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usastevef – :
Nothing special of a fresh scent, there’s many that’s better out there. This ain’t it. I’m not sure about longevity, but it wasn’t very strong as far as projection. I’ll stick to their colder weather scents from this house like extreme and save my money for Ferragamo casual life.
vavan666by – :
I’m more a fresh fragrance person. I live in Texas where its always hot, so I prefer this over the original. I get grapefruit, pepper, oakmoss and tobacco. Making this a very masculine fresh scent
filopolio – :
Opening is fresher than original…the dry down smells just like Gucci Pour Homme II
popazermusht – :
I love all spicebomb series and i have all of them which are original, extreme and fraiche. Still have original DNA. But what make him different maybe because of Leminen note and Sea Salt note really prominent here. U can smell fresher version of original. From all series, they all compliment gather. Just one thing to put in mind, all these series just dont over spray. The rest they all beautiful siblings..Really nice one
dandypost – :
A less punchy version of regular Spice Bomb that is well suited to hot weather, but still retains the intrigue of the original. Some might find it more wearable than the standard Spicebomb; it is certainly less attention grabbing, for better or worse.
For people looking for a fresh scent that doesn’t traipse into aquatic territory, this one is great.
I prefer the original Spicebomb over the fresh version, but like so many of my favorite fragrances, the original just isn’t wearable when it’s hot as hell out. In situations like that, Spicebomb Fresh really shines.
xmasterprogram – :
It was ~38C/101F today. Just… not the day to try a spicy men’s fragrance, right? Oh, but it’s the eau fraiche version. I won’t die from it!! My SO likes spices, and checked that the list didn’t have cinnamon/cassia (I have an allergy- it doesn’t stop me from trying though). We both sprayed it on.
At first the spices came through in a cinnamonly way. But, it resolved to more pepper, some allspice, and a touch of clove. These kept popping up in some form for the entire length of the wear. If there is cinnamon or cassia in this, it’s not enough to give me a rash.
I wish they had used white pepper instead of black pepper here. It really throws the balance off at times.
On me, the grapefruit came across as a brief generic citrus zest. On him it smelled a little like lemony booze (IDK – but the boozey note kept popping up for the first hour or so on him). The floral part of it was quiet on both of us. But, not completely missing.
After the first hour, it became apparent that this was a men’s fragrance that did not work on me. The oakmoss – it develops properly on his skin and mixes with the tobacco & his natural sweat (honestly, with the heat today – any salt note was obscured by sweat). On me… well, my skin brings oakmoss forward in a way that he *really dislikes.* I don’t mind, but this isn’t an oakmoss like in old perfumes and colognes and it just feels strange. The tobacco on me smells like I have a cigarette in a front pocket, but dies away pretty fast.
In any case, this lasted about 2.5 hours on the both of us. But, again, it was hot out. I think, in slightly cooler weather, I’m going to try this on my SO again. But, I don’t think I’m going to try again on me.
wallpposter – :
Wonderful smelling flanker that’s perfect for very hot days (if you want positive attention), and summer nights (if you want to increase your swag appeal).
SBF could easily be worn in at office, and casual setting as well, since it’s potency has been dialed down a bit. Just go easy on the trigger, as SBF will blossom when your body temperature increases creating a wonderful lspice+fresh fragrance. 🙂
Performance and longevity are surprisingly top notch too! Whereas, most people will easily yield 8-12 hours of consistent performance.
If you’re someone that likes owning every flanker of a particular series…hurry up and buy SBF if you don’t own it.
However, if you’re already satisfied with the SBF’s predecessors….don’t waste your money buying SBF — as it will likely feel like a redundant purchase.
Overall: 8.5/10
Izzo – :
Spicebomb Eau Fraiche can be considered “fresher” than the original Spicebomb. It does not necessary have to have more “green”, or floral, or citrusy notes in it to be called “fresh”. If you expect to smell more of grapefruit…or strong citrusy notes, I would suggest something else, as you will not find it in here, or in ANY Spicebomb. And as I have experienced with this line, to my understanding, it is ALWAYS about the beautiful SPICES. To my nose, the “extra” peppery note here works as a “fresh” element from the opening, and it actually gives a stronger “kick” to the whole composition, providing a “refreshing”/”waking-up” vibe, while in the Spicebomb Extreme, super sweet vanilla is much more dominant in order to create more “intensity”. And in Spicebomb, cinnamon stands out more for warmth.
I don’t wanna “betray” my beloved Spicebomb, so I adapt this one as well, even though they both smell very similar to each other, except they have a slight different openings. I enjoy them both as they share a very distinctive, unique and seductive “spice infused tobacco” smell, that makes the line stand out, that I find irresistible to my nose. I normally prefer leather note over tobacco in general. But I just can’t resist and am hypnotized by this kind of composition of these two Spicebombs. They are like additive drugs, and I have no choice but to happily surrender 🙂
As much as I love these sensual spicy fragrances, I think the Eau Fraiche can be worn daily with few light sprays (except very hot days of the year), while the Spicebomb performs best as a night fragrance in cooler weather.
alexxx___1995 – :
One of my favorite fragrances.Perfectly blended.
Compared to the original Spicebomb, The grapefruit is a lot stronger. Also the spices are bright and peppery, and not cinnamon. They have similarities, but are for different occasions.
Most ideal time to wear Fresh would be for a Summer evening date, or a warmer fall day. But it is pretty versatile, and could be worn year round except for extreme heat.
This would be perfect for a man who really prefers winter like fragrances, but knows that they are not appropriate for warmer weather.
kokoss – :
I quite like this one, It’s not as fresh as it makes out to be as its very peppery on first spray, but the notes all seem to work really well together and I’m a sucker for anything with tobacco in. Like most people on here I find the original too spicy so was naturally drawn to this one. Pretty much all major UK retailers have stopped stocking this now, don’t know whether they are planning to discontinue or what but there are a few places still selling it. May have to snatch myself a bottle just in case. Great scent though, fresh, spicy, sexy and just easy going.
papatc – :
I bought this fragrance on a whim but it came with samples of both the original and extreme versions. Surprisingly I liked all three but I felt the other two were too strong for regular wear. And lord knows I have a lot of colognes just sitting on the shelf because they can’t be worn in the office, a place I spend half the day in. Spicebomb original is essentially the same but a wee bit better but much stronger. Extreme has a bit of idk whiskey scent to it kind of like D&G the one was mixed in. Still great. But for me I’m relieved I went with the fresh version. As for people who are saying you can’t wear in the office, I will disagree since you’re probably concentrated spraying or over spraying. I will agree that it’s delicate to get the correct amount. Too concentrated and you will literally smell like tabletop pepper. But a fine mist or two over the face and on the arm is really all you need. It’s perfect for weekends as the dry down in the best I’ve smelled in a long time. After the shower, the fresh version is just invigorating. You will smell clean. The dry down is sweet and mature. I will definitely recommend this if you’re nearing your 30s but not younger.
vadim9610 – :
The opening is really peppery – sharp but fresh thanks to grapefruit. Once it settles the lavender and tobacco with oakmoss joins.
It’s not typical fresh scent, nothing aquatic but still feels refreshing and masculine at the same time. Definitely good for spring or summer when you want to smell different than most people wearing aquatics. It’s mature, it’s spicy, it’s sexy.
To me 9/10, great job here.
dbi539intitytek – :
If you love the original spicebomb but it’s not suitable for the offiice or time of the year, then you definitely should try this masterpiece!!! Very good!!!!!
yaroslavus – :
Not worth it.
Boring, no personality and you could get the same smell at a way lesser price.
Pivogon – :
I just realized that my sample was the fresh version. I would normally never buy a fresh cologne because it usually means marine notes that make me feel like a frat boy and drive me crazy.
But this isn’t that. This is peppered lavender and oakmoss with a hint of resin. This is nice and unisex, despite the obvious barber shop associations of those notes. This is the spiced florals I have been loving without feeling girly. This is something I am really enjoying right now. . . .
Or at least that’s how it began. As it settles those marine notes begin showing up in their headache inducing glory. I’m not sure if I’ll be able to keep wearing this if it doesn’t improve in the next hour.
trekker – :
A lighter sexier version wow u won’t be disappointed
q1226817 – :
I was at the Luxury Beauty Store and ran across this perfume. Definitely a good quality scent which last past the initial top note. The middle note is very good which made me go back and purchase this one. Grown man with a fresh twist.
malush2138 – :
Prefer the original or Extreme versions over this. The “good” notes (tobacco, cinnamon) are nonexistent or severely muted. What’s left is a peppery mess with no character.
seigva – :
If u like original spiecebomb u also like this one. Opening a bit different with the sea salt and elemin but still have original DNA. More verstile and younger. And im really enjoy it.
CariDauralley – :
Ground black kitchen pepper over a “fresh” base.
It’s a pleasant enough smell but there’s nothing groundbreaking here. I’d probably trade for it but wouldn’t buy it retail.
Dimedik – :
Spicebomb is my favorite designer for cold weather of all time so I figured I would at least like this. Wrong!! This is basically a light spicy frag with some freshness. As said by many reviewers the longevity is about 4 hours tops and sillage is pretty much non existent. If it performs better on your skin then it might be worth getting if Notino or Fragrancenet gets it but this is one that is not worth the retail price!
npuexaJlu – :
i never even considered these spicebomb colognes cuz the name seemed it would be way too SPICEY!! and im not into spicey sweet; or so i thought. I got a sample of this and absolutely love it!! on my skin it really smells amazing
b0res777 – :
I just tried a sample provided for me by a very nice girl at sephora. Ended up just getting a ‘travel’ size (for those who say ‘gym bag’, who the F actually wears cologne at a gym, or after a workout, instead of just washing up? If so, thats kind of douchy & a waste; but hey, if u got the money, who cares right?). I agree with those who say its milder and more toned down, while still holding the dna of the original. Would i say that it’s an improvement? Not really, imo. There is a herby, plantlike, watery tone that i dislike here. I like the original, which i own, more than this variation. Have not had the chance to try the intense or extreme version, whichever one it is labeled as. Have a feeling that i will like it better than the ‘fresh’. It’s actually kinda yucky, too plantlike smelling for me. But thats just me! Everyone has their own chemistry, so it might smell better on you 😉
bananazury – :
I’m not a big fan of spicebomb or flowerbomb.
BUT
After receiving a sample of spicebomb fresh I might change my views. Or at least with this fresh edition.
The opening is fantastic, and that’s a good selling point, since most people won’t wait to see how it develops. First spray, smells good, alright, good to go!
It’s a fresh combination of citrus, pepper and a innocent tobacco note.
It’s masculine, clean. It can be also very “axe” or “strictly produced to be liked by teens”. But in any case, I find it very good.
sekach84 – :
I think that I lucked out with great skin chemistry on this one. Projects and lasts longer than the original. I get less than an hour of projection with the original and it’s gone after a couple of hours. I don’t know if that’s due to possible reformulation or I just can’t get the same beast as everyone else. Fresh pushes for over an hour on me and lasts 6+ hours. Not as harsh as the original for me and has gotten me better attention. I live in Florida where our cold season doesn’t really last too long so this is perfect for our fall/winter/spring down here.
I am a huge fan of this flancor. Sweeter in my taste than the original. I enjoy wearing this if I’m going out or close encounters. My go too fall scent.
On me
Longevity 7/10
Projection 7/10
Scent 8/10
romf2000 – :
I’m wearing this right now as my SOTD. I have the original, and the extreme, both of which I consider cold weather scents.
Spicebomb Fresh opens with a slight aquatic note. It quickly dries down to what I would call Spicebomb Lite. Weaker than the original and with less projection. I’m at work, and this is light enough to not offend any co-workers. Original Spicebomb is too strong for work in my opinion.
So, if you really love Spicebomb and want a quieter version for the warm weather, this might work for you. The scent isn’t really reminiscent of a summer freshy, but the strength kind of makes it that.
hju225elipseskism – :
Unless mysampleperfume.com gave me the original spice bomb and not the fresh version in my sample these two smell identical to me. Nothing to see here folks.
stepa – :
no projection, weak, doesn’t last long…the scent doesnt stand out. In the dry down it reminds me of Versace Eros, but a very weaker version.
Update: I was SOOO wrong. This is a beast in the summer day. Strong af and last a long time. i wore it wrong the first time. my apologizes guys.
NOKIOAU – :
Fresh and non offensive type of perfume for office goer. I didn’t find any reason why people hated it so much. It last me for 2 hours in day but last longer at night. For Eau de Fraiche version of Spice Bomb, all i can say is awesome!
Yureц – :
This is extremely nice.
It opens like normal Spicebomb but a little fresher, with noticeable lemon through the pink pepper. That smells pleasant enough in itself, but then it surprised me on the drydown by turning into more of a sporty fragrance. I can’t really explain the distinctive smell I’m referring to, but the closest I can compare it with is Allure Homme Sport. But personally I find that rather false and chemically, something I didn’t get with Spicebomb Fresh. It’s well blended and much more natural than many “fresh” fragrances out there.
It doesn’t project nearly as much as standard Spicebomb, but seems to last for quite a while. I’m a big fan of this, and if it weren’t for the season, this may have been in place of standard Spicebomb as my last fragrance purchase of 2016. Respect to Viktor&Rolf, they make damn good smellies
9/10
Adurevoro – :
Picked up a sample last night when someone at a local store talked me into trying it. Really nice. My initial impression of Spicebomb was not very good (she gave me a sample of it to though, that I will try).
But so far after 2 hours, I really like this. It seems like it will be a good fall/winter scent for me. I didn’t apply much this morning, but after 2 hours, I am still getting very good and pleasing whiffs.
I will update if anything changes, but this is a real possibility for a purchase.
warfAbicaibia – :
This is my least favorite of the spicebomb line. My problem is it doesn’t project and doesn’t last long this is understandable as its a fresh. It has a grapefruit then pepper opening then a very faint smell of spicebomb on me it lasts maybe 3 hours and it’s a skin scent
партизан-К3 – :
So here I am wearing Spicebomb Eau Fraiche in the Fall. The Fall you say? Why am I not wearing regular Spicebomb or even Spicebomb Extreme in the colder weather?
Because the other Spicebombs are too strong for me.
I like this fragrance. It has the same DNA as the original, but with fresher top notes. It’s also less strong and smells great. It may say ‘eau fraiche’ and one would think this is a summer fragrance. With the depth at the base of this fragrance, it’s more of an all-year round scent.
If you like Spicebomb, but you feel it can choke people out, try this out.
steateboisago – :
This smells more ‘manly’ to me than the original Spicebomb. Perhaps it’s the amber? This is spicy, and not ‘cozy, sweet spicy’ like Spicebomb was – instead it’s spicy like Dot by Marc Jacobs or Verde by Nest. This is a spicy that wakes you up instead of comforting you.
This smells more ‘typical’ and not as unique and original as Spicebomb. By adding the “Eau Fraiche” scents to Spicebomb, Viktor & Rolf have succeeded in making this just like any other men’s perfume. Unoriginal and common.
This does succeed in turning what was an autumn/winter scent (Spicebomb) into an all-year scent (Spicebomb Eau Fraiche).
Also, it is a long-lasting scent. This will last you the whole day, or night, if you wear it. That is appealing. It’s great getting little whiffs of this all day as you are going about your normal routine.
ernestas0234 – :
Poor projection in hot weather , but it’s much much better in moderate or cold weather.It does a good job at night.
sellyZhenia – :
I am not a fan. I think it is simply a mess of a frag. Its like mixing the original spice bomb with something like Versace Eau fraiche….it just fights with itself. I enjoy Spice Bomb but this is a scrubber for me
helgania – :
Wearable, delicious Spicebomb. It’s gorgeous on men and women. More subtle and fresher than the original which has a massive personality. I wear this often when I need a comforting, smile-inducing scent on those tougher days 🙂
ilkama – :
Spicebomb Eau Fraiche is a beautifully executed citrus and spice fragrance. It is everything that I love about the original Spicebomb, but in a more wearable format. The notes are smooth, subtle, and perfectly transition as they evolve from one layer to the next. Projection is minimal on my skin, so it is perfect for the office or close quarters. It smells clean, but edgy and is unlikely to offend others. It’s just an all-around good daytime fragrance.
Ladies: Eau Fraiche is very unisex, so don’t be shy about giving this one a try. I originally bought this for my husband, but find myself wearing this often. If you like the lemon in Versace Eros Femme or D&G Light Blue, this has a similar citrus vibe without the heavy floral, but with a kick of spice.
The major flaw? This scent disappears within an hour on cold skin and three hours in warmer weather. I’ve tried multiple methods to improve the longevity: layering on skin and clothing, dousing myself with 8-10 sprays, and adding it to my unscented lotion. Nothing helped. All day wear would require multiple applications throughout the day (time consuming) and would cause me to burn through a bottle very quickly ($$$). Rather unfortunate performance for such a divine scent. If Eau Fraiche lasted longer it would certainly be my summer signature.
Scent: 10/10
Sillage: 3/10
Longevity: 3/10
shrek – :
Profumo meraviglioso e Potente, Un vero capolavoro, Il migliore dei suoi fratelli, Sulla Stessa lunghezza d onda di therre d hermes
Maggio
16
2016
Sharley56 – :
Bright! It’s as if the original exploded in your face with a bright flash of crisp citrus. I like this better at the top over the originals opening. But i think it has this feminine quality that would deter me from ever purchasing it.
It reminds me of flowerbomb a little too much.
However it is beautifully crafted and just enough of the original dna that makes you understand why it’s called the fraiche version.
** my ex wore Fbomb. -_- so that killed this for me.
Don’t let me sway you from what could be a fantastic fragrance for yourself.
Always sniff out and make your own judgment calls.
Bondary91 – :
I was told that this is going to be launching as a catalog item internationally. No longer going to be a limited edition. SO happy! 😀
Theormmella – :
gorgeous citric slightly feminine…even better than the original.
duration: 7 / 10
sillage: 8 / 10
scent: 9 / 10
vya58714742 – :
I’m wearing Spicebomb Eau Fraiche as the weather gets cooler…and I like it.
I owned a bottle of the original Spicebomb and while I think the original is a decent scent, I find it a bit overwhelming. I’m not into hugh sillage/projection fragrances, and Spicebomb original was a bit too much for me.
I like this one better and plan on wearing it in the Fall/Winter. It has fresh top notes, but dries down beautifully with the typical Spicebomb tobacco base.
If you wants a lighter version of Spicebomb with less spice, wear this.
Haze_Mound – :
Way ,Way, Way back of this scent lives the original. But it does not smell exactly the same. i Prefer this over the original. I know how could i say that? Easily and very often i would. I’m not a huge cinnamon in your face fan. But this is right up my ally. Definite compliment getter. And the freshness is very nice.Still sweet. But not annoyingly sweet.
ALvaRO – :
much better than the original, more masculin, less sweet, no cinamon, jno vanile, just the way a MAN should smell
sbp842speagoessenda – :
This scent is an underrated masterpiece!
To me, the original Spicebomb is great but it comes off too strong and in the hot climate here it gets cloying. Eau fraiche is exactly what i wished the original was like. The same beautiful blend of spices with a citrus openining and a fresh feel.
It’s much more wearable all year round with the same versatility of the original, i just love it! 9/10
rpq776Diobtetty – :
Just a 10 out of 10.It has the original dna of Spicebomb,with a sweet lemmon extra.The sea salt is not that annoying smell which i sadly find in the most acquatics summer scents,but it’s very distinctive and touchable. Perfect.
Dimash78 – :
Does anybody know Spicebomb Titanium Edition ?
Spicebomb Titanium Edition cologne for Men by Viktor & Rolf was introduced in 2013. Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb Titanium Edition is classified as Woody Spicy fragrance. Scent notes of Spicebomb Titanium Edition Viktor & Rolf include top notes of citrus bergamia, grapefruit, elemi resin, pink peppercorn, middle notes of cinnamon, red pepper, saffron and base notes of leather, tobacco, vetiver. Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb Titanium Edition fragrance composition is a creation of Olivier Polge. The bottle is a design by Fabien Baron.
asxz – :
Indeed a fresher Spicebomb and a much wearable alternative to it. SBEF is a spicy breeze. Very unique among summer perfume. It keeps it spicy accords while giving them a good grapefruit accord. The resins here tame down the sweetness… I do not find it sweet at all. 7/10
tokarishche – :
I find it different. The original doesn’t do anything for me but this one, on him …me-yaow!
FANTOM(22RUS) – :
I thought I liked it when I smelled it in Nordstrom, I even asked for a sample but they didn’t have one to give, so I just flat out bought it. It’s not bad really, but $98 to spend on a more grapefruity version of the original was not worth it to me. I wouldn’t move to buy the first one for that much. But anyway, yeah it’s a lot of the same with some half cut grapefruit in a Ziploc bag kind of smell to it. That’s where they got the Fraiche from I guess.
ArotteNon – :
One spray and I knew it had that overused and fake-smelling grapefruit note in it. I almost always react negatively to it.
I like Spicebomb but hate this.
khvload_Shadow – :
After the immense success of the original version from 2012, the company decided to launch this Eau Fraiche version (fresh water) in 2014. It’s always nice to pay attention in these fresh versions (Fresh, Fraiche, Fraicheur) because they provide better results than the summer versions, going to fragrances that are more volatile, evaporate faster and, often, to lose in concentration. And there is a variable that should always be remembered: these fragrances are created abroad, that’s why we can’t think only in the Brazilian summer, for instance.
Coming back to the point, these “fresh” versions tend to keep the dna of the original versions, extracting one or another poignant note and, consequently, adding one or another cooler note, which can be fruity, citrusy or even marine. Generally, they use the citric.
In this creation, the concept was maintained in every aspect. It is very easy to identify the presence of the original fragrance. However, it is like if it was covered by a thin sheet of citrus nuances. The composition was as follows: grapefruit, pink pepper and red pepper, in the output; sea salt and lavender, in the heart; tobacco and elemi resin, in the base.
If we pay attention, were not added notes of lemon or orange in the output. But the grapefruit is less fruity, more citric and the output becomes, literally, more burnt. The sea salt also contributes to this impression. But the same tobacco from the original version is there, resting at the bottom, along with the nuances of elemi, which were voluptuous before, at the output of the original version, and now they’re holding hands with the tobacco.
When people ask me if it’s worth having both versions, I say yes. The construction is different, as well as the result on the skin, although both are similar. Well, when a flanker is released worldwide, as an extension of a line, but there’s no innovation whatsoever, I criticize (this happens a lot with annual summer versions). But when a successful fragrance gets lighter or more intense versions, what is expected is to feel that the dna was respected, only varying intensities and notes. At least, that’s what I think!
It may seem the same, but it’s not. Here, for example, the difference is that the original behaves better in the cold or in nighttime events and, if applied in excess, can bother. On the other hand, this version can be worn daily, even on the hottest days, ensuring the olfactory signature of those who, until then, had chosen the original as such. In addition, this one has lower projection, although possessing very good durability on the skin.
Finally, the bottle kept the same concept, now with almost transparent glass and a silver band with inscriptions in black, as well as in the box. In the original version is the opposite: a black band with silver letters. My only criticism is due to the lack of an inscription “Eau Fraiche” on the label.
phylia2010 – :
I honestly didn’t even realise this was a new version of Spicebomb, I just thought it was a limited edition bottle or something.
So I was excited to try it…then I kept forgetting to check it out and finally the otherday I remembered and made it a sampling priority.
You know what? I’m really glad I did because Spicebomb eau fraishe is a really nice twist on the existing theme. I thought when I looked at the notes here we were dealing with a curious ‘sport’ type, anomalous fragrance which retained nothing of the original and might as well be a new scent in it’s own right, as a flanker.
However the Spicebomb accord is here, it just takes a moment to develop after lovely icy smooth citrus top notes.
A stuning warm underbelly of sweet spices, tobacco, pink pepper, cinnamon and the like but on this calmer more subdued air of aquatics, vetiver and citrus.
The modern tendency is to make fragrances ‘extreme’ or ‘intense’ I think V&R would have their work cut out doing that with Spicebomb. I’ll be honest as much as I love the original after a few hours I find it sweet, cloying and a bit invasive but this fresh approach is precisely what it needs to calm everything down to a wearable hum.
Good projection, longevity and all in all a good release.
faozzpkzjoy – :
where do you find this ? I haven’t seen this being sold anywhere. Tried doing a search online and american retailers don’t have this. Anyone know ?
san4es8358 – :
I’m never sure I like Spicebomb. I try it from time to time; and some occasions it smells better on me than others. (Never understand why).
I tried Eau Fraiche today and I am altogether more enthused. With Spicebomb on my right hand and Eau Fraiche on the left, I’ve been sniffing both the past five hours. Yes, they are similar. Yes, Eau Fraiche is lighter (and it has been since the beginning); but Eau Fraiche is easily holding its own – even if it stays closer to the skin than Spicebomb. I definitely prefer it.
So, finally a Spicebomb which with certainty I’ll say I like. Has every chance of being added to my collection at some point.
indigo31 – :
Ok, so let me begin by saying I was one of the first people to buy Spicebomb when it came out here in the states, and again, from what I can gather, I’m also one of the first to get the new version here in the USA. It helps having friends on the other side of the pond. ;-). This is definitely Spicebomb, but toned down for summer use…I’m not sure what it’s missing, but the aspects that make the original cloying and sickly sweet in the heat are absent and replaced with the seawater accord making it lighter and more refreshing. I get good longevity on this one upwards of 6 hours and the silage is also decent. It’s a nice change of pace from the original, but still retains enough of the original’s character, no one will mistake this for something else.
AffifyHug – :
Although this one is very similar with the original, this one stars very nice with the lemon. At this point, the cinnamon from the original it’s not so evident. It’s sweet lemon mixed with the spice of pink pepper and also, a little bit salty. But sadly, after the drydown, it becomes more and more similar with the original, and that pleasant note of lemon fades. I love it but, it’s not worth buying it if you already have the original. Projection and longevity are close to the original. For those of you who thought that this will be a signifantly lighter and more suitable for summer version, you might be disappointed. It’s not fresh at all.
karen – :
Imagine the original spicebomb as a skin scent, thats what you get here. it smells really good but tbh id rather just lightly spray the original.
SCENT: 8/10 as its more or less the same as original spicebomb
LONGEVITY: 5/10 im getting 5hrs max with this
PROJECTION: 3/10 very poor on this front, skin scent all the way, you might get a slight whiff from time to time but thats it
OVERALL: 5/10 if you really love viktor&rolf & must have everything they produce then get it, if not just get the original & spray lightly, it will be better value for money & a better buy all round
tashka – :
it smells 1:1 like the original. only difference is that you have grapefruit in the opening.. the parfume industry gets “more lame” by each day 🙁
pcm497bedyWelty – :
Tried this today and it’s a lighter take on the original but with a saltiness to it. I probably won’t buy it as it’s more or less the same fragrance as the original.
boris11111 – :
Where is this available at?
NateDogg – :
Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb Eau fraiche is what the name suggests to be: a fresher version of the original Spicebomb. I tried it right away and I soon liked it. The smell is really similar (that is why I liked it) but it is lighter.
In the initial blast I can smell the cinnamon present in the original but more on a citrusy way. After a couple of hours you can smell the spicy notes also present in the original.
This is really good for the summer time. But I will probably wait a couple of mouths before buying this one. The bottle looks really nice BTW.
appalpemi – :
The regular one is one of most originals mainstream fra