample?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10 ml decant in a glass spray vial, filled by FragranceGems from the original Fragrance Du Bois bottle and labelled by us. It is not a brand sample, and the house is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it a heavy oud perfume?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The brand says only a discreet trace of natural oud sits beneath coconut, bourbon vanilla and musk. It leans gourmand, not smoky or resinous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhich concentration is it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Parfum, the highest tier of concentration, from the house's Intense line. A light hand is therefore enough while you test it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWho composed it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCaroline Sabas is named as the perfumer. Fragrance Du Bois is a French house founded in 2013, and this scent dates from the same year.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fragrance Du Bois","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693354516634,"sku":"DG-FDB-OUD-ORANGE-INTENSE-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693354549402,"sku":"DG-FDB-OUD-ORANGE-INTENSE-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693323190426,"sku":"DG-FDB-OUD-ORANGE-INTENSE-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/fragrance-du-bois-oud-orange-intense-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791499548"},{"product_id":"argos-neptunes-trident-extrait-de-parfum-sample","title":"Argos Neptune's Trident Extrait de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eArgos Neptune's Trident belongs to the house's Artist Series VIII and takes the paintings of Johann Michael Rottmayr as its starting point. It exists only as an Extrait de Parfum, so there is no lighter version to fall back on. A 10 ml decant lets you check how its calm, aromatic floral heart and salty resin base behave on skin before you take the bigger bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Bergamot, Mandarin Orange, Lavender, Cardamom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Geranium, Green Tea, Orange Blossom, Jasmine Sambac\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Vetiver, Musk, Labdanum, Ambergris, Iris, Sandalwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCitrus, lavender, cardamom\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBergamot and mandarin make a juicy, light start, lavender and cardamom add an aromatic, faintly spicy edge. Nothing here is sweet or heavy yet. Spend the first few minutes noticing how composed it feels, because the brand frames this as the calm side of the sea god.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA quiet floral centre\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGreen tea keeps the heart clean and slightly dry, with geranium, orange blossom and jasmine sambac laying softness over it. It is not a loud bouquet. The question for a test is whether this restrained, tea-like floral suits you or feels too understated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eResin with a salty edge\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLabdanum and ambergris bring depth, vetiver and iris an earthy, soft structure, with musk and sandalwood supporting them. In the brand's words the base is resinous and slightly salty. It is fuller than everything before it, and it is the stage where the second side of the theme appears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eApply one modest spray to the chest or inner wrist on a day with no strong food or smoke around, then come back to it as the day goes on. As an extrait it sits close, so judge it at skin distance. Try it once on a mild day and once on a warmer one to see the citrus and tea at work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe brand lists Neptune's Trident as unisex. It is for people who like aromatic, green-floral perfumes with a clean opening and a resinous base. If you are hoping for something gourmand or sugary, note that there is no vanilla in the pyramid, and use the sample to confirm that the style is yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Argos Neptune's Trident as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause it is sold only as an Extrait de Parfum, the 100 ml bottle is the only way in, and the character is subtle enough to be easy to misjudge from a list of notes. Our decant, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us, gives you several wearings to decide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs there an Eau de Parfum version to try instead?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The brand sells Neptune's Trident only as an Extrait de Parfum, so the decant you receive is of that single version, filled from the 100 ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat am I actually getting?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10 ml decant in a glass spray vial, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us. It is not an official brand sample, and we are not affiliated with the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it sweet?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot in the way a vanilla perfume is. The pyramid has bergamot, green tea, jasmine sambac, iris and sandalwood, with ambergris and labdanum for resin. Expect clean, aromatic and floral rather than sugary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes the liquid colour matter?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe brand mentions that the colour of the liquid can vary naturally from batch to batch. The colour in your decant may differ slightly from product photos without saying anything about the perfume itself.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Argos","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693355401370,"sku":"DG-ARG-NEPTUNES-TRIDENT-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693355434138,"sku":"DG-ARG-NEPTUNES-TRIDENT-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693323419802,"sku":"DG-ARG-NEPTUNES-TRIDENT-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/argos-neptunes-trident-extrait-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395660"},{"product_id":"roja-parfums-elysium-pour-homme-eau-de-parfum-sample","title":"Roja Parfums Elysium Pour Homme Eau de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eElysium Pour Homme is the Roja Parfums Eau de Parfum that the house describes as a fresh woody-citrus fragrance for a man who needs no help reaching his own paradise. Roja Dove is named as the perfumer, and the house tags the scent fresh, uplifting, heroic and sensual. Its long note list is easier to judge on skin than on paper, so a 10 ml decant is a good first look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Lemon, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lime, Lavender, Thyme, Artemisia, Musk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Lily of the Valley, Rose de Mai, Jasmin de Grasse, Apple, Blackcurrant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Galbanum, Pink Pepper, Cypriol, Vetiver, Cedarwood, Juniper Berry, Benzoin, Vanilla, Labdanum, Leather, Ambergris, Musk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA bright citrus and herb opening\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrapefruit, lemon, lavender and thyme open the scent, with bergamot, lime and artemisia in the list. The citrus is clear and bitter-bright, and lavender and thyme add an aromatic, clean edge. The brand notes a musk that keeps the top weightless, so the opening should feel airy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlowers, apple and blackcurrant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the heart, lily of the valley, rose de mai and jasmin de Grasse meet apple and blackcurrant. The flowers are fresh and green, apple adds crisp fruit and blackcurrant a darker juiciness. It is a heart that stays clean and polished instead of sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCedar, benzoin, vanilla, leather\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCedarwood and pink pepper run through the base, which also holds benzoin, vanilla, leather, vetiver, labdanum and ambergris. This is the warm half the brand mentions. The woods and vanilla soften the citrus start, while leather gives it a grown-up, dry edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eElysium Pour Homme fits office days and warm weather, so start there: two or three sprays on clean skin, then see how the lavender and citrus settle. Try it again in the evening to find out whether the cedar, vanilla and leather keep it composed once the day cools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMen, as the title says, or anyone who likes fresh, aromatic and woody perfumes with a warm base behind the citrus. It suits those who need one scent for the office, weekends and evenings. If you prefer sweet or dark perfumes, the citrus and herbs may feel too brisk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Roja Parfums Elysium Pour Homme as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith more than two dozen listed materials, the note list does not tell you what you will actually smell, and fresh scents behave differently in summer and winter. A 10 ml decant lets you wear it across several days and temperatures before you commit to 100 ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is in the sample?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10 ml decant of Elysium Pour Homme, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle into a glass spray vial and labelled by us. It is not a brand sample and Roja Parfums is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhich concentration is it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn Eau de Parfum. With citrus and lavender keeping it open and a base of cedarwood, vanilla and leather, a few sprays are enough for testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it a summer perfume?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt leans toward spring and summer, at work and in the daytime, and the woody base lets it carry into autumn evenings too. A sample lets you try it in both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat does the name Elysium refer to?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe house says the Elysium name has been synonymous with Roja since its debut in 2017. This Pour Homme is a separate scent from the Eau Intense and from the Parfum of the same name.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Roja Parfums","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693354647706,"sku":"DG-RPA-ELYSIUM-POUR-HOMME-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693354680474,"sku":"DG-RPA-ELYSIUM-POUR-HOMME-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693323452570,"sku":"DG-RPA-ELYSIUM-POUR-HOMME-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/roja-parfums-elysium-pour-homme-eau-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395660"},{"product_id":"mind-games-lionora-extrait-de-parfum-sample","title":"Mind Games Lionora Extrait de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eLionora is an Extrait de Parfum from the New York brand Mind Games, composed by Christelle Laprade in 2023. The brand calls it an elusive celebration of grace and beauty. Passionfruit and ginger open it, apricot skin, osmanthus and freesia follow, and sandalwood with musk ends it. As a fruity floral extrait it is worth a short test before 100 ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Passionfruit, Tonka Bean, Ginger Madagascar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Apricot Skin, Osmanthus Delaire, Freesia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Sandalwood, Tonkalactone Captive, Eco Musk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePassionfruit, tonka and ginger\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe opening has passionfruit, tonka bean and Madagascar ginger. That combines a tart tropical fruit with a warm, sweet bean and a lively spice. On a sample these first minutes show whether the brightness feels elegant to you or too busy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApricot skin, osmanthus and freesia\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the heart, apricot skin gives a soft, velvety fruit note, osmanthus adds a floral side, and freesia keeps the whole light. This is where the perfume becomes a fruity floral, and where its elusive character, as the brand says, appears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSandalwood, Tonkalactone and Eco Musk\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base is creamy sandalwood with Tonkalactone Captive and Eco Musk, soft and smooth. Together they give a clean, cushioned finish. The drydown shows how gentle the whole perfume becomes once the fruit has quietened, and whether that softness appeals to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWear the decant on a mild day, on clean skin, in spring, summer or autumn, which the perfume suits. As an Extrait it is concentrated, so apply lightly. Smell the fruit and ginger first, the apricot and flowers a little later, and the sandalwood at the end. A second day in the evening shows another side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor people who like fruity florals with a soft, creamy finish and want something graceful rather than loud. It is unisex and moderate in strength, suited to daily wear and evenings. It will interest anyone who enjoys apricot and passionfruit alongside sandalwood and musk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Mind Games Lionora as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFruity florals are easy to like in the first minute and harder to judge later, since apricot and passionfruit can turn sweet on some skins. The decant is filled by FragranceGems from the original 100 ml bottle and labelled by us. It is not a brand sample, and Mind Games is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is in a Lionora sample?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10 ml decant in a glass spray vial, filled by FragranceGems from the original Mind Games bottle and labelled by us. It is not a brand sample, and the brand is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it a fruity or a floral perfume?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth: the brand lists it as a fruity floral, with passionfruit and apricot skin next to osmanthus and freesia, all resting on a creamy sandalwood base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWho composed it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChristelle Laprade is named as the perfumer on the brand's page. Mind Games is a New York brand founded in 2022, and Lionora dates from 2023.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhich seasons suit it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpring, summer and autumn, according to our data. A sample worn in each of these seasons would show you the clearest picture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mind Games","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693355139226,"sku":"DG-MGA-LIONORA-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693355171994,"sku":"DG-MGA-LIONORA-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693323485338,"sku":"DG-MGA-LIONORA-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/mind-games-lionora-extrait-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395660"},{"product_id":"fragrance-du-bois-santal-complet-parfum-sample","title":"Fragrance Du Bois Santal Complet Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eSantal Complet is a Parfum from Fragrance Du Bois, composed in 2016 by François Merle-Baudoin as the house's tribute to sandalwood. Lemon and coconut give the start a holiday feel, violet and black pepper add warmth, and the base settles on musk, sandalwood, amber and vanilla. Creamy woods vary a lot with skin, so a sample is a smart first step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Lemon, Coconut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Violet, Black Pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Musk, Sandalwood, Amber, Vanilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLemon and coconut\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLemon is quick and clean, coconut soft and a little milky. Together they give the start the easy, sunlit feel the brand calls summery. Nothing sharp here: the citrus just brightens the coconut. Use the decant to check whether you enjoy coconut in a woody perfume at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eViolet and black pepper\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eViolet adds a powdery, cool softness and black pepper a dry, warm backbone. This is where the scent moves from holiday to something calmer, and where the pepper keeps the creamy notes from turning flat. It is a short stage, so notice it on the first day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA creamy sandalwood core\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSandalwood, musk, amber and vanilla form the base, with the wood smooth rather than dry. Amber brings warmth and vanilla a gentle sweetness. The brand says the perfume suits every season, and a decant lets you test that claim in both warm and cold weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePut the decant on bare skin on a calm day, and notice the first few minutes separately from what follows. Wear it once in summer-type weather and once on a cool autumn day, since the brand says it suits every season. Keep it light, because a Parfum is concentrated and the creamy base spreads softly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnisex, and for people who like sandalwood and vanilla but want them light and creamy instead of dense and smoky. Santal Complet is for those who look for a calm, wearable scent for everyday use. If you expect a dry, austere wood, the coconut and vanilla could surprise you, and a sample shows that early.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Fragrance Du Bois Santal Complet as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSantal Complet is about sandalwood, but the coconut, lemon and vanilla around it change the picture, so the name alone does not tell you what you will get. As a Parfum in a 100 ml bottle it is a big commitment. Wearing a 10 ml decant filled from the original bottle lets you check the balance first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat exactly is in the vial?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSantal Complet Parfum, filled by FragranceGems from the original 100 ml bottle into a 10 ml glass spray vial and labelled by us. It is not from Fragrance Du Bois, and we are not affiliated with the brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it a pure sandalwood scent?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe brand presents it as a tribute to sandalwood, but a creamy one: coconut, vanilla and musk soften the wood, while lemon and violet lighten it. A decant shows how much wood you actually perceive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I test it in winter?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The brand says it suits every season despite its summery feel, and the warm base of sandalwood, amber and vanilla is what lets it work in colder months. Wear the decant on a cold day to see.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow many wearings does 10 ml give?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMany. You can try Santal Complet at the office, at the weekend and on a trip before deciding, which is the point of a decant: plenty of time with it, no need to buy a whole bottle first.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fragrance Du Bois","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693355204762,"sku":"DG-FDB-SANTAL-COMPLET-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693355237530,"sku":"DG-FDB-SANTAL-COMPLET-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693323518106,"sku":"DG-FDB-SANTAL-COMPLET-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/fragrance-du-bois-santal-complet-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791499548"},{"product_id":"les-eaux-primordiales-musk-superfluide-eau-de-parfum-sample","title":"Les Eaux Primordiales Musk Superfluide Eau de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eLes Eaux Primordiales describes Musk Superfluide as an icing-sugar take on white musk and a remedy for winter cold and summer heat alike. The Eau de Parfum was made by Arnaud Poulain and Amélie Bourgeois. Musk behaves differently on every skin, so a decant is the quiet way to see whether its pale, cool version suits yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Aldehydes, Neroli, Ambrette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Rose, Iris, Violet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Benzoin, White Musks, Ambroxan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA cool shimmer\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAldehydes, neroli and ambrette open it. The aldehydes give a crisp, cool shine, neroli a green-bitter blossom edge, and ambrette a dry, slightly warm musky note. It is bright but not sharp, and it sets the chilly tone the house is after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe pale flowers\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRose, iris and violet make a smooth, powdery heart. Iris contributes a cool, slightly cosmetic softness, violet a faint sweetness, and the rose rounds both without bringing in warmth. These flowers act more as texture than as colour, and they stay close to the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSugar-light musk\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhite musks form the long, clean base, with benzoin adding a trace of sweet resin and ambroxan a smooth, airy glow. The house compares the sweetness to icing sugar. See on your own skin whether the sugar stays whisper-light or becomes more noticeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWear the decant for a plain day at work or at home, on bare skin, and note how close to the body it stays. Try it once in warm weather and once in cold, as the house says it works for both. A quiet scent is best judged without other fragrance competing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnisex, for people who want musk clean, bright and quiet, with floral softness in place of warmth or sweetness. It suits anyone who likes a scent that sits near the skin and keeps quiet about itself. If you want a heavy, resinous or gourmand perfume, it will feel too restrained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Les Eaux Primordiales Musk Superfluide as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA perfume that is almost all white musk is a very personal choice: some noses find it soft and clean, others find it too faint. At 100 ml that is a risky bet. A 10 ml decant filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us tells you before you commit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat kind of musk is it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhite musk, in the plural on the house's list, with ambrette and ambroxan nearby. The brand describes it as an icing-sugar take, cold and fine rather than warm and animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I wear it in summer?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe house calls it a remedy for both winter cold and summer heat, and the tags list spring, summer and winter. A decant lets you test that claim in the weather you actually have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs this decant made by Les Eaux Primordiales?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, it is not an official brand sample. FragranceGems fills the 10 ml glass spray vial from the original bottle and labels it itself, and Les Eaux Primordiales is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Les Eaux Primordiales","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693356449946,"sku":"DG-LEP-MUSK-SUPERFLUIDE-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693356482714,"sku":"DG-LEP-MUSK-SUPERFLUIDE-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693323747482,"sku":"DG-LEP-MUSK-SUPERFLUIDE-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/les-eaux-primordiales-musk-superfluide-eau-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395663"},{"product_id":"roja-parfums-isola-blu-parfum-sample","title":"Roja Parfums Isola Blu Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eRoja Parfums Isola Blu is the Mediterranean island of the house's Isola collection, pictured as a day on a private yacht followed by a villa dinner at sunset. The brand tags it fresh, vibrant, aromatic and idyllic. This Parfum has a long list, with citrus and herbs on top, fruit and coconut in the heart and a green, leathery base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Lemon, Bergamot, Lime, Lavender, Thyme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Apple, Blackcurrant, Coconut, Orange Blossom, Jasmin de Grasse, Lily, Champaca\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Cut Grass, Maté, Galbanum, Pink Pepper, Aniseed, Patchouli, Oakmoss, Cedarwood, Juniper Berry, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Amber, Orris, Birch, Leather, Ambergris, Musk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCitrus and herbs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLemon, bergamot and lime lead, with lavender and thyme alongside. The herbs keep the citrus from becoming a plain lemonade. Notice whether the start feels like sea air and sun or just fruit on your skin, and how soon the lavender comes forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFruit, coconut, flowers\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eApple, blackcurrant and coconut share the heart with orange blossom, Jasmin de Grasse, lily and champaca. It is the sunniest stage and the one the brand calls idyllic. Judge whether the coconut is a creamy softness or too tropical for your taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA green, leathery base\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCut grass, maté, galbanum, pink pepper and aniseed are the first of seventeen base notes, followed by woods, vanilla, tonka bean, amber, orris, birch and leather. The brand links the leather to Italian craftsmanship. Check how green the finish feels to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTry it on a bright spring or summer day, at lunch or outdoors, and again at an early dinner, since the brand pictures a villa at sunset. A Parfum is concentrated, so begin with a light application and note when the herbs fade into the grass. Compare it across two different days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeople who like fresh, aromatic perfumes with a little fruit and a green, slightly leathery finish. It is unisex. It suits holidays, daytime and warm evenings. Anyone who wants a sweet gourmand or a heavy oriental should look elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Roja Parfums Isola Blu as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith a base of seventeen notes behind a citrus start, this perfume changes more than the first impression suggests. The list is long and the character depends on skin. The perfume dates from 2022. Our 10 ml decant is filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle, so you see the whole path before 50 ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes Roja Parfums sell this decant?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoja Parfums does not sell or fill this decant. It is made by FragranceGems from the original bottle, with our label on the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs Isola Blu sweet?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot very. Apple, blackcurrant and coconut add fruit and softness, and vanilla and tonka bean sit in the base, but cut grass, aniseed, patchouli and oakmoss keep it green and dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes it suit both men and women?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is described as unisex: a clean citrus-herbal opening and a green, leathery base that fit anyone who likes fresh, aromatic perfumes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Roja Parfums","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693355270298,"sku":"DG-RPA-ISOLA-BLU-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693355303066,"sku":"DG-RPA-ISOLA-BLU-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693323780250,"sku":"DG-RPA-ISOLA-BLU-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/roja-parfums-isola-blu-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395664"},{"product_id":"fragrance-du-bois-tropiques-parfum-sample","title":"Fragrance Du Bois Tropiques Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eFragrance Du Bois Tropiques is a Parfum that the brand sells as a ticket to a summer without end: a fruity-floral that is meant to feel sunny and easy. Fruit-led scents can turn from cheerful to sticky depending on skin, so a 10 ml decant is a sensible way to see whether this holiday mood suits you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Bergamot, Mandarin, Tropical Fruits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Lavandin, Mahonial®, Rosyfolia®\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Caramel, Amber, Musk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCitrus and tropical fruit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe start is bergamot and mandarin, clean and bright, while tropical fruit turns the brightness juicy and sweet. That makes it the sunniest and most obvious moment of the perfume, so check how it feels when it is warm outside as well as inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLavandin with two named ingredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt the heart sit lavandin, an aromatic, lavender-like note, and two ingredient names that the brand puts in its pyramid: Mahonial® and Rosyfolia®. The aromatic side of lavandin keeps the fruit from getting syrupy, and gives the sweetness a cleaner outline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaramel, amber and musk\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base turns softer and cosier: caramel brings a warm, slightly toasted sweetness, amber a golden glow, and musk a smooth landing near the skin. This is where the perfume moves from holiday freshness to something warmer, and where your own preference decides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTest the decant on a warm day, on the inside of the wrists or at the nape, and use a restrained amount at first. Pay attention to how the citrus gives way to the caramel and musk base, since that change is what you are buying. A second trial in the evening shows whether it stays pleasant when the sun is gone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe brand lists it as unisex. This sample is for people who like bright fruity florals with a soft, sweet finish and prefer a sunny scent to a serious one. It is also a good trial if you collect warm-weather perfumes and want to know whether this one earns a place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Fragrance Du Bois Tropiques as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSummery fruit and caramel is a combination that tastes different on different people, and no description can predict it. FragranceGems fills the decant from the original bottle into a 10 ml glass spray vial, and we label it. It is not a sample from the brand, and the house is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat are Mahonial and Rosyfolia?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey are aroma ingredient names that the brand writes into the heart of its pyramid, next to lavandin. They are trademarked, so we spell them the way the brand does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs the decant the same as the bottle?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. We pour it from the original bottle into a glass spray vial and label it ourselves. It is a decant, not a Fragrance Du Bois sample, and we are not affiliated with the brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs Tropiques only for summer?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe brand's idea is an endless summer, so warm days suit it best. With a sample you can also try it on a cooler day and see whether the caramel and amber base still feels comfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it sweeter than it sounds?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt starts citrusy and tropical, but the heart has an aromatic lavandin and the base has caramel, amber and musk. How that balance reads is personal, which is why a few trial days are useful.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fragrance Du Bois","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693355794586,"sku":"DG-FDB-TROPIQUES-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693355827354,"sku":"DG-FDB-TROPIQUES-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693323813018,"sku":"DG-FDB-TROPIQUES-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/fragrance-du-bois-tropiques-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791499549"},{"product_id":"frederic-malle-carnal-flower-eau-de-parfum-sample","title":"Frederic Malle Carnal Flower Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eCarnal Flower is Dominique Ropion's portrait of tuberose, made with the absolute at a very high concentration. Frederic Malle describes it as a fresh, innocent opening that turns animalic and ends in milk and musk. Tuberose on this scale divides people, which is a good reason to wear 10 ml of it before choosing a 100 ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Water fruits (melon), Vegetal notes, Tuberose (fresh aspect)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Tuberose (milky aspect), Musk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWater fruit and green\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe listed top is a watery melon note, vegetal notes and the fresh side of tuberose. The first minutes are therefore cool, juicy and a little green rather than heavy, which is not what many people expect from this flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe animal turn\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe house speaks of an animalic character carried by camphor and dark spices, and its published note list gives no heart. This is the moment when the amount of tuberose absolute becomes obvious, and the moment most likely to decide for or against the perfume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMilk and musk\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base pairs the milky side of tuberose with musk, while the brand's description also brings in white musk. Together they smooth the earlier stages into a creamy finish near the skin, although tuberose stays the main voice from start to end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is concentrated tuberose, so begin with one application at the chest or the nape rather than on the wrists. Try it on a warm spring evening, outdoors if possible, then again indoors to see how it fills a room. Give the animalic middle time before you form an opinion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade for lovers of white flowers who want one taken seriously rather than softened into a bouquet. A sample suits anyone curious about a white flower with a warm, slightly animal streak, and anyone unsure whether they want tuberose of this intensity on their own skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Frederic Malle Carnal Flower as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne material at very high concentration leaves little room for compromise, so the verdict is usually quick: it works for you or it does not. A 10 ml decant lets you find out at small scale. FragranceGems fills it from the original bottle and labels it, and the house has no part in it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes it stay fresh?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnly at the start. After the cool, melon-like opening the animalic middle arrives, and the ending turns milky and soft with musk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy does the note list skip the heart?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrederic Malle's own page gives only top and base, so we show exactly that. The house describes the middle in prose instead, mentioning camphor, dark spices and an animalic side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow is the Carnal Flower vial filled?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10 ml glass spray vial, filled by FragranceGems from the original 100 ml Eau de Parfum bottle and labelled by us. Frederic Malle does not make or supply it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frederic Malle","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693356122266,"sku":"DG-FMA-CARNAL-FLOWER-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693356155034,"sku":"DG-FMA-CARNAL-FLOWER-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693323976858,"sku":"DG-FMA-CARNAL-FLOWER-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/frederic-malle-carnal-flower-eau-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395666"},{"product_id":"mind-games-the-forward-extrait-de-parfum-sample","title":"Mind Games The Forward Extrait de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eMind Games The Forward is an Extrait de Parfum composed by Nathalie Benareau in 2023 and described by the brand as modern, unisex and balanced between fresh and gourmand. Lemon, Madagascar mandarin and pomelo come first, jasmine sambac, tonka bean and a salt accord form the heart, and Madagascar vanilla, sandalwood and cashmeran finish it. Fresh meeting gourmand is a mix to try before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Lemon, Mandarin Madagascar, Pomelo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Jasmine Sambac, Tonka Bean, Salt Accord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Vanilla Madagascar, Sandalwood Drêches, Cashmeran\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCitrus with a pinch of salt\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLemon is the sharp edge, mandarin supplies juicy sweetness, and pomelo rounds things off with a faintly bitter softness. The salt accord does not turn the opening marine; it makes the fruit look more vivid. The first moments are airy and luminous with very little weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eJasmine, tonka and salt\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the heart jasmine sambac brings a warm, creamy and slightly fruity white floral, and tonka bean a soft almond-and-hay sweetness. The salt stays in the background and stops the floral from getting heavy. Here the brand's mix of fresh and gourmand meets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVanilla, sandalwood, cashmeran\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base is Madagascar vanilla for cream, sandalwood for a smooth milky wood and cashmeran for a soft, warm texture. The finish is gentle and rounded, and because it is an Extrait it stays close to the skin without turning heavy, which is the point to check on your own wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe citrus-led start suggests spring to early autumn, so wear the sample first on a mild day and then once in the evening. A light hand is enough for an Extrait. Wait for the salt and jasmine to settle behind the vanilla before you judge the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA sample suits people who like citrus but want it to end somewhere warmer than a short, fleeting freshness, and anyone who enjoys jasmine without a heavy floral. The brand lists it as unisex. If you dislike any gourmand sweetness, the vanilla end will show that quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Mind Games The Forward as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSalt in perfume is a subtle effect that depends heavily on skin, and it decides whether the citrus feels bright or just sweet. A 10 ml decant lets you check that balance, and see how the vanilla lands, before choosing the 100 ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is in the vial?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10 ml decant of Mind Games The Forward Extrait de Parfum in a glass spray vial, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us. It is not a brand sample and the brand is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat does the salt accord do?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt gives the citrus a salty twist so that lemon, mandarin and pomelo seem brighter, and the opening does not read as plain fruit juice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it a warm-weather perfume?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe citrus opening points that way, and the creamy base stays soft instead of heavy. A sample lets you check it in your own warm and cool weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs the sample the same Extrait?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is filled from the 100 ml Extrait de Parfum bottle, so the concentration you test is that of the full bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mind Games","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693356318874,"sku":"DG-MGA-THE-FORWARD-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693356351642,"sku":"DG-MGA-THE-FORWARD-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693324075162,"sku":"DG-MGA-THE-FORWARD-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/mind-games-the-forward-extrait-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395667"},{"product_id":"frederic-malle-en-passant-eau-de-parfum-sample","title":"Frederic Malle En Passant Eau de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrederic Malle En Passant is Olivia Giacobetti's portrait of lilac, a flower that gives no natural essence and has to be recreated. The brand pictures a bright May morning in Paris: sun-kissed dusty petals, green leaves, crisp stems. With only lilac and cucumber on top and white musk and cedar below, the whole thing is subtle, which makes it easy to judge wrongly from a list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Lilac, Cucumber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e White musk, Cedar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLilac and cucumber\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe top pairs lilac with a trace of cucumber, which brings cool air to the flower and keeps it from turning sweet. The brand describes dusty petals warmed by the sun beside green leaves and crisp stems. Notice how green or how floral this feels on you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA flower without an essence\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause lilac cannot be extracted, what you smell is an interpretation, one the brand calls remarkably realistic. Nothing syrupy is added. Whether that restraint appeals or seems too faint is exactly the type of question a decant answers, since quiet scents can almost vanish on some skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhite musk and cedar\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base lists two notes only. Cedar contributes a slim, dry wood and white musk a clean, soft skin feeling. Together they let the lilac fade rather than end in something heavy. Check what remains once the green and floral parts have gone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTry it on a spring morning, on the chest and neck, and keep a note of how much you can still sense later in the day. A light scent can take a generous hand, so use a little more than you would for a dense perfume. Repeat it in a quiet room and in the open air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe brand lists En Passant among its women's perfumes, though anyone who likes fresh lilac will enjoy it. It suits people who want a flower presented as it is, green and a little dusty, and who dislike scents that announce themselves. If you want presence, the decant tells you early.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Frederic Malle En Passant as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA perfume this light depends on how it meets your skin: some people find it a pleasure, others find it too faint. Our 10 ml decant, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us, lets you check that before you take on the 50 ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhich notes does it have?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLilac and cucumber at the top, white musk and cedar at the base. The brand lists no heart notes, so this page shows only those two levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is in the sample vial?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10 ml decant in a glass spray vial, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us. It is not an official brand sample, and Frederic Malle is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it sweet?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Lilac and cucumber on top, white musk and cedar underneath: the profile is green, floral and clean, and the brand's list contains no sweet base note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes it suit office days?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts quiet, fresh profile suits daytime and workplaces, where a heavy scent would be out of place. Wearing the decant on a working day is the easiest way to check how discreet it is for you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frederic Malle","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693356384410,"sku":"DG-FMA-EN-PASSANT-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693356417178,"sku":"DG-FMA-EN-PASSANT-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693324239002,"sku":"DG-FMA-EN-PASSANT-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/frederic-malle-en-passant-eau-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395668"},{"product_id":"sarah-baker-atlante-extrait-de-parfum-sample","title":"Sarah Baker Atlante Extrait de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eAtlante is an Extrait de Parfum by the London brand Sarah Baker, created in 2019 with perfumer Sarah McCartney. It is a salty, sparkling tidepool scent built around a mermaid-song theme, from yuzu and seaweed down to ambergris, seashells and driftwood. A sea scent depends heavily on how salt and skin meet, so a 10 ml decant is a wise first step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Yuzu, Pink pepper, Seaweed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Orris, Lily-of-the-valley, Wet rock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Ambergris, Seashells, Cedar, Driftwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYuzu, pink pepper and seaweed\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe top is yuzu, pink pepper and seaweed, citrus with a pinch of spice and a briny green edge. On a sample you can tell quickly whether the seaweed note feels sparkling and fresh to you, or too salty for comfort, before anything softer arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrris, lily of the valley and wet rock\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the heart, orris adds a powdery softness, lily of the valley a clean floral note, and wet rock the mineral, tidepool feeling. This is where the perfume moves from the sea surface down to the shore. It is also the stage that gives the scent its unusual, stony character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmbergris, seashells, cedar and driftwood\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base brings natural ambergris, seashells, cedar and driftwood, a dry, pale and slightly warm finish, as of wood bleached by the sea. The drydown is where you find out whether the marine idea becomes calm and woody on your skin, or stays sharp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose a warm spring or summer day and apply the decant to clean skin, ideally on a day when you are outdoors or by an open window. Smell the yuzu and seaweed first, then the soft flowers and wet rock, then the cedar and driftwood. Try it at work on a second day to see how it behaves indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor people who like salty, mineral and aquatic scents with more character than a plain marine freshness, and who enjoy a perfume with a story. It is unisex and suits daily wear and office days in warm weather. Those curious about ambergris and seashell notes will find it interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Sarah Baker Atlante as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSea and seaweed notes divide people more than most, and a 50 ml Extrait with a stony, salty character is not an easy blind buy. The decant is filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us. It is not a brand sample, and Sarah Baker is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is in an Atlante sample?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10 ml decant in a glass spray vial, filled by FragranceGems from the original Sarah Baker bottle and labelled by us. It is not a brand sample, and the brand is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it a typical marine perfume?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is aquatic, but the brand describes a tidepool with seaweed, wet rock, seashells and driftwood, which makes it more textured and mineral than a simple sea breeze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWho composed it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSarah McCartney is named as the perfumer, and the scent dates from 2019. Sarah Baker is a London brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhich seasons suit it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpring and summer, when its salty, sparkling side works best. A sample worn in those months gives you the clearest view.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah Baker","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693356253338,"sku":"DG-SBA-ATLANTE-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693356286106,"sku":"DG-SBA-ATLANTE-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693324370074,"sku":"DG-SBA-ATLANTE-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/sarah-baker-atlante-extrait-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395670"},{"product_id":"borntostandout-dirty-heaven-eau-de-parfum-sample","title":"BORNTOSTANDOUT Dirty Heaven Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eBORNTOSTANDOUT Dirty Heaven is an Eau de Parfum by Margaux Le Paih-Guérin from a Seoul brand. It sets jasmine and neroli under a single bergamot note and above a long base: tonka bean and saffron, then ambroxan, vanilla, white musks, grey amber and modern woods. With a base this full, the way it settles on your own skin is the part worth testing first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Bergamot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Jasmine, Neroli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Tonka Bean, Saffron, Ambroxan, Vanilla, White Musks, Grey Amber, Modern Woods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTop: one bright note\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBergamot is the only top note, so the opening is short and uncluttered. It gives a clear, light first impression and hands over to the flowers almost at once. Do not expect a long citrus phase; the perfume moves quickly toward its floral centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHeart: jasmine and neroli\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eJasmine and neroli share the heart. Jasmine is creamy and rich, neroli lighter and closer to orange blossom, and together they make the luminous part of the scent. Pay attention here to whether the flowers feel clean and radiant on you or a little heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBase: where it darkens\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeven base notes follow: tonka bean, saffron, ambroxan, vanilla, white musks, grey amber, modern woods. Tonka and vanilla soften the picture, saffron adds a dry spiced thread, and the amber and musks keep it smooth. The brand speaks of heaven with a hint of something forbidden, and this is where that shows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose a normal day and apply the decant to the inside of your wrist, then return to it as the bergamot disappears and the flowers settle. Wear it again in the evening on a second occasion, because the warm base is the longest part of the story and shows best once you have lived with it for a while.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA unisex choice for anyone who enjoys florals with no sharp edge and wants a soft one that ends warmer and darker. It suits people who would rather have white musks and amber than heavy dessert sweetness, though vanilla and tonka are part of it. The sample tells you quickly if that balance is yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try BORNTOSTANDOUT Dirty Heaven as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfumes with many base notes are hard to judge from a list: vanilla, saffron and amber can feel cosy on one skin and crowded on another. A 10 ml decant, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us, gives you time to check. It is not a brand sample, and BORNTOSTANDOUT is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is in the decant?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDirty Heaven Eau de Parfum, filled by FragranceGems from the original 50 ml bottle into a 10 ml glass spray vial and labelled by us. We are not affiliated with BORNTOSTANDOUT, and the brand has no part in the decant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it more floral or more warm?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth. Bergamot, jasmine and neroli give it a bright face, while tonka bean, vanilla and grey amber make the finish warm and soft. A test on your skin shows where it settles between the two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy does the base list matter for a test?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeven notes sit in the base, against one at the top. That means most of the character appears later, so try the sample more than once and give it room to develop before you decide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BORNTOSTANDOUT","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693357269146,"sku":"DG-BOR-DIRTY-HEAVEN-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693357301914,"sku":"DG-BOR-DIRTY-HEAVEN-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693324435610,"sku":"DG-BOR-DIRTY-HEAVEN-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/borntostandout-dirty-heaven-eau-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791499970"},{"product_id":"frederic-malle-lipstick-rose-eau-de-parfum-sample","title":"Frederic Malle Lipstick Rose Eau de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eLipstick Rose, by Ralf Schwieger for Frédéric Malle, takes one small scene as its subject: a star looking in the dressing-room mirror and putting on her lipstick. It is a powdery, fruity floral Eau de Parfum listed for women. Powdery perfumes divide people sharply, so a decant makes a sound first step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Grapefruit, Violet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Rose, Iris, Raspberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Vanilla, White musk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrapefruit meets violet\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe top sets juicy, slightly bitter grapefruit against soft, powdery violet. Raspberry, which the brand says plays against the grapefruit, starts to show early. This is the first sign of make-up, and it is the stage where powder-lovers and powder-skeptics part ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe flowers of make-up\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRose, iris and raspberry hold the heart. Iris and violet are what the brand calls the flowers of make-up, and the raspberry keeps them bright. The rose rounds the centre, so you get a bouquet and a lip colour in the same breath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVanilla and white musk\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVanilla and white musk carry the sweetness the brand mentions. The vanilla is soft and the musk clean, so the ending stays close to the skin. It is warm, powdery-sweet and quiet, like the moment after the lipstick has been applied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eApply the decant before an evening out and check it again the next morning on the same skin. Because the perfume is built around powder, test it in spring or summer conditions as listed and watch whether the powdery effect feels elegant or old-fashioned on you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe brand lists it among its women's perfumes. It suits people who like florals soft, fruity and slightly dressed up, and who enjoy violet and iris in a powdery mood. Dinners, dates and days when you want to feel put together are the right occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Frédéric Malle Lipstick Rose as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe scent is easy to picture, yet powder is the note that changes most from skin to skin. Frédéric Malle prints the perfumer's name on each bottle, and Ralf Schwieger's is on this one. A 10 ml decant, filled from the original bottle and labelled by us, shows if his make-up scene suits you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes Lipstick Rose smell of lipstick?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a scene rather than a literal copy. Violet and iris give the powdery, make-up side, raspberry and grapefruit the juice, and vanilla with white musk the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it a sweet scent?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSweetness comes from the raspberry, vanilla and white musk, softened by powdery violet and iris. The sample shows how sweet that feels to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs the decant made by Frédéric Malle?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, it is not an official brand sample. FragranceGems fills the 10 ml glass spray vial from the original bottle and labels it itself. Frédéric Malle is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frederic Malle","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693357596826,"sku":"DG-FMA-LIPSTICK-ROSE-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693357629594,"sku":"DG-FMA-LIPSTICK-ROSE-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693326205082,"sku":"DG-FMA-LIPSTICK-ROSE-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/frederic-malle-lipstick-rose-eau-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395675"},{"product_id":"sarah-baker-jungle-jezebel-extrait-de-parfum-sample","title":"Sarah Baker Jungle Jezebel Extrait de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eSarah Baker Jungle Jezebel is an Extrait de Parfum made with the perfumer Miguel Matos, and the brand calls it a deliberately provocative tropical floral. Banana, peach, bubblegum and grape in the opening are a bold promise, and how that sits with tuberose and civet is a personal matter, so a 10 ml decant is the right place to start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Banana, Peach, Bubblegum, Grape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Tuberose, Ylang-ylang, Rose, Sandalwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Civet, Vetiver, Vanilla, Tonka bean, Amber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA fruit stall in the sun\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe opening is loud by design: banana, peach, bubblegum and grape arrive at once, sweet and glossy. Nothing about it is subtle, which is the brand's intention. You will meet candy and ripe fruit before any flower appears, so see right away whether that makes you smile or flinch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePetals around the fruit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe heart is made of tuberose and ylang-ylang, heavy creamy white blossoms, with rose rounding things out and sandalwood smoothing the bouquet. The fruit does not vanish but is wrapped in petals, so the whole feels fuller and less like candy. This is the middle chapter to study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCivet, vetiver, vanilla\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeneath the party, the brand claims, lies more sophistication, and the base is where that lives. Civet gives an animal warmth, vetiver a dry, earthy thread, and a cushion of vanilla, tonka bean and amber softens it. Because it is an extrait, it settles slowly into a warm floral near the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWear the decant on a warm evening, in a small amount, and let the fruit pass before judging the flowers. Apply it on skin where you can smell it, such as the wrists, and return to it every so often. If you can, test it twice, once in warm weather and once indoors on a cooler night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis sample is for people who like a fruity floral that dares: admirers of tuberose and ylang-ylang, wearers of tropical gourmand styles, and anyone who finds polite, clean fragrances dull. The brand shows its range without gender labels. If you need a discreet office scent, look elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Sarah Baker Jungle Jezebel as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBubblegum next to tuberose and civet is a deliberate provocation, and only your skin can say whether it becomes charming or overwhelming. FragranceGems fills the 10 ml decant from the original bottle, and we label it. It is not a brand sample, and the brand is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it a fruity or a floral scent?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth, in sequence. Fruit leads, with banana, peach, bubblegum and grape, then tuberose, ylang-ylang, rose and sandalwood take the heart, and civet, vetiver and vanilla the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs the decant from the original bottle?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. We pour 10 ml from the original bottle into a glass spray vial and label it. It is a decant, not a Sarah Baker sample, and we are not affiliated with the brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it only a summer scent?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe tropical opening suits warm evenings. A sample lets you try it in other seasons and learn whether it feels bold or too loud outside summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is the brand's idea behind it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA tropical, deliberately provocative floral, with, in the brand's words, more sophistication underneath the party. The base of civet, vetiver, vanilla, tonka bean and amber is that underlying layer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah Baker","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693357465754,"sku":"DG-SBA-JUNGLE-JEZEBEL-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693357498522,"sku":"DG-SBA-JUNGLE-JEZEBEL-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693326499994,"sku":"DG-SBA-JUNGLE-JEZEBEL-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/sarah-baker-jungle-jezebel-extrait-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395677"},{"product_id":"nasomatto-nudiflorum-extrait-de-parfum-sample","title":"Nasomatto Nudiflorum Extrait de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eNasomatto describes the quest behind Nudiflorum as a vanishing point in nature and a nude desire in the translucence of our senses. It is an Extrait de Parfum from 2018 by Alessandro Gualtieri, and the brand publishes no notes. With nothing to read in advance, wearing a 10 ml decant is the only honest way to get to know it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat the brand says\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe brand offers two phrases and no list: a vanishing point in nature, and a nude desire in the translucence of the senses. These are images of thinning out and fading, applied to perception. They do not name an ingredient, so we treat them as the idea behind the perfume and nothing more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat stays unknown\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether the perfume feels sheer or dense, light or rich, is not something the brand says, and we will not guess it for you. That is exactly why a sample suits it. You learn how it opens, how it changes and how it sits on your skin by wearing it, over several days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe name and the cap\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe name Nudiflorum may suggest a plant, but the brand mentions no flowers or other material. The cap is padauk wood, a detail of the bottle and not of the scent. Do not expect the decant vial to carry that wooden cap, as it only holds the perfume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eApply one or two sprays to bare skin, since it is an Extrait, and give it a daytime trial and an evening trial. The brand sets no season or occasion, so let your own tests decide. Keep a short note after each wearing, because with unpublished notes your impressions are the only data you have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor people drawn to abstract, poetic descriptions who are happy to let a perfume reveal itself over several wearings. No gender label is given. If you rely on a note list to know whether you will like a scent, a perfume with a published pyramid is the easier route, though this one rewards the curious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Nasomatto Nudiflorum as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith no published notes, Nudiflorum is difficult to judge from a description, and a 30 ml bottle of an Extrait is a real commitment. The brand's poetry gives you an idea, not a pyramid. A 10 ml decant, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us, lets you decide from experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat are the notes?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNasomatto does not publish them for Nudiflorum, and we add nothing the brand has not said. How it smells is something you can only learn by wearing it, which is where the decant comes in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs Nudiflorum a floral perfume?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe name might suggest it, but the brand does not say, and we will not guess. Its two images, a vanishing point and a nude desire, name no flower, so judge it on skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs this decant made by Nasomatto?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, it is not an official brand sample. FragranceGems fills the 10 ml glass spray vial from the original bottle and labels it itself, and Nasomatto is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nasomatto","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693358710938,"sku":"DG-NAS-NUDIFLORUM-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693358743706,"sku":"DG-NAS-NUDIFLORUM-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693326794906,"sku":"DG-NAS-NUDIFLORUM-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/nasomatto-nudiflorum-extrait-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791501213"},{"product_id":"lorenzo-pazzaglia-dream-sea-extrait-de-parfum-sample","title":"Lorenzo Pazzaglia Dream Sea Extrait de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eDream Sea is a quiet marine Extrait de Parfum by Lorenzo Pazzaglia, built on a portrait: sitting on a spring night, admiring the sea and listening to it lap. The brand describes a peppery opening on marine notes that makes the sea feel cold at first, then warmer with white flowers and vanilla. Marine scents can shift a lot on skin, so a decant is a good first step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Aquatic Notes, Pink Pepper, Black Pepper, Ozone, Green Notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e White Flowers, Bulgarian Rose, Ylang-Ylang, Spices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Ambergris, Black Cyprus Salt, Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Vanilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePepper over cold water\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAquatic notes, ozone and green notes come with pink and black pepper, which makes the sea feel cold and clear at the start. The brand says exactly this, a cool first impression. It is a calm opening, more mist than splash, and it does not stay for long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhite flowers warm the water\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe heart brings white flowers, Bulgarian rose and ylang-ylang, with some spice. This is where the cold turns to warmth. The flowers are soft and rounded, and they give the sea a human, familiar quality, as the portrait of a person sitting beside it suggests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmbergris, salt and wood\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmbergris, black Cyprus salt, sandalwood, cedarwood and vanilla make the base. Salt and ambergris keep a trace of the sea, the woods give a dry frame and vanilla a soft, comforting finish. What remains is warm, close to the skin and quietly marine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose a mild spring evening or a calm day and put it on clean skin. Watch the shift from the cool, peppery start to the warmer floral heart, which is the point of this perfume. An Extrait is dense, so keep to a light hand and give the base time on your own skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeople who like marine perfumes with a warm, personal side rather than a sharp, salty splash. It is catalogued as unisex. If you expect loud freshness, the quiet character and the vanilla finish may feel softer than you imagine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Lorenzo Pazzaglia Dream Sea as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMarine accords, ozone and salt can read as crisp on one wearer and as flat on another, and the warm turn depends on your skin. The brand stresses the shift from cold to comforting, so a few wearings tell you more than a first spray. A 10 ml decant is built for that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is in the sample?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10 ml decant of Dream Sea, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle into a glass spray vial and labelled by us. It is not a brand sample and Lorenzo Pazzaglia is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes Dream Sea stay cool all the way?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, it turns. Pepper and marine notes make the start feel cool, then white flowers, vanilla and woods bring warmth. The brand describes that change as part of its idea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it a strong perfume?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is an Extrait de Parfum, so it is concentrated, but the character is quiet. A small amount is enough, and a decant gives many wearings to test it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhich notes are marine?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe brand lists aquatic notes, ozone, green notes and black Cyprus salt, plus ambergris in the base. Together they give the sea impression without any single sharp note.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lorenzo Pazzaglia","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693359431834,"sku":"DG-LPA-DREAM-SEA-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693359464602,"sku":"DG-LPA-DREAM-SEA-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693326827674,"sku":"DG-LPA-DREAM-SEA-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/lorenzo-pazzaglia-dream-sea-extrait-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395679"},{"product_id":"lorenzo-pazzaglia-ginfusion-extrait-de-parfum-sample","title":"Lorenzo Pazzaglia Ginfusion Extrait de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eLorenzo Pazzaglia Ginfusion turns the mood of a gin-and-lemon cocktail into an Extrait de Parfum. Lemon, orange, mandarin, yuzu and pomelo open it, with peppermint adding a cold edge, and juniper and a gin accord hold the heart. In the brand's words it is fresh and irreverent. Fresh extraits are rare enough to deserve a careful first test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Lemon, Sweet Orange, Mandarin, Orange Zest, Bergamot, Peppermint, Lime, Yuzu, Neroli, Citron, Pomelo, Cassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Green Tea Leaves, Juniper, Gin Spirit, Tarragon, Lemon Balm, Lily of the Valley, Mate Tea, Spearmint, Lemongrass, Ginger, Vervain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Cedarwood, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Cardamom, Wild Juniper, Oakmoss, Amber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA crowd of citrus\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe opening lists twelve notes, led by lemon, sweet orange, mandarin and orange zest, with bergamot, lime, yuzu, neroli, citron, pomelo and cassis behind them. Peppermint adds a sharp jolt. Notice how many of them you can still tell apart after a few minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eJuniper, gin and tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eJuniper and a gin accord hold the middle, softened by green tea leaves and mate tea. Tarragon, lemon balm, spearmint, lemongrass and vervain keep the heart herbal and cool, with ginger and lily of the valley as small warm and floral touches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDry woods underneath\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base is dry: cedarwood, vetiver, sandalwood and wild juniper, with cardamom, oakmoss and amber. It lets the brightness settle, fitting the brand's play between energy and relaxation. Oakmoss gives the dryness a shaded depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWear it on a warm day at a desk or on a terrace, then again on a cooler one, since the dry base should carry it either way. Because it is an extrait, a modest application is enough to judge. Check how cold the peppermint feels and how soon the herbs take over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeople who prefer citrus, herbs and green tea to sweetness, and like a clean, slightly dry scent with a sense of humour. It fits the office as easily as a terrace. It is unisex. Those who love gourmand or heavy fragrances may find it too light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Lorenzo Pazzaglia Ginfusion as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwelve citrus and herb notes can add up to a crisp cocktail or to a busy smell, and only skin can tell. The perfume dates from 2026 and belongs to the brand's Cocktail collection. Our 10 ml decant is filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle, so a first test stays low-stakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes the decant come from Lorenzo Pazzaglia?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. FragranceGems fills the glass spray vial from the original 50 ml bottle and applies its own label. The brand did not make the decant and is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs Ginfusion only for summer?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt leans to warm weather because of the citrus, mint and green tea, yet the cedarwood, vetiver and sandalwood base gives it enough substance for spring and early autumn too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat idea is behind the name?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA gin-and-lemon cocktail is the target: juniper and a gin accord stand for the spirit, lemon and other citrus for the sparkle, peppermint for the chill.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lorenzo Pazzaglia","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693360152730,"sku":"DG-LPA-GINFUSION-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693360185498,"sku":"DG-LPA-GINFUSION-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693327384730,"sku":"DG-LPA-GINFUSION-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/lorenzo-pazzaglia-ginfusion-extrait-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395683"},{"product_id":"goldfield-banks-bohemian-lime-eau-de-parfum-sample","title":"Goldfield \u0026 Banks Bohemian Lime Eau de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eGoldfield \u0026amp; Banks Bohemian Lime is an Eau de Parfum from Australia, composed by Amélie Jacquin and released in 2020, with Australian finger lime and coriander on top and Haitian vetiver, Atlas cedarwood and Australian sandalwood underneath. The house files it under citrus and aromatic. It lists no heart notes, so how the lime hands over to the wood is best learned on your own skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Australian finger lime, Coriander\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Vetiver, Atlas cedarwood, Australian sandalwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFinger lime and coriander\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe opening starts from the Australian finger lime, a tart, green citrus, with coriander beside it for a dry, slightly spiced lift. The effect is clean and bright instead of sweet, and no flower sits in the way of the lime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStraight to the wood\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe house names no heart notes. That means the scent moves from lime and coriander directly toward the wood, without a floral or fruity bridge. It is a direct, tidy shape, and the lime stays in view for as long as it lasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVetiver, cedarwood, sandalwood\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base holds Haitian vetiver, Moroccan Atlas cedarwood and Australian sandalwood. Vetiver is earthy and dry, cedarwood straight and clean, sandalwood smooth and creamy. Together they stop the citrus from staying thin and give the finish a calm, woody shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a bright, clean scent, so wear it first on a warm day in spring or summer, to work or on an errand. Then try it on a mild day, and notice the moment where the lime fades and the woods take over, because that is what the perfume is about.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe house calls its whole range unisex. Try it if you like citrus without sugar and want a woody finish that feels tidy. If you lean toward florals or gourmand notes, a sample shows quickly that this one is too dry and green for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Goldfield \u0026amp; Banks Bohemian Lime as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCitrus perfumes can feel very different between the first spray and the finish, and the woody base here changes how the lime ends. A 10 ml decant lets you see whether the vetiver and cedarwood add the depth you want before you commit to 100 ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is in the vial?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10 ml decant of Goldfield \u0026amp; Banks Bohemian Lime Eau de Parfum in a glass spray vial, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us. It is not a brand sample and the house is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow citrusy is it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClearly citrus at the start, led by the finger lime, but the coriander keeps it dry and the vetiver and woods give it depth. A sample shows how long the lime stays in front on you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes it have a floral heart?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The house records no heart notes and no flowers: finger lime, coriander, vetiver, Atlas cedarwood and Australian sandalwood are all there is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs the decant the same concentration as the full bottle?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is filled from the 100 ml Eau de Parfum, so you test the same concentration as the full bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Goldfield \u0026 Banks","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693360873626,"sku":"DG-GBA-BOHEMIAN-LIME-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693360906394,"sku":"DG-GBA-BOHEMIAN-LIME-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693327450266,"sku":"DG-GBA-BOHEMIAN-LIME-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/goldfield-banks-bohemian-lime-eau-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395684"},{"product_id":"lorenzo-pazzaglia-sex-sea-extrait-de-parfum-sample","title":"Lorenzo Pazzaglia Sex-Sea Extrait de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eSex-Sea comes from Lorenzo Pazzaglia's Sea collection, an Extrait de Parfum with a long list of notes: absinthe, mint and a spread of citrus at the top, fig, ozone and white flowers in the heart, seaweed, salt and ambergris at the base. The brand pictures a beach party that ends at sunset, and a sample shows whether the salt suits your skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Absinthe, Mint, Yuzu, Cedar, Bergamot, Mixed Citrus, Orange, Mandarin, Pink Grapefruit, Pink Pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Fig, Ozone, Marine Notes, White Flowers, Sardinian Myrtle, Oakmoss, Cedarwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Seaweed, Salt, Ambergris, Patchouli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSparkle on the sand\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYuzu, bergamot, orange, mandarin, pink grapefruit and mixed citrus make the first minutes bright. Absinthe and mint add a cool herbal edge, and pink pepper a dry spark. The brand imagines cocktails and live music here, and the citrus stays light and quick to pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFig, white flowers, sea air\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe middle is soft and slightly green: fig, white flowers and Sardinian myrtle, with oakmoss and cedarwood giving shape. Ozone and marine notes carry the feel of sea air through it. The brand describes a delicate bed of white flowers, and the stretch stays airy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSalt on warm skin\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base has little sweetness and a lot of texture: seaweed, salt, ambergris and patchouli. Ambergris softens the salt with skin-like warmth, and patchouli grounds it. The brand speaks of salt water on dry skin as the sun sets, simple and magnetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWear the decant on a warm spring or summer day, ideally one that includes a terrace or a walk outdoors, and apply it to skin. Pay attention to the moment the citrus gives way to salt and seaweed. As an Extrait it needs only a light hand, so a small amount is enough to judge it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is listed as unisex and suits people who like fresh, salty scents with some herbal bite and want a sea perfume that is not simply clean. Beach days, terraces, summer parties and relaxed evenings out are its setting. If marine notes make you think of cleaning products, test it carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Lorenzo Pazzaglia Sex-Sea as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSea-themed perfumes can read as fresh air or as something chemical, and the salt and seaweed in this one decide which. Lorenzo Pazzaglia made it himself, handcrafted in Italy. A 10 ml decant, filled by FragranceGems and labelled by us, helps you check that before you spend on 50 ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs Sex-Sea a fresh perfume?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, mostly: citrus, mint, ozone and marine notes lead. Salt, seaweed, ambergris and patchouli give it a mineral, skin-like base, so it is fresh without being only clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen should I wear it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe tags list spring and summer, daily wear and evenings. It is a natural choice for warm days, beach holidays and terraces, though a decant lets you try it indoors as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs this decant made by the brand?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, it is not an official brand sample. FragranceGems fills the 10 ml glass spray vial from the original bottle and labels it itself, and Lorenzo Pazzaglia is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lorenzo Pazzaglia","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693360480410,"sku":"DG-LPA-SEX-SEA-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693360513178,"sku":"DG-LPA-SEX-SEA-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693327515802,"sku":"DG-LPA-SEX-SEA-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/lorenzo-pazzaglia-sex-sea-extrait-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395685"},{"product_id":"goldfield-banks-pacific-rock-flower-eau-de-parfum-sample","title":"Goldfield \u0026 Banks Pacific Rock Flower Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003ePacific Rock Flower is a floral aquatic by Goldfield \u0026amp; Banks, drawn from the sunlit coast of eastern Australia. Emilie Bouge composed it around the white blossoms of the coastal tea tree, with a sea-salt accord for the salt air, and lets cocowax, tuberose and coral flower rest on patchouli and Australian sandalwood. Salt beside cream is an unusual pairing, so a small trial comes first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Sea salt accord, Coastal tea tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Cocowax, Tuberose, Coral flower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Patchouli, Australian sandalwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTea tree and salt\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe perfume opens on coastal tea tree with a sea-salt accord beside it. The tea tree is a native Australian shrub bearing small white blossoms, so the effect is cool, slightly green and mineral, more like wind off the water than a bouquet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCocowax meets tuberose\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the middle sit cocowax, tuberose and coral flower. Tuberose is rich and white, cocowax contributes soft, milky wax, and coral flower threads a lighter floral note through both. Cream and salt pull against each other, which keeps the flowers lively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePatchouli and sandalwood\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnder the flowers lie patchouli and Australian sandalwood. Patchouli brings damp earth, sandalwood a smooth cream, and together they stop the aquatic freshness from drifting off. The base gives the scent a warm, woody floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFresh and creamy at once, so test it in spring or summer, on a travel day or a relaxed afternoon. Apply it to the neck and the inside of the wrists, and give the salt a few minutes to meet the cream before judging. Wear it once on a dry day and once on a humid one to see how the salt behaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGender-free, as the house frames its whole range. A sample is for wearers after a floral that carries salt and air over a sweet bouquet, plus a relaxed, slightly offbeat character. If classic white florals feel too heavy, this is a gentle way to find out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Goldfield \u0026amp; Banks Pacific Rock Flower as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMarine and creamy notes in one perfume are hard to picture, and people differ on how much salt they want next to tuberose. The 10 ml decant is filled by FragranceGems from the original 100 ml bottle and labelled by us. Goldfield \u0026amp; Banks takes no part in it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it a sea perfume or a floral?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA floral first. The sea-salt accord supplies the salt-air effect, yet the lead roles go to tuberose, cocowax and coral flower, with patchouli and sandalwood below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat does the cocowax do?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt brings a milky, waxy creaminess that rounds off the tuberose and takes the edge off the salt, so freshness and smoothness arrive together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat concentration is the Eau de Parfum?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe brand states 25 % of essences and botanicals, which is high for an Eau de Parfum. The decant holds that same Eau de Parfum.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Goldfield \u0026 Banks","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693361692826,"sku":"DG-GBA-PACIFIC-ROCK-FLOWER-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693361725594,"sku":"DG-GBA-PACIFIC-ROCK-FLOWER-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693327843482,"sku":"DG-GBA-PACIFIC-ROCK-FLOWER-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/goldfield-banks-pacific-rock-flower-eau-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395687"},{"product_id":"lorenzo-pazzaglia-summer-hammer-extrait-de-parfum-sample","title":"Lorenzo Pazzaglia Summer Hammer Extrait de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eSummer Hammer is an Extrait de Parfum by Lorenzo Pazzaglia, an Italian brand founded in 2021, released in 2023. The brand describes it as summer in a bottle for all 365 days of the year, with a juicy mango and pina colada accord. Tropical fruit can be fun on one person and loud on another, so a 10 ml decant is a sensible way to try it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Mango, Pineapple, Coconut, Tropical Notes, Bergamot, White Rhum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Coconut Milk, Marine Notes, White Flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Vetiver, Musk, Sandalwood, Indian Amber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMango, pineapple and coconut\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe top is a crowd of tropical notes: mango, pineapple, coconut, bergamot and white rum, plus a general tropical accord. The brand calls the accord immediate and playful. On a sample the first minutes show clearly whether you enjoy this sweet, juicy, holiday-like start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoconut milk, sea air and white flowers\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the heart, coconut milk gives creaminess, marine notes add an airy, salty freshness, and white flowers bring a soft floral bouquet. This is the part that stops the fruit from turning heavy. It is also where the brand's idea of a cheerful, sunny scent becomes balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVetiver, musk, sandalwood and amber\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base is vetiver, musk, sandalwood and Indian amber, a dry, woody, slightly warm foundation. The brand speaks of a solid base with green notes, and it gives the fruit something to rest on. The drydown shows how much of the summer mood stays once the juice has faded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose a warm day and apply the decant on clean skin, then wear it somewhere you can notice the changes, such as an outdoor lunch or a walk. Smell it at the start for the fruit, again for the coconut and sea air, and at the end for the wood. Try a second wearing indoors to see how it behaves in a closed room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor people who like fresh, fruity and slightly tropical scents with a holiday spirit, and who want something playful for daily wear or a special day. It is unisex and moderate in strength. It will appeal to anyone who enjoys coconut and pineapple but wants wood and musk underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Lorenzo Pazzaglia Summer Hammer as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMango and pina colada notes either make you smile or feel too sweet, and the tropical mood is hard to judge from a list. The decant is filled by FragranceGems from the original 50 ml bottle and labelled by us. It is not a brand sample, and Lorenzo Pazzaglia is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is in a Summer Hammer sample?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10 ml decant in a glass spray vial, filled by FragranceGems from the original Lorenzo Pazzaglia bottle and labelled by us. It is not a brand sample, and the brand is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it only for summer?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe brand calls it summer in a bottle for all 365 days of the year, though spring and summer suit its fresh, fruity side best. A sample lets you try it in other seasons too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it very sweet?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has sweet parts, such as mango, pineapple and coconut milk, but marine notes, vetiver and sandalwood add freshness and dryness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWho composed it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLorenzo Pazzaglia is named as the perfumer, and the brand dates the scent to 2023. The house itself was founded in Italy in 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lorenzo Pazzaglia","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693361135770,"sku":"DG-LPA-SUMMER-HAMMER-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693361168538,"sku":"DG-LPA-SUMMER-HAMMER-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693327909018,"sku":"DG-LPA-SUMMER-HAMMER-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/lorenzo-pazzaglia-summer-hammer-extrait-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395688"},{"product_id":"byredo-bal-dafrique-eau-de-parfum-sample","title":"Byredo Bal d'Afrique Eau de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eByredo Bal d'Afrique is the house's tribute to the lasting influence of African cultures on dance, art and music. It is an Eau de Parfum that the brand files as floral, genderless and of medium intensity. Its mix of buchu, blackcurrant, violet and vetiver is distinctive enough that wearing it first is wiser than judging from a list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e South African Buchu, African Marigold, Bergamot, Blackcurrant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Cyclamen, Jasmine Petals, Violet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Tonka Bean Absolue, Cedarwood, Musks, Vetiver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA juicy start\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBergamot, blackcurrant, African marigold and South African buchu make up the top. The brand calls the opening bright and juicy, and buchu and marigold are the parts you will not meet in every perfume. Watch how the start changes on your skin as the heart takes over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eViolet and cyclamen\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe heart combines cyclamen, jasmine petals and violet, a mixture the brand describes as textured. Violet and cyclamen lead the floral side. This is where the fruit gives way to flowers, and the stage where personal taste matters most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCedar, vetiver, tonka\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCedarwood and vetiver give the base a dry, woody frame, while tonka bean absolue and musks add a soft sweetness. The finish is smooth and stays close to the skin. A sample shows whether that woody end suits you after a floral heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eApply it to the wrists and neck on a mild spring or summer day, then again on an evening out. The brand sets it at medium intensity, so it should sit comfortably in both. Note how the fruity opening gives way to violet and which phase you like most. Two or three separate trials give a fair picture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnyone who likes a floral built from fruit and wood rather than one large bloom. The house calls it genderless, so anyone curious about violet and cyclamen can try it. It suits people who enjoy a fresh, slightly unusual floral with a woody base underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Byredo Bal d'Afrique as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe perfume starts from a cultural idea, a tribute to African influence on dance, art and music, and carries uncommon top notes such as buchu and marigold. Uncommon notes divide opinion, so a 10 ml decant filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle is a gentle way to find out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is in the 10 ml vial?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEau de Parfum from the original Byredo 50 ml bottle, decanted by FragranceGems into a glass spray vial and labelled by us. Byredo is not involved, and the decant does not come from the brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it floral, fruity or woody?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe brand files it as floral. On skin you meet fruit on top, flowers in the heart and cedarwood and vetiver underneath, so the sample shows which of the three you notice most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat do buchu and marigold add?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey are the two less common notes next to bergamot and blackcurrant. The brand lists them as South African buchu and African marigold. Testing shows how much of that difference you notice in the opening.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Byredo","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693360545946,"sku":"DG-BYR-BAL-DAFRIQUE-EDP-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693360578714,"sku":"DG-BYR-BAL-DAFRIQUE-EDP-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693327974554,"sku":"DG-BYR-BAL-DAFRIQUE-EDP-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/byredo-bal-dafrique-eau-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395688"},{"product_id":"nishane-ani-x-extrait-de-parfum-sample","title":"Nishane Ani X Extrait de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eNishane Ani X is an Extrait de Parfum from Istanbul, composed by Cécile Zarokian in 2023 and listed as unisex. It comes from the house's X Collection, which reworks earlier perfumes. Citrus, melon and spice open it, lavender, sage and green apple lead the heart, and vanilla with soft woods, ambergris and white musk closes it. A long note list like this is much clearer on skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Bergamot, Lemon, Watery Notes, Honeydew Melon, Cardamom, Blue Ginger, Pink Pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Lavender, Sage, Green Apple, Blackcurrant, Rose, Patchouli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Cedarwood, Cashmere Wood, Vanilla, Ambergris, White Musk, Sandalwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCitrus, melon and water\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe top holds seven notes: bergamot and lemon, watery notes and honeydew melon for a cool, juicy freshness, then cardamom, blue ginger and pink pepper for a light dry spice. The first minutes are crisp and full of juice, not sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLavender, sage and apple\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe heart turns aromatic and green. Lavender and sage add a clean herbal quality, green apple a tart crunch, and blackcurrant, rose and patchouli bring depth and a little dark fruit beneath. This is where the freshness calms down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSoft woods and vanilla\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base joins cedarwood and cashmere wood into a soft, dry, slightly velvety wood, with sandalwood for creaminess and vanilla for warmth that does not turn syrupy. Ambergris and white musk give a clean, smooth finish near the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith a bright start and a soft end, it can be tested in different settings: once on a warm day, once in the evening or on a mild autumn day. Apply to clean skin and give the citrus and melon a few minutes before you form an opinion of the heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA sample suits people who want citrus and herbs on top of a gentle vanilla, a mix between fresh and warm. It fits work days, relaxed dinners and travel. If you find heavier vanilla scents too much but still like a soft finish, this is worth testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Nishane Ani X as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith seven top notes, six in the heart and six in the base, Ani X changes through the day and across skins, and the vanilla may come forward on some people more than others. A 10 ml decant lets you follow all of that before you commit to 100 ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is in the vial?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10 ml decant of Nishane Ani X Extrait de Parfum in a glass spray vial, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us. It is not a brand sample and Nishane is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it fresh or sweet?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth. Citrus, melon and light spice lead, the heart is herbal and green, and the base is vanilla with soft woods and musk. Nishane sums its profile up as citrus, spicy and vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat does the X stand for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe X refers to the X Collection, the line where Nishane takes up earlier perfumes and revises them. Ani X is the revised version of Ani.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it the same Extrait as the full bottle?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is filled from the 100 ml Extrait de Parfum bottle, so the concentration you test is the one of the full bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nishane","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693360283802,"sku":"DG-NIS-ANI-X-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693360316570,"sku":"DG-NIS-ANI-X-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693328007322,"sku":"DG-NIS-ANI-X-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/nishane-ani-x-extrait-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395689"},{"product_id":"goldfield-banks-pacific-rock-moss-eau-de-parfum-sample","title":"Goldfield \u0026 Banks Pacific Rock Moss Eau de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003ePacific Rock Moss was the first formulation Goldfield \u0026amp; Banks ever made, centred on Australian coastal moss from the South Coast. Italian lemon, French sage and Egyptian geranium accent it, Virginia cedarwood and white musk close it. Its family is aromatic aquatic, according to the house. Moss is an unusual lead, so a 10 ml decant is a good way to see how it wears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAustralian coastal moss, Lemon (Italy), Sage (France), Geranium (Egypt), Cedarwood (Virginia, USA), White musk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMoss at the centre\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe brand places the coastal moss in the middle and arranges the rest around it. Moss tends to feel damp, green and a little mineral, and the house points it towards sea spray and summer light. Start by noticing whether that cool, green character is what you want from a perfume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLemon, sage, geranium\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eItalian lemon adds clean brightness, French sage a dry, herbal edge and Egyptian geranium a green, faintly rosy softness. They are accents, not leads. The brand gives no top, heart and base for this perfume, so the notes are listed together, and you judge them as one combined picture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCedar and white musk\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVirginia cedarwood is dry and pencil-like, white musk is clean and soft, and together they stop the moss from turning heavy. Because the finish is woody and musky, it stays quiet. Check on a second day whether it still feels fresh to you once the lemon has gone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eApply it to the neck and wrists on a mild or warm day and let it settle before you judge it. It is an Eau de Parfum, so a few sprays are plenty. Try it once at a desk and once outdoors, since a green, mossy scent can feel quite different in still air and open air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe brand calls its whole range gender-free, so it is unisex. It suits people who like aromatic, herbal scents with a mineral, green character and who prefer clean over sweet. If you are looking for sugar or vanilla, this is not that perfume, and the sample will confirm it quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Goldfield \u0026amp; Banks Pacific Rock Moss as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMoss is not a note everyone enjoys, and it is not easy to judge from words alone. Our 10 ml decant, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us, lets you test the first perfume the house ever made before you take the 50 ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is this perfume built on?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCoastal moss from Australia's South Coast leads, with Italian lemon, French sage and Egyptian geranium as accents and Virginia cedarwood and white musk beneath. The house sorts it into aromatic aquatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is in the vial I receive?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10 ml decant in a glass spray vial, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us. It is not an official brand sample, and Goldfield \u0026amp; Banks is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it fresh or sweet?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFresh. The notes are moss, lemon, sage, geranium, cedarwood and white musk, with no vanilla, caramel or other sweet note listed. Think green, clean and dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy are the notes not split into levels?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe brand publishes a flat list of botanicals and essences, not a pyramid, so this page shows them together instead of inventing a top, heart and base.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Goldfield \u0026 Banks","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693362217114,"sku":"DG-GBA-PACIFIC-ROCK-MOSS-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693362249882,"sku":"DG-GBA-PACIFIC-ROCK-MOSS-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693328040090,"sku":"DG-GBA-PACIFIC-ROCK-MOSS-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/goldfield-banks-pacific-rock-moss-eau-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395689"},{"product_id":"lorenzo-pazzaglia-sun-gria-extrait-de-parfum-sample","title":"Lorenzo Pazzaglia Sun-gria Extrait de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eSun-gria is a fruity, spiced Extrait de Parfum from Lorenzo Pazzaglia's Cocktail collection, created by the founder himself in 2024. Red orange and citrus lead, peach, blackcurrant, raspberry and red wine make the heart, and cane sugar, vanilla and soft woods close it. The pyramid is crowded and sweet, so a sample is a sensible place to start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Red Orange, Mandarin, Lemon, Bergamot, Green Notes, Ginger, Cinnamon, Clove, Pink Pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Apple, Blackcurrant, Peach, Raspberry, Red Grape, Tinto Wine, Turkish Rose, Cardamom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Cane Sugar, Vanilla, Vanilla Pods, Tonka Bean, Benzoin, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Musk, Birchwood, Cedarwood, Amber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrange, citrus, spice\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRed orange, mandarin, lemon and bergamot open the perfume, and green notes keep the citrus crisp. Ginger, cinnamon, clove and pink pepper add what the brand calls a light sprinkle of spice. The start is juicy and bright, and the spice gives warmth from the first minute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFruit the colour of wine\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeach, blackcurrant, apple, raspberry and red grape make the heart dark and juicy, and tinto wine deepens it further. Turkish rose and cardamom run underneath, so the fruit is also slightly floral and spiced. The brand calls this stage warm, or caliente.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSugar, vanilla, wood\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCane sugar, vanilla and vanilla pods round off the base with sweetness. Tonka bean and benzoin add warmth, and sandalwood, cedarwood and birchwood keep it from turning sticky, with patchouli, musk and amber below. As an extrait, the drydown stays tight to the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn extrait is dense and the base is sweet, so apply it lightly to clean skin before you head out and leave it alone. Warm evenings and mild autumn days suit it, when the citrus is bright and the vanilla soft. Judge it over two different evenings, since sweetness feels different in different weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeople who enjoy fruit and spice over a sweet base, and who want a perfume with colour rather than a quiet, clean one. Unisex, and at home at dinners, parties and summer evenings. A formal office or a very hot afternoon is a less natural setting for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Lorenzo Pazzaglia Sun-gria as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith wine, brown sugar and nearly thirty named notes, Sun-gria can be thrilling or too much, and only your own skin will tell. A 10 ml decant gives you several evenings to find out whether the fruit and the sugar settle into balance on you before you take on 50 ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat am I receiving?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10 ml decant of Sun-gria Extrait de Parfum, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle into a glass spray vial and labelled by us. It is not a brand sample, and the house is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs Sun-gria very sweet?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is sweet, built on cane sugar, vanilla and fruit, but citrus, spices, rose, cardamom and woods add contrast. A sample shows how that balance lands on you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is the Cocktail collection?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe name of the collection this perfume belongs to. The brand describes Sun-gria as full of life and vivid colour, with a Latin melody in its picture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWho created it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLorenzo Pazzaglia, the founder of the Italian house, which dates from 2021. Sun-gria itself is dated 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lorenzo Pazzaglia","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693361496218,"sku":"DG-LPA-SUN-GRIA-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693361528986,"sku":"DG-LPA-SUN-GRIA-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693328072858,"sku":"DG-LPA-SUN-GRIA-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/lorenzo-pazzaglia-sun-gria-extrait-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395690"},{"product_id":"lorenzo-pazzaglia-tropikalys-karma-extrait-de-parfum-sample","title":"Lorenzo Pazzaglia Tropikalys Karma Extrait de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eTropikalys Karma is an Extrait de Parfum by Lorenzo Pazzaglia, presented as a creamy, colourful tropical fruit smoothie turned into a scent. It opens on coconut, papaya and pineapple, moves through pitaya, mango and lychee, and ends on amber woods with musky vanilla. With this many fruit notes, a decant shows if it is playful for you or too much.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Coconut, Papaya, Grapefruit, Star Fruit, Guanabana, Mangosteen, Pineapple, Apple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Violet, Geranium, Flambéed Peach, Mulberry, Banana, Yellow Pitaya, Mango Smoothie Accord, Milk Accord, Lychee, Yellow Melon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Plantain, Amber Woods, Boswellia, Patchouli, Musk, Myrrh, Musky Vanilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA bowl of fruit up top\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCoconut, papaya, grapefruit, star fruit, guanabana, mangosteen, pineapple and apple crowd the opening. Grapefruit and apple stop the sweetness from sagging. On the decant, count how long the first burst lasts on you and how it changes once the juiciness has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMango smoothie and milk\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the heart, a mango smoothie accord and a milk accord soften the fruit into cream. Pitaya, lychee, yellow melon, banana, mulberry and flambéed peach fill it out, with violet and geranium keeping a thin floral line. This is the stage that makes the scent feel gourmand or not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmber woods, vanilla, a sunny touch\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnderneath, it turns warmer and drier than the top promised. Amber woods, boswellia, myrrh and patchouli give it structure, musk and musky vanilla make it soft, and plantain adds a sunny touch, as the brand puts it. It never turns dark, the fruit just calms down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWear the decant on a warm day, when tropical fruit feels natural, and once more on a cooler evening to see how the amber base behaves. Because it is an Extrait, go lightly at first. Take a short note on how long the fruit stays in front and whether the cream starts to feel sticky or still pleasant to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeople who like fruit and cream in a perfume and do not mind a sweet, playful character. It suits anyone who enjoys gourmand scents but wants colour rather than dessert. If you prefer dry, smoky or strictly formal perfumes, it will feel too bright for you, and the sample tells you before you buy a bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Lorenzo Pazzaglia Tropikalys Karma as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwenty-five notes are listed here, so no list on a page can tell you whether the result feels balanced or like a fruit stall. The house makes only extraits, which are dense. Wearing a 10 ml decant first lets you see whether this tropical mood works for your skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is in the vial?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTropikalys Karma Extrait de Parfum, filled by FragranceGems from the original 50 ml bottle into a 10 ml glass spray vial and labelled by us. Lorenzo Pazzaglia does not supply it, and we are not affiliated with the brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it a very sweet scent?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is fruity and creamy, with a milk accord and a mango smoothie accord, but grapefruit, apple, violet and the amber woods add some structure. How sweet it feels is personal, and a decant answers it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhich collection is it from?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSelf Portrait, according to the brand. Lorenzo Pazzaglia groups his perfumes in themed collections, and every one is an Extrait de Parfum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWill 10 ml be enough to decide?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, for several wearings. You can try it on a warm day, on holiday-type weekends and on a cooler evening, which is the spread of weather that decides whether a fruit scent works for you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lorenzo Pazzaglia","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693361823898,"sku":"DG-LPA-TROPIKALYS-KARMA-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693361856666,"sku":"DG-LPA-TROPIKALYS-KARMA-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693328269466,"sku":"DG-LPA-TROPIKALYS-KARMA-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/lorenzo-pazzaglia-tropikalys-karma-extrait-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395692"},{"product_id":"nishane-hacivat-extrait-de-parfum-sample","title":"Nishane Hacivat Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eHacivat takes its name from a figure in Turkish shadow theatre, and Nishane presents this Extrait de Parfum as an homage to elegance, kindness and love of art. Pineapple and bergamot lead a chypre with woody notes behind it. Fruit-led chypres can feel playful or austere depending on the wearer, so a 10 ml decant is a sensible first meeting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Bergamot, Pineapple, Grapefruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Jasmine, Patchouli, Cedarwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Clearwood, Oakmoss, Dry Timberwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePineapple, bergamot, grapefruit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePineapple and bergamot lead, and grapefruit gives a dry, mildly bitter rim. The fruit is juicy yet pulled toward crisp by the citrus, which is the bright, sparkling quality the brand describes. Notice how long that sparkle lasts on you before the woods arrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eJasmine, patchouli, cedarwood\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the heart, jasmine lends a gentle floral warmth, patchouli some earthy shadow and cedarwood a clean, dry line. The fruit steps back, and the chypre structure becomes easier to follow. Here you see how serious the perfume feels beyond its juicy start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOakmoss and dry wood\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eClearwood, oakmoss and dry timberwood make up the base. Oakmoss supplies the damp green of a forest floor which is the backbone of a chypre, while the two woods keep the ending dry and airy. It finishes woody and mossy rather than sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTry it in daytime and in mild to warm weather, where the citrus-led opening is at home, and once more on a cooler day to meet the woods. It is an extrait, so begin with a small amount on chest or wrists and let the pineapple settle before you judge the moss. Compare it at a desk and at a dinner table if you can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeant for those who like perfume fresh and structured, not sweet: fruit and citrus bring brightness, moss and wood bring seriousness. A sample suits anyone wanting one polished scent for work, dinners and warm days who is unsure about a mossy, woody finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Nishane Hacivat as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePineapple in a serious chypre is a combination people either enjoy at once or find odd, and mossy bases vary in how they feel on skin. The decant is 10 ml, filled by FragranceGems from the original 100 ml bottle and labelled by us. Nishane is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it a fruity perfume?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFruity at the start, then green and woody. Pineapple and grapefruit sparkle over bergamot, and jasmine, patchouli and cedarwood lead into oakmoss and dry woods, so the ending is not sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is the Shadow Play Trilogy?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThree Nishane perfumes taken from the world of traditional Turkish shadow theatre. Hacivat is one of them, and the house was founded in Istanbul in 2012.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it an extrait or an Eau de Parfum?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn Extrait de Parfum, which is a high concentration, and the brand offers Hacivat only in that form. The decant holds the same extrait.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nishane","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693361004698,"sku":"DG-NIS-HACIVAT-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693361037466,"sku":"DG-NIS-HACIVAT-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693328400538,"sku":"DG-NIS-HACIVAT-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/nishane-hacivat-extrait-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395694"},{"product_id":"byredo-blanche-eau-de-parfum-sample","title":"Byredo Blanche Eau de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlanche is the Swedish house Byredo's Eau de Parfum about contrast, where purity meets intimacy. Aldehyde and rose centifolia open it with a laundered freshness, peony and violet follow, and sandalwood with musks close it. Clean, minimal scents can read as pure or as plain depending on the wearer, so a 10 ml decant is the practical way to find out which.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Aldehyde, Rose Centifolia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Peony, Violet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Musks, Sandalwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAldehyde and rose centifolia\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe brand describes a clean, linen-like freshness here. Aldehyde gives a crisp, slightly soapy sparkle, and rose centifolia keeps it from being cold. This opening has only two notes, so it is easy to follow, and it is the part most people decide on first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePeony and violet\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe heart is just as short: peony for a soft, airy bloom and violet for a gentle, powdery touch. Nothing in it is heavy. The brand speaks of tenderness with character, and the heart is where that contrast between delicate and firm becomes noticeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSandalwood and musks\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the base, creamy sandalwood meets musks. Byredo compares the effect to a fresh white shirt against the skin, and the drydown does stay close and quiet. It is a smooth finish for anyone who wants a scent to sit near the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePut the decant on bare skin on a calm day, and wear it to work or an ordinary errand, since it is made for everyday settings. Pay attention to how the aldehyde opening feels on you, then to what is left once the flowers settle. Try it again in warmer weather, as spring and summer suit it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor people who like their perfume neat and unobtrusive, with a clean floral thread running through it. The house calls it genderless and of medium intensity. It suits the office and daily life, and anyone curious about Byredo's quieter side can use it as an easy entry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Byredo Blanche as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 100 ml bottle is a lot for a scent whose whole point is subtlety, and aldehydes in particular fall on skin in different ways. The decant is filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us. It is not a brand sample, and Byredo is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is in a Blanche sample?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10 ml decant in a glass spray vial, filled by FragranceGems from the original Byredo bottle and labelled by us. It is not a brand sample, and Byredo is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs Blanche a soapy scent?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAldehyde gives a clean, laundered impression, but the brand balances it with rose, peony, violet and sandalwood. Whether it reads soapy to you is exactly what a sample shows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it unisex?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the house describes it as genderless. It is a floral built on clean freshness and musk rather than on a typically feminine or masculine style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhich season suits it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur notes put it in spring and summer, when its fresh, clean side works best. Trying the sample in those months gives the clearest picture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Byredo","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693361758362,"sku":"DG-BYR-BLANCHE-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693361791130,"sku":"DG-BYR-BLANCHE-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693328531610,"sku":"DG-BYR-BLANCHE-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/byredo-blanche-eau-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395694"},{"product_id":"nishane-hacivat-x-extrait-de-parfum-sample","title":"Nishane Hacivat X Extrait de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eNishane Hacivat X is a new interpretation of the house's earlier success Hacivat, keeping its chypre structure of pineapple, bergamot and woods. This Extrait de Parfum adds pink pepper on top, lime, jasmine and orange flower in the heart, and patchouli, cedarwood and Haitian vetiver below. If you know the original, comparing is half the fun; if not, a decant is an easy start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Bergamot, Pineapple, Pink Pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Lime, Jasmine, Orange Flower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Patchouli, Cedarwood Heart, Haitian Vetiver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePineapple and bergamot\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBergamot and pineapple open it, with pink pepper added to the top. Pineapple gives a juicy, slightly tart fruit, bergamot a bright citrus, and the pepper a dry sparkle. Notice how sweet the pineapple feels on your skin, since that sets the tone for the whole first stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCitrus lift, white flowers\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe heart swaps the fruit for lime, jasmine and orange flower. Lime keeps a sharp citrus note, jasmine and orange flower add white-floral softness. It is the stage that links the lively start to the drier base, and the one that decides if the perfume feels fresh or perfumey to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWood, patchouli, vetiver\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePatchouli, cedarwood heart and Haitian vetiver make the base. The brand keeps the woods from the original chypre and lets vetiver add a dry, grassy, slightly smoky edge. Together they give a lean, earthy finish, with no sweet or creamy note in the list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePut it on the chest and wrists on a mild day, and let the pineapple and bergamot settle before judging the heart. The lime and pepper keep it lively, the vetiver and patchouli give it body later on. Try it once in daytime and once in the evening to see which suits it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eListed as unisex. It suits people who like fresh, fruity-woody chypre perfumes and enjoy a pineapple opening with a dry finish. If you know and like the earlier Hacivat, this is a natural comparison, and if you prefer warm or sweet scents, a decant will show early that this is crisper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Nishane Hacivat X as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePineapple in perfume is a love-it-or-leave-it note, and a chypre structure behaves differently on different skin. Our 10 ml decant, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us, lets you judge it over several days before you take 100 ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhich concentration does the brand sell?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnly Extrait de Parfum, and the decant is filled from that 100 ml bottle. There is no other concentration of Hacivat X to try.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is in the sample vial?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10 ml decant in a glass spray vial, filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us. It is not an official brand sample, and Nishane is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it a chypre?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe brand describes it as a new interpretation of its earlier perfume that keeps the chypre structure, built on pineapple, bergamot and woods. This page shows the recorded notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes it suit warm weather?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLime, pineapple and pink pepper keep it lively, while vetiver and patchouli give it enough body for the evening. Testing it in the season you plan to wear it is the simplest way to know.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nishane","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693361332378,"sku":"DG-NIS-HACIVAT-X-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693361365146,"sku":"DG-NIS-HACIVAT-X-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693328564378,"sku":"DG-NIS-HACIVAT-X-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/nishane-hacivat-x-extrait-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395696"},{"product_id":"goldfield-banks-sunset-hour-eau-de-parfum-sample","title":"Goldfield \u0026 Banks Sunset Hour Eau de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eGoldfield \u0026amp; Banks Sunset Hour is a fruity gourmand Eau de Parfum by Honorine Blanc, based on the Australian desert peach: a tart native fruit that the brand compares to rhubarb with a salty edge. Sweet perfumes can slip from pleasant to cloying on skin, so a 10 ml decant is a fair way to test this one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Pear, Mandarin, Desert peach, Raspberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Jasmine sambac, Green mango, Ginger, Coconut, Pink pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Sandalwood, Salted caramel, Vanilla, Benzoin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTart fruit first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePear, mandarin and desert peach lead, with raspberry for sparkle. The peach is the unusual part, tart instead of juicy and carrying the salty edge the brand mentions. If that sharpness appeals, the opening will feel fresh; if you expect candy, it may surprise you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eJasmine, mango, coconut\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe heart combines jasmine sambac with green mango, ginger and coconut, plus pink pepper. Jasmine gives rich white-floral warmth, the mango a tangy green sweetness, and the coconut creaminess. Ginger and pink pepper keep a little heat running through, so it does not turn syrupy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe salted finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSalted caramel and vanilla bring the gourmand sweetness, benzoin adds balsamic warmth, and Australian sandalwood a creamy wood. The salt in the caramel echoes the peach at the start. Wear it long enough to see whether this closing stays pleasant on you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTry the decant on an evening in late summer or autumn, the seasons the tags suggest, and put it on skin rather than a test strip. Notice when the jasmine and coconut arrive, and check the finish later in the evening. Repeat on a second day before you judge the sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the brand's terms it is gender-free. It suits people who like fruit and sweetness with a twist rather than plain sugar, and who enjoy gourmand perfumes that stay bright. If you prefer dry woods or clean aromatic scents, it will probably feel too sweet for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Goldfield \u0026amp; Banks Sunset Hour as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSalted caramel, coconut and desert peach make an unusual mix, and its balance depends on your skin. Honorine Blanc created it with 20% essences and botanicals, and the house sells it in a French glass bottle with a wooden cap. A decant filled by FragranceGems lets you test it before 100 ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is desert peach?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn Australian native fruit. The brand describes its note as tart, like rhubarb with a salty edge, and builds the whole perfume on it. The sample shows how that tartness reads on you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it too sweet?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSalted caramel, vanilla, coconut and mango add sweetness, but the tart peach, ginger and pink pepper counter it. A few test days will tell you where it lands for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs this decant the house's own sample?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is not an official brand sample. FragranceGems fills the 10 ml glass spray vial from the original bottle and labels it itself, and Goldfield \u0026amp; Banks is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Goldfield \u0026 Banks","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693362872474,"sku":"DG-GBA-SUNSET-HOUR-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693362905242,"sku":"DG-GBA-SUNSET-HOUR-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693328662682,"sku":"DG-GBA-SUNSET-HOUR-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/goldfield-banks-sunset-hour-eau-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395696"},{"product_id":"byredo-la-tulipe-eau-de-parfum-sample","title":"Byredo La Tulipe Eau de Parfum Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eLa Tulipe is a delicate Eau de Parfum from Byredo, built on one idea: the first tulips of spring as a perfume flower. The brand lists it as unisex and rates its intensity as delicate. Cyclamen, freesia and rhubarb open it, a single tulip sits in the heart, and blonde woods with vetiver finish. A light scent like this is exactly where a decant helps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Cyclamen, Freesia, Rhubarb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Tulip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Blonde Woods, Vetiver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCyclamen and rhubarb\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCyclamen, freesia and rhubarb open the scent, cool and airy, with a tart, slightly green edge. On a decant, the opening is worth a slow second look, because a light scent like this lives in small details that a quick sniff of a card hides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOne tulip at the heart\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe heart is a single note, tulip, standing on its own: an upright, clean-cut floral, neither heavy nor powdery, with a touch of sweetness kept fresh. Since there is nothing to hide behind, how it sits on your skin matters a great deal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePale woods, then the stems\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnderneath, blonde woods stay light and dry while vetiver brings a rooted, faintly earthy line, like stems and soil below the petals. No heavy note is added, so the scent fades out gently, close to the skin. Judge this fade on a decant; it is where a delicate perfume differs most between people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the brand calls it delicate, test it somewhere quiet. Wear the decant on a plain day, without strong coffee, food or other scents near you, and come back to it now and then. Wear it again on a different day, in a warmer room, to see whether the green edge or the soft wood comes forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeople who want a floral that is fresh and green rather than sweet and heavy. The brand lists it as genderless, so it suits anyone drawn to tulip, rhubarb and light woods. It also suits those who like understated perfume, though soft scents can read differently on each skin, so wear a sample first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Byredo La Tulipe as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA scent with so few notes cannot hide anything, and a delicate scent can seem to vanish on one person and stay noticeable on another. Byredo lists La Tulipe at 79.6 percent natural. A 10 ml decant lets you find out how it behaves on you, in your own routine, before you take a 100 ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is in the vial?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLa Tulipe Eau de Parfum, filled by FragranceGems from the original 100 ml bottle into a 10 ml glass spray vial and labelled by us. Byredo has nothing to do with the filling, and we are not affiliated with the brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy test a light perfume as a sample?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDelicate scents depend heavily on skin and surroundings. A decant lets you wear La Tulipe across several ordinary days, in the office and at home, rather than judging it from a single spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes the sample come in the magnetic cap?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Byredo's magnetic cap belongs to the full bottle. The decant sits in a plain glass spray vial with our label, so it is the scent itself you are judging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs La Tulipe sweet?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe tulip carries a touch of sweetness, but cyclamen, rhubarb and vetiver keep it green and fresh. If you like soft, clean florals, you may find it close to what you want; the sample settles it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Byredo","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693362348186,"sku":"DG-BYR-LA-TULIPE-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693362380954,"sku":"DG-BYR-LA-TULIPE-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693328892058,"sku":"DG-BYR-LA-TULIPE-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/byredo-la-tulipe-eau-de-parfum-sample.jpg?v=1791395698"},{"product_id":"jo-malone-london-english-pear-freesia-cologne-sample","title":"Jo Malone London English Pear \u0026 Freesia Cologne Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eEnglish Pear \u0026amp; Freesia is a Cologne from Jo Malone London, composed by Christine Nagel and released in 2010. The brand pictures an orchard in golden sunshine: just-ripe, juicy pears wrapped in cool white freesias and rooted in patchouli. With one note on each level, it is simple to understand, and a 10 ml decant shows whether it is for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Williams Pear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Freesia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Patchouli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWilliams pear\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe only top note is Williams pear. The brand calls it a mellow accord of scented fruit, fresh and juicy rather than sugared. On a sample the first impression is a ripe pear that is easy to recognise, and you will know straight away whether you like fruit in a perfume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFreesia in the heart\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFreesia is the heart, described by the house as a cool white flower and quintessentially English. It makes the pear feel softer and more floral, with a clean freshness. This is the stage where the scent moves from fruit to flower, and where it feels most like a spring garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePatchouli to ground it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePatchouli is the one base note, and the brand uses it to root the scent. It adds a gentle earthy depth under the fruit and flower, so the whole does not float away. Wait for this stage on skin to see how much weight it gives the pear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to test it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePut the decant on clean skin on a mild spring or summer day, and wear it to work or on an everyday errand. Check the pear first, then the freesia as it settles, then the patchouli. As a Cologne it is light, so you may want to reapply during your test day to judge it fairly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor people who like fresh, fruity scents that are easy and unfussy, and who enjoy a simple structure of one note per stage. It is unisex and suits daily wear and office days in spring and summer. It will appeal to anyone who has been curious about this house's bestsellers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy try Jo Malone London English Pear \u0026amp; Freesia as a sample first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is one of the house's bestsellers, but popularity does not tell you how it will feel on your skin, and fruit notes can turn sweeter or sharper from person to person. The decant is filled by FragranceGems from the original bottle and labelled by us. It is not a brand sample, and Jo Malone London is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is in an English Pear \u0026amp; Freesia sample?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10 ml decant in a glass spray vial, filled by FragranceGems from the original Jo Malone London bottle and labelled by us. It is not a brand sample, and the house is not involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is a Cologne?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe name Jo Malone London uses for its regular line. It is lighter than an Eau de Parfum, which suits the fresh, fruity style of this scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it a sweet scent?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFruit gives some sweetness, but the brand describes fresh, juicy pears and cool freesias, with patchouli giving depth. It is more fresh than sugary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWho created it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChristine Nagel is named as the perfumer, and the house's own product pages date this scent to 2010, which is also the year of its release.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jo Malone London","offers":[{"title":"2 ml","offer_id":67693363560602,"sku":"DG-JML-ENGLISH-PEAR-FREESIA-002ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":67693363593370,"sku":"DG-JML-ENGLISH-PEAR-FREESIA-005ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":67693328957594,"sku":"DG-JML-ENGLISH-PEAR-FREESIA-010ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/5938\/8570\/files\/jo-malone-london-english-pear-freesia-cologne-sample.jpg?v=1791395699"}],"url":"https:\/\/decantgems.eu\/collections\/summer-perfume-samples.oembed?page=25","provider":"DecantGems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}