by V Canto
Stricnina by V Canto is a highly distinctive, fruity-floral fragrance with a strong tropical and sweet profile, offering a rich, juicy experience that many describe as intensely captivating. The opening features a bright burst of passionfruit, cassis, lemon, and bergamot, followed by a lush blend of peach, raspberry, and green floral notes. The dry down introduces a soft, sweet vanilla and musk base accented with woody and amber tones, creating a layered, evolving scent that balances freshness with depth. The perfume projects moderately to strongly, with notable longevity—some achieve over six hours—while others report the fruitiness fading rapidly. It is widely considered a feminine scent, with all usage votes in favor of women, and excels in warm seasons like spring and summer, though some appreciate it in cooler months. A few reviewers find the dry down to mimic synthetic or dated gourmands like Delina Exclusif, but many praise its complexity and elegant presentation.