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Reserve
by Perry Ellis
Reserve exudes a clean, fresh, and quietly confident scent reminiscent of a morning walk through a dewy forest. It opens with a fizzy herbal pulse driven by chamomile, freesia, and ginger, gently underscored by lotus and oakmoss, creating an airy, soapy-green quality that feels both delicate and adventurous. As it settles, the fragrance reveals a mellow, mossy-sandalwood base with a subtle, warm patchouli thread—a balance between green elegance and quiet earthiness. The dry down is softly herbal, with a faint calone-like freshness and sandalwood warmth, offering a serene, natural-smelling profile that avoids heaviness or pretense. It aligns closely with a chypre or green floral aesthetic, particularly similar to classics like Ralph Lauren Romance and JLo Still, but with a more restrained, wearable character.
Pros
- +Exhibits a remarkably clean, fresh, and natural aroma ideal for daytime use in warm seasons.
- +Features a unique balance of green, herbal, and mossy accords that give it distinct character without being overly sweet or perfumey.
- +Offers cool, quiet confidence akin to a high-quality body spray, particularly well-suited for spring and summer wear.
Cons
- −Longevity and sillage are modest on most skin types, often fading within 3–4 hours.
- −Can feel excessively green or soapy on some wearers, with potential for overwhelming top notes affecting personal appreciation.
- −Reformulation may have muted the original richness, leading to inconsistent or less-than-satisfying performances across users.