Moods by Krizia Uomo Krizia for men

Moods by Krizia for Men, in my opinion is a bittersweet fragrance, a kaleidoscope of ingredients, but what remains in the nose is a sort of young wet hay from a summer storm, and from these herbs are released notes of citrus and flowers, but the most intriguing part is the spice: hot but never biting (I find a certain similarity to Fendi for men). I think it's a typical perfume for the winter to enjoy in front of a fireplace or as they prepare for Christmas decorations, creates a kind aura that gives good humor.
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This has that base with strong patchouli, cedar, and amber that is typical of several men's fragrances of that era. For some reason, it strikes me as harsh and too dense, and it becomes irritating quickly. This one doesn't bother me as much as some of the others, such as vintage Versace l'Homme, but I'm not sure I will want to wear it any more (I might give it one more chance when I think I'm in the mood for it). I found this quite similar to Giorgio for Men VIP by GBH, for those who seek a currently much less expensive alternative. Longevity and projection ("sillage") are at least very good. It's natural smelling and well done, but it just may not be for me.

the fragrance starts with a LAVENDER OVERLOAD/BURST, literally!, thus quickly settling down. Next up, the aldehyde notes linger here and there, accompanied by an intense slightly bitter note (i still can't figure out what it is, maybe ginger and pimento). I can clearly smell the patchouli base, which reminds me of the one in Fendi Uomo, but not as strong. In Moods' case this is a dark and tender patchouli, accompanied my oakmoss and leather. Somehow the base turns a bit dense, as in oily, but not completely. Yet, there is something emanating from this suave "darkness", call it spiciness, almost minty. I think Moods would work the best during cold November/December/January nights.

If I had to describe Moods Uomo using only 2 notes, I'd say strong Carnation on intense Patchouli. But it is much more complex than that.

Getting past the initial blast takes time, at least 30 minutes for me. The Aldehydes help make the opening incredibly sharp for a long time after applying it. When it settles down there is a very strong floral accord with Carnation being the dominant flower. There is a sweet Lily-of-the-Valley note second to the Carnation, and the other flowers are supporting notes. Backing the florals is a spicy Ginger that gives it a light sweetness.

The Patchouli is so strong in the base that it is hard to smell anything else coming from there at first. The Patchouli is very spicy and it's not until later in the dry down that it softens and sweetens up with some Tonka, Vanilla, and Amber. After about 5 hours it is a light woody scent that still has a floral touch.

Moods squeezes into the 80's powerhouse scent category, but it's a very unusual one. For me it's an acquired taste, for occasional use, that I like a bit more each time I wear it.

This is a very intense fragrance. It takes about 2 hours for it to mellow out on my skin before I can enjoy it. The 1st 2 hours it smells like Raid bug spray on me. I would classify this as a fragrance I experienced but would not go out to replace it.