Okay, let’s talk about this perfume, the john galliano by john galliano one. I’d heard whispers about it, you know, how it was a bit different, maybe a bit dramatic, like the designer himself back in the day. Curiosity got the better of me, so I decided I had to track it down and see for myself.
Finding the Stuff
First off, finding it wasn’t super easy. It’s not like it’s on every department store counter these days. Took a bit of digging online. Found a seller, crossed my fingers it was the real deal, and placed the order. Felt a bit like a treasure hunt, honestly.
The Unboxing Moment
When the package finally arrived, I was pretty eager to open it up. The box itself was kind of interesting, dark and a bit gothic looking. And the bottle? Well, it’s definitely unique. It’s got that sort of antique look, heavy glass, with a fancy ‘G’ on top. Looked quite dramatic sitting on my dresser, I’ll give it that. It felt substantial in my hand.
Giving it a Try
Alright, the moment of truth. The first spray. I went easy, just one spray on my wrist.
Whoa. Okay. It hit me immediately. It wasn’t shy.
- Right away: It was strong. Powdery, definitely powdery, like old-school makeup maybe? And flowers, lots of different flowers all mixed up, but not in a light, fresh way. More like heavy, nighttime flowers. And something else… incense? Yeah, like a smoky, churchy kind of smell underneath.
- After a bit: It started to settle down. The initial blast calmed, but that powdery, incense-y floral thing stuck around. It got a little warmer, maybe a bit vanilla-ish or ambery deep down, but still quite theatrical.
- Later on: It lasted quite a while, I have to say. The dry down was softer, mostly that warm, powdery incense vibe. It wasn’t as loud, but it was definitely still there hours later.
Living With It
So, I wore it out a couple of times. Once just for errands, felt a bit much for daytime, honestly. It feels more like an evening scent. Wore it to dinner once, and it felt more appropriate. It’s the kind of scent that makes a statement. You have to be in the mood for it. It’s not something I’d just spritz on without thinking. It demands a certain attitude, I think. Didn’t get any specific comments, but I felt like people probably noticed it. It’s got presence.
Final Thoughts
So, my take on john galliano by john galliano? It’s interesting. Really interesting. It delivered on the drama I expected. It’s bold, powdery, floral, smoky, and lasts forever. It feels kind of vintage, a bit gothic, definitely not your average fruity floral thing.
Is it for everyone? Absolutely not. You have to like powdery scents, you have to like incense notes, and you have to be okay with a perfume that enters the room before you do. But if you’re looking for something different, something memorable and maybe a bit polarizing, it’s worth trying to experience it at least once. It’s quite the trip, this one. Glad I went through the process of finding and trying it out.
