by Valentino
Valentino Uomo Born In Roma Coral Fantasy is a sweet, fruity, and aromatic fragrance with a prominent red apple opening that gives way to a warm, spicy, and subtly tobacco-laden dry down. The initial burst is notably sweet and synthetic, evoking gummy bear or candy apple notes, though many users note that it mellows significantly after the first hour. On skin, the fragrance blooms into a balanced harmony of cardamom, lavender, clary sage, and patchouli, resulting in a soft floral-woody and warmly spiced profile that some compare to a blend of Stronger With You and Versace Eros. The dry down features a subtle but persistent tobacco character, adding depth and sophistication, while the overall performance is decent, with most users reporting good longevity and projecting well for several hours. It reveals greater complexity on skin than on paper, with a noticeable shift from youthful fruitiness to a refined, slightly powdery, and musky sweetness that lingers on clothing for multiple days, making it a standout choice for cooler weather and evenings. Despite some criticism of its perceived lack of originality or 'generic' feel, the fragrance consistently earns praise as a crowd-pleasing, wearably sweet scent with a masculine yet accessible identity.