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Beautiful Day
by Castelbajac
Beautiful Day by Castelbajac offers a soft, sweet, and powdery floral almond aroma that leans heavily on vanilla and tonka bean, creating a gentle, feminine scent reminiscent of vintage almondy fragrances like Palazzo Fendi. The opening is notably sharp and powdery, with a bright, slightly harsh floral-almond burst that many find overwhelming or unrefined—some users describe it as 'screechy' or resembling a lower-end fragrance. This initial intensity fades into a smoother, sweeter vanilla-almond dry-down, which lingers moderately, even into the next morning for some. While not exceptionally long-lasting, its soft transition and gentle nature make it suitable for everyday wear during spring and autumn, especially during daytime hours. The perfume is widely perceived as underpriced by most users, though its quality is divisive. The bottle is praised as beautiful, but the scent itself is not universally beloved.
Pros
- +Offers a soft, sweet, and delicate almondy floral scent ideal for fans of vintage feminine scents
- +Strong vanilla and tonka bean base provides comforting, warm dry-down
- +Moderate longevity and favorable wearability during spring and autumn, particularly during daytime
Cons
- −Sharp and abrasive opening can be genuinely unpleasant or overwhelming for sensitive noses
- −Almond note is subtle and faint—some feel misled by hype around almond presence
- −Powdery and floral character may feel gaudy or unrefined to some, discouraging use in night or winter settings