5th Avenue Royale

This perfume is truly special—its scent is distinctive. While its price is hard to comment on, the oriental fragrance feels bold and full of personality. I purchased it without knowing what it smelled like, as I had developed a liking for raspberry and patchouli scents in recent years. The presence of suede adds an exotic, sexy touch. My judgment was spot on—I’m happy with my choice. It’s a fantastic option for women who appreciate individuality.

I'm reviewing this fragrance for the first time, and it's mainly because I felt misled by the main accords mentioned upfront. To me, it's a dark ambery fragrance with fruity and floral notes that aren't bright or sharp. The amber is so strong here, almost overwhelming, which I don't particularly like. It makes the whole scent feel less sophisticated to me. Then there's a lot of sweetness from raspberry and orange blossom notes. There are subtle whispers of patchouli and cedar, though, which don't really elevate the fruitiness much in my opinion. The bergamot adds a freshness, and the musk rounds it out, though. This isn't really a woody or leathery scent, even though I usually love those types. It's definitely amber-forward. It has good longevity on me, but it doesn't project much. It feels more bold than intimate. I'm reminded of Gucci Guilty Intense, though it's not exactly the same scent. It shares a similar bold, come-hither vibe. While it's not woody or leathery enough for me, and the amber is a bit much, I don't think it's a particularly mature scent. It's not too young or immature, though. I can see it working well for a woman in her late 20s to early 30s. Despite what the AI might say about it being too masculine, this scent is firmly feminine thanks to those fruity and floral notes. Overall, it's a nice one if you're into amber fragrances. When I tried it on paper, the amber seemed less overwhelming, and the patchouli stood out more. But my final thoughts are based on how it smells on me.

I'll definitely revisit this one. As I've learned more about perfumes, my appreciation for this scent has only grown. While its longevity has been questioned, I'm always amazed by its refined aura. It's neither overwhelming nor excessive, yet it's a scent that lingers pleasantly in the air long after you've left. The balance of woody and sweet notes is spot on, and it holds up well against higher-end fragrances too. I wholeheartedly recommend this.

I came across a review below that really captures how I feel about this scent. It starts off strong but then quickly fades out.

The cost of this product has gone up a lot, and I’m not sure if it’s still available or maybe it’s been discontinued.