As you may know, Nick Gilbert, my scented partner in crime and I run a perfumed Twitter project called ‘@Fragrantreviews’, in which we review fragrances in 140 characters or less. After a short hiatus, Fragrantreviews is back and in the first of a monthly round-up of posts, I bring you all of our reviews posted in April 2016! They range from the sublime to the disappointing, and all that’s in between!

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Juliette Has a Gun White Spirit: Jagged woody aromachems and cling film-like white flowers. Clinical and aloof. Intriguing but cold ***

— Fragrant Reviews (@fragrantreviews) April 3, 2016

EDP Frederic Malle Monsieur.: The patchouli equivalent of ‘Burt Reynolds on Bearskin Rug’. Machismo to the max, but suave and sexy too ****

— Fragrant Reviews (@fragrantreviews) April 3, 2016

MFK Baccarat Rouge 540: A whirlwind of ambergris and ethyl maltol create a fascinatingly edible treat of marine sugar. Fire Candy *****

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Amouage Opus X: Roses beaten to a bloody pulp, glossed with vinyl then smoked to perfection. As always, Amouage fascinate & challenge ****

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Jo Malone London Wild Strawberry & Parsley: Soft, fuzzy strawberry seen through a 1970s film filter accented by dry, jagged parsley ***

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Jo Malone London Lavender & Coriander: Hyper-herbaceous lavender with powdery/peppery juniper underpinnings. A warm and cosy lavender ***

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Jo Malone London Lavender & Coriander: Hyper-herbaceous lavender with powdery/peppery juniper underpinnings. A warm and cosy lavender ***

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Jo Malone London Sorrel & Lemon Thyme: A fizzy lemon tonic with a sparkling citrus aria up top. So effervescent it’s almost drinkable ***

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Jo Malone London Nasturtium & Clover: Herbaceous grasses with a the darkness of vetiver and the pepperiness of rocket. Job done. ***

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Heeley Chypre 21: A truly modern chypre, fuzzy with labdanum and metallic with patchouli. Chic but approachable. Fragrance forward ****

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Etat Libre d’Orange Hermann: Juicy red roses slashed by galbanum’s razors edge. Metallic, peppery & seen from a distance. Masterpiece *****

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Jo Malone London Orris & Sandalwood: Neon violet top notes lead into a pleasant, slightly vegetal & powdery orris/wood mix. Effortless ****

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Dior J’adore Touche de Parfum: Decadently rich and thick white flowers dipped in 24 carat gold leaf. J’adore dripping in gold *****

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Perfumer H Leather: A soft, suede-like leather with just a hint of smoky birch tar. A supple fougére with touches of Earl Grey & iris ****

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Frapin The Orchid Man: Athletic bergamot & pepper fight a heart of jasmine and a mossy/musky base. All men should smell like this ****

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MOSCHINO Fresh Couture: A perfectly passable and pleasant sweet pea with enough zest and musk to keep it big and clean. Awesome bottle ***

— Fragrant Reviews (@fragrantreviews) April 4, 2016

Dior Poison Girl: Bitter cherries & orange zest floating atop a sea of creamy high quality tonka. Modern & competent. The Poison of 2016 ***

— Fragrant Reviews (@fragrantreviews) April 5, 2016

Vilhelm Parfumerie Fleur Burlesque: That rare thing: a modern aldehydic floral. Glossy white flowers & hair spray. Shades of RL’s Safari ***

— Fragrant Reviews (@fragrantreviews) April 6, 2016  

Gruhme No.14: A versatile cologne with a top notch citrus cocktail vibe. Smart, sporty and summery – versatility is the theme here ****

— Fragrant Reviews (@fragrantreviews) April 7, 2016

Etat Libre d’Orange Remarkable People: Ginger biscuits and champagne – a sparkling sandalwood with a rough texture & foody feel. Comfy ***

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Chanel Misia: Rose, violet, leather and iris = lipsticks, face powder and furs. The best of its type ****

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Mugler Oriental Express: M’s answer to Shalimar: iris powder, with rooty carrot seed & oodles of creamy vanilla Transcontinental Chic *****

— Fragrant Reviews (@fragrantreviews) April 8, 2016

Mugler Chyprissime: An effervescent patchouli-heavy chypre with a startlingly sharp pear note. Trés modern. Multifaceted Mugler couture ****

— Fragrant Reviews (@fragrantreviews) April 9, 2016

Mugler Supra Floral: Waxy hyacinth blooms dressed up in galbanum coloured zoot suits. The Mugler floral is a totally unapologetic bitch ****

— Fragrant Reviews (@fragrantreviews) April 10, 2016

Mugler Cuir Impertinent: Wait, what’s that? Cut grass and leather, you say? A delightful fresh take on cuir with magnificent diffusion *****

— Fragrant Reviews (@fragrantreviews) April 11, 2016

Mugler Over the Musk: A silk blanket of light musk threads, white flower petals and vanilla. Surprisingly present and tenacious to boot ****

— Fragrant Reviews (@fragrantreviews) April 12, 2016

Mugler Fougère Furieuse: A bold, boisterous fougère presented with the wink and sparkle of neroli. Heavy on the barbershop patchouli ***

— Fragrant Reviews (@fragrantreviews) April 12, 2016

Bottega Veneta Pour Homme Essence Aromatique: Citrus cologne meets lavender fougère in this fresh & weightless masculine. Brilliant *****

— Fragrant Reviews (@fragrantreviews) April 13, 2016  

L’Occitane Pamplemousse Rhubarbe: Zingy, tart and juicy pink grapefruit and rhubarb over freshly brewed Twinings lemon and ginger tea. ****

— Fragrant Reviews (@fragrantreviews) April 14, 2016

Marc Jacobs Rain Splash: Dewy, blue strawberries seen through a mist of ozone, petrichor and lush vegetation. 3D printed and abstract *****

— Fragrant Reviews (@fragrantreviews) April 15, 2016

L’Artisan Parfumeur Bucoliques de Provence: A pleasing blend of lavender fields and spiced suede. Smooth, gentle and easygoing. ***

— Fragrant Reviews (@fragrantreviews) April 17, 2016

L’Artisan Parfumeur Mon Numéro 10: Warm spices over a richly animalic incense base in the grand 80s oriental style. Symphonic & soapy. *****

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L’Artisan Parfumeur Mon Numéro 9: Tangy citrus sliced open in a watery garden: dew on herbs and stones. Mineral freshness. ***

— Fragrant Reviews (@fragrantreviews) April 17, 2016

Guerlain AA Pera Granita: A delightful scoop of sparkling pear sorbet coloured in a pastel shade of blush. Heavy on the musk but lovely ***

— Fragrant Reviews (@fragrantreviews) April 19, 2016

Tom Ford Neroli Portofino Acqua: A fresher & lighter take on NP’s giant neroli accord, boosted by a ton of breezy musks. Amalfi Air ****

— Fragrant Reviews (@fragrantreviews) April 21, 2016

Alexander McQueen Parfum: Perfectly pleasant tuberose-jasmine with a slightly woodsy, pepper edge. Sadly devoid of any daring McQueen DNA **

— Fragrant Reviews (@fragrantreviews) April 21, 2016

Jo Malone London Oolong Tea: Green, fuzzy tea served with amber-flavoured biscotti. Warm and enveloping but also remarkably lightweight ***

— Fragrant Reviews (@fragrantreviews) April 23, 2016

Tom Ford Soleil Blanc: Creamy white flower petals (magnolia mainly) enveloped in coconut milk and sandalwood. A day under St Tropez sun ****

— Fragrant Reviews (@fragrantreviews) April 26, 2016

Tom Ford Neroli Portofino Forte: Classic NP’s neroli accord enriched with leather & cumin. It feels stately, smart & sharp. Beautiful *****

— Fragrant Reviews (@fragrantreviews) April 26, 2016