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rbx016JeomiWogkig – :
This really reminds me of Tom Ford Neroli Portofino just not as musky. Tarifa is a lovely take on a summer cologne easily worn for either gender. Smells clean and refreshing, I like it.
urq286Negeltzex – :
purchased some of this on a whim for my wife, reading some reviews from lucky scent, and she doesn’t have anything quite like this. on first sniff I was pleased with the way the fragrance smelled on her, I think it is better suited for spring and summer, it has a very bright fresh smell..longevity seemed ok not overwhelming but there are so few fragrances that last long enough for me. especially with these type of notes. one of those that I think a small atomizer she could keep in her purse for reapplication. some fragrances I know we feel like we cannot smell it but others seem to. she mentioned the same thing, but I could still detect it when she could not, maybe that is more common with these types of frangrances, but while this juice is in swing it is a wonderful womanly scent, quite striking actually. very feminine and lady like. I like this one a lot. I personally hope she stays with it. I would bet in really hot weather that we get where I live this would blossom. would be wonderful. have not gotten to that time of year yet but look forward to it.
oranges and spices fill the air..bright citrus followed by
warm and romantic.. very nice indeed.
thinking of stealing some of it when she isn’t looking to try on myself for kicks. could definitely see a man wearing this.. one of those that puts me into a better mood..
terra0 – :
I love this! It has been a long time since I haven’t found a 5-star fragrance.
It opens with the orange smell and then the spices kick in. And the whole mix stay together until the dry down.
It also reminds me of something. But I cannot too put my finger on it. I think of Un Crime Exotique, Sushi Imperiale, Jeux de Peau. But a much softer version of the latter.
It will definitely become my 2013 summer night fragrance.
TampOccurpamn – :
I agree with Kterhark that Keiko Mecheri TARIFA smells very familiar. I, too, cannot put my finger on which perfume(s) this is reminding me of. Perhaps something by The Pink Room? Or am I thinking of Linari ELEGANZA LUMINOSA? Not sure. In any case, it’s a nice blend of smooth resinousness with spices and of course the opening citrus.
I do not think that TARIFA is distinctive or appealing enough to warrant a full bottle for myself, but I’m sure that some people will fall head over heels for this sort of perfume. TARIFA is very feminine, and not at all like a citrus cologne. I’d describe the overall effect as similar to Vivienne Westwood perfumes. It’s definitely more of a “boudoir”-type scent.
In fact, the only member of this limited edition series which I really found to be a citrus cologne was LES NUITS D’IZU. They are good perfumes though. It will all come down to personal taste, in the end, so these should all be tested before purchasing.
@Tigerlillian: TARIFA is very, very different from TAORMINE. Are you smelling almonds and heliotropin sweetness in TARIFA? I do not, but they are very present in TAORMINE. Also, orange blossom is fairly dominant in TARIFA but absent from TAORMINE.
den_doneck – :
Utterly delicious, opening with juicy greenness and floral sweetness. Petitgrain gives Tarifa a little depth to an otherwise fleeting aromatic welcome.
Amber is crystal clear and creates a glassy radiance in the heart with spices exuding warmth and joy.
Then in the drydown, a more pronounced floral note. I get something rosey which then turns a little powdery with a smattering of lipstick. Could it be that the orange blossom and amber somehow create this accord? Incredibly similar to KM’s Taormine I think. My original sample, I thought had been mistakenly confused with Taormine and requested a fresh decant. But now with this second vial, there is no difference from the first. Honestly, a nice fragrance, but too similar to Taormine to warrant a new label.
dibVetaadania – :
I have to thank Keiko and fragrantica, I was one of the winners of the Keiko Mecheri Contest – I chose Tarifa.
Tarifa’s opening is a very refreshing burst of juicy oranges – the amber and spices appear about 20 minutes later but never fully take center stage content to mingle politely in the back ground.
The silage is quite good and the longevity is about 4 hours very reasonable for a cologne. I gave it to my special friend and he loves it.
I must also say that Keiko’s customer service is very impressive – although i was not technically a customer :).
She sent my prize through priority mail and it arrived quickly (which is something special since the post service in my country is notoriously slow even for express mail) In addition to Tarifa, I received three extra samples, a hand written complimentary note and booklet that listed some of their other fragrances.
nazar85 – :
This is really reminding me of something and i just can’t remember what… aargh!
Anyhow, this has a straight up green opening which is very enjoyable, but since I think i’ve smelled it before you probably have too. I.e, there isn’t any new twist here.
The first hour of Tarifa weears beautifully, then disappears. i’ve reapplied three times this evening, and at best I’ve scented my shirt. I think the longevity will be a draw back for most.
This is unfortunate, because there is nothing bad I can say about this perfume. I can’t say much on the drydown because it doesn’t last that long, but the opening is great.