Scentrack:
Matia Bazar – Vacanze Romane
Although this version of Roma Uomo is
called Cedro (Italian for cedar) and possesses beautiful teal color, in my
opinion woody notes in the composition are pretty hidden. The more appropriate
name should be Summer or Acqua. The Strong Firmenich’s Cascalone note is
responsible for this fresh and salty summer vibe.
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| Source: Laura Biagotti |
Cedro opens up with salty and ozonic kick
of Cascalone, a derivate of legendary Calone, accompanied by the flat and
synthetic mandarin note. The synthetic and powdery vanilla immediately comes in
the game. In the background there are some kind pale floral notes that are hard
to identify, and some muted woody aspects. This floral and vanilla sweetness
recreated some bubblegum-like aspects. The note breakdown suggests much more
that I can actually pinpoint. Such a pity, because I expected a woody version
of classic Roma Uomo from Annick Menardo. Cedro smells very much like the
original Roma Uomo, even more similar to the original than current devastating reformulation
of Roma Uomo. Another similar creation is Diesel Fuel for Life Men, a collaboration
with Jacques Cavallier, where the fruity bubble gum part is successfully welded
with a hard core masculine fougere.
Cedro is an easy to wear summer creation with
strong 90’s vibe, which unfortunately does not deliver all the promised. The composition
is very synthetic and performance is subpar. Instead of bringing new flankers,
I would like that Laura Biagiotti company finally releases a formulation of Roma
Uomo truer to the original and rerelease the legendary Venezia Uomo.
Longevity / Projection
Below average (3-4 hours) / Below average
Suggested wearing
Spring and summer / Daytime or Nighttime
Alternatives
Laura Biagiotti Roma Uomo – a 90’s legend
destroyed by terrible reformulation
Diesel Fuel for Life Men – a chimera of
bubble gum and classic fougere
Pros
Easy to wear
Cheerful
Cons
Overly synthetic vibe
Performance
Name does not reflects the composition
Rating
6/10
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