Jacomo de Jacomo Rouge (for men)

vdxl

Interesting: a more gourmand Xeryus Rouge at a very good price. It is very sexy and a little younger than XR, without being kitschy. I want it too.

flannelman

Jacomo Rouge is an understated — and perhaps a little underappreciated? — oriental with a few light twists. The first of those, which I find quite enjoyable, is the green mint top note. Subtely done (nobody wants to smell like toothpaste) and nicely coupled with cardamom. The second twist is the sweetness, of which I am not usually a fan. But this is not an overpowering sweetness, and somehow I find it gives the fragrance a light gourmand touch. The overall feeling of the middle and base notes is warm, slightly powdery with a good mix of vanilla, nicely balanced incense, patchouli and sandalwood. Lily of the valley notes bring yet again a bit of lightness to the blend. I always think of Rouge as a fun, "feel good" scent. It has an uplifting, comforting quality, which it achieves without trying. The sillage is reasonably good but longevity is weak, a few hours maximum. Still, for the price I'd say Rouge is a bargain and since getting it a few weeks ago I find that I am returning to it very often.

Jasper

This one is oriental, alright. But I found the opening is quite lemoney fresh with a hint of lily-of-the-valley sweetness. It has a airy incense-oriental feel at the base notes. I like the soft sandalwood blended with musk and a slash of vanilla. It's a treat, and the very yummy one!(It last round 6-7 hours on me.)

afraafra

Strong vanilla/citrus opening but drydown is weak IMO.

Vulp

I find it to be a softer, cologne-strength version of A*Men. I really like it, since A*Men can be overpowering in many occasions, but it must be re-applied almost every couple of hours in order for it to have a lasting presence.

Iceberg7

Really great.