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Turuk – :
My first review on Fragrantica! I’ll keep it short, the less chance to overthink my impressions.
On first sniff, Valkyrie is spicy citrus. Fresh! Not the overly bright, artificial citrus of cheaper products but more natural and spicy, as real citrus smells. I have noticed so many of the Delacourte samples in her Vanilla and Musk tester kit open with great strength, to then quickly settle down to business of the heart scent-within easily 10 minutes. So early impression does not at all decide the game here.
Next, if I’m right to say so, I smell the barbershop powder of what is called Fougere. This smells to my nose masculine for sure! There is the powder like baby powder, mixed with lime and sandalwood. Mostly sandalwood. Everything supported by vanilla. But this is soft vanilla musk.
You know what? I remember now my handsome and tall fourth grade teacher smelled like this! Like he had just shaved and put this on immediately afterwards. This is aromatic fougere of barbershop citrus, then musky vanilla, splashed on after a warm, wet towel made the skin drink it in.
Skin scent in one hour or less if applied lightly. Something like this must be a close-to-the-skin scent so you have to lean in and feel the warmth of flesh when you breathe it in. Ahhh!
Take-away thought: This would be very sexy to smell on a man! Masculine but SO intimate.
….I did not keep it short. I apologize. Such is the power of good juice!
akella73_91 – :
It took me a minute or 25, but I know now it reminds me of Shalimar edc. The difference being here that the composition is much more leathery from the start whereas the edc has citrus. The leather fades off and leaves the citrus vanilla. I really like it but as I already have many versions of Shalimar it wouldn’t be something’s N.V. I’d look for.
steadlyrhyday – :
This is the first sample from the Vanille collection (4 more to go). I like it a lot, possibly full bottle worthy and that’s saying something as I have close to 150 in my collection.
I love mint and I love the natural vibe and overall composition. Vanilla and citrus are prominent. Good longevity and soft projection. Valkyrie is on my short list.
rifat164 – :
I just started to test these new Vanilla fragrances, the 5 sample 1ml starter kit.. The first I tried is Valkyrie. It is very nice, reminds me of the dry down from Guerlain Shalimar, because of the Vanilla and Galbanum, or a little like a coveted and delicious smoky interior of a wooden cigar box reminiscent of Heritage, maybe it is the Sandalwood. In the begining the notes are light and zesty from Bergamot. I look forward to trying the rest of this collection. I highly recommend. I will get a full bottle. With the addition of vanilla this fragrance is very unique and tenacious, and makes them unique with the other notes.
BTW, I really look for fragrances that use as much natural ingredients as possible. Both the Musk and the Vanilla collection from this House, use predominantly natural ingredients, which fits well for my nose.
juliett_14 – :
Sour delicate sweet vanilla.
basil, lime, and sweet mint. It has that worm sweet lime with hints of mints, it’s worm yet sweet with something slightly chili hot!
As lady “Sylvaine” said, the Brazilian lime she used was exotic, sparkling, & very sunny as it added that sparkling sensual exotica to the blend. “Valkyrie” as she explained, she chose this name for it’s charismatic persona cause it’s the name of a goddess warrior. she said “imagine yourself as a hero, or an invincible character with a strong character”, well… i don’t see that, i see a sensual exotica of a charming persona, it could be invincible because of the mint, peppermint, and basil mix cause it added that contradiction that made it even more amusing. She even said that she added a secret element that made it very sexy, i believe it’s the hint of chili pepper, and a note i know but i can’t define it clearly!!!
This blend is quite amusing, and sensually addictive. I believe this could be a lethal weapon that could be used to hunt the one you want.
den4ik96_96 – :
I have to admit this is quite an intriguing and unusual mix of notes. It’s a fresh minty, citrus vanilla backed with sandalwood. It’s a lovely fresh scent. Bang on unisex.
Creamy and delectable. The sandalwood becomes more evident with time. A nice scent to wear in warm weather on lazy days.
I can see why this one is popular. It’s the most unisex of the five and even someone who doesn’t like vanilla might change their mind about vanilla.
Guys get your nose on this one. The ladies will love it on you.
Good longevity and below average sillage.