by John Varvatos
A crisp, modern blue fragrance with a clean, aromatic character that leans heavily into citrus, mint, lavender, and green herbal notes. The opening features bright lime and mandarin orange accented by pink pepper, giving a slightly spicy freshness. The core aroma evolves into a cool, slightly soapy blend of hedione, mint, sage, and rosemary, grounding the composition with a mild herbal sophistication. Sandalwood and Ambrox Super anchor the drydown, offering a smooth, creamy woodiness that lingers with moderate warmth. The scent is light, airy, and structured around a poetic simplicity—ideal for casual daytime wear in spring and summer. It's widely admired for its mass appeal, subtle sweetness, and clean, wearable profile, closely resembling wearables like Coach for Men or Prada LR Carbon rather than being overtly distinctive. While some users find it vanilla in motive—similar to Le Male In The Navy or Invictus—it performs with decent longevity and sillage for a budget-priced bottle. The fragrance rarely dominates, but its whispers receive compliments, especially from women and in casual, warm-weather settings. It's not groundbreaking, but the ease of wearing, affordable price point, and consistent positive feedback make it a reliable carryover scent for daily use or gifting.