Initio Paragon Review | Love, Like, or Let-Down?

In this video, I'm sharing my first impression & review of the new fragrance, Initio Paragon. Will it be a love, like, or let-down for me?
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[@janetpacheco-morton7878]

Paragon is currently available at Aura Fragrance for $215. I snagged it and will be a blind buy for me also. So glad you loved it.

[@thursdaymorningthoughts]

I was able to smell Paragon in person the day it released and it was love at first sniff… so I picked it up that very day lol. I have received so many compliments wearing it!!

[@Leonard_Washington76]

I had got a sample of Paragon. When I first got it I sprayed it in the air my reaction was literally 😮 it’s too good. Then I wore it out at the club one night when it was chilly. And when I say it was one of the best fragrances I’ve ever had. I purchased the full bottle the next day!! Paragon is my favorite and I own Side Effect, and Rehab. It’s my when I want to smell really good and feel like rich nergo vibes(young dolph voice)! That plum is 🔥

[@shortsauce]

I got a sample of this and I’m fully in love. It’s one of those scents that doesn’t smell great the first 5 minutes but then it’s absolutely magical! Costco sometimes carry’s it! Right now they only have Rehab in stock online but when it comes back, I’m buying a full bottle.

[@kristinro7226]

It’s amazing! I didn’t care for it at first but has sprayed some on and as my husband & I were walking around shopping the fragrance completely changed on the skin and was AMAZING! My hubby was like I’m taking you back & buying you this! He loved it! As do I ! Pheromones must work well in this one! ❤

[@sincerelyajg5067]

I'm loving Initio right now has I have bought Oud for Greatness, Side Effect, and High Frequency within the last 2 months. I already have Atomic Rose, Musk Therapy, and Rehab on my list so I'll be adding Paragon. I kinda feel Initio can do no wrong either. Pretty much I buy the scents I can get the best deal on at the time I'm searching for a fragrance but I do love Harrods (not the shipping cost as you have to pay it every time) and will try to order Selfridges soon!

[@SimplyAyesha]

I need to go in store and smell some more from the brand! I started my Initio collection about a year ago and now have 7!

[@nickj1111981]

I love Initio too, I have nearly all of their releases. My fav is Blessed Baraka. Thanks for your video!

[@SimplyAyesha]

I really need to go smell that one!

[@Lunabizdev]

Very unique scent and kind of magic, it looks like people are attracted to this scent as I m receiving a lot of comments and compliments

[@sofihelm1991]

Initio is a gorgeous house! I love Paragon too. It reminds me a little bit a mix between Xerjoff Naxos and Rehab

[@candiediffin4100]

I'm a bit surprised that there was no mention of plum when it's listed as a middle note and commonly seen in plum note fragrance videos. It's a juicy plum bomb! love!

[@ericag6409]

I am a big Initio fan but Paragon is a no for me. I was so disappointed. I absolutely love Addictive Vibration, Rehab, Side Effect, Atomic Rose and Musk Therapy.

[@rhondauribe-lands2832]

Just purchased this & I love it on me it smells sexy. I originally went in for psychedelic love that one smelled awful on me big no. I think everyone’s skin wears scents differently though 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@feeeve5940]

I’m definitely intrigued. I don’t own any Initio scents. I was going to blind buy during Jomashop sale. I just couldn’t make up my mind. I usually love your recommendations. I may have to get this one. Thank you

[@SimplyAyesha]

Thank you! It’s a really interesting scent. I hope you are able to get your nose on it!

[@IrieAllDay88]

With Initio you can't really go wrong. To me this is the most consistent perfume house out there. Almost every single release is high quality, performance and scent. I own eight and I just can't pick a favorite.

[@thursdaymorningthoughts]

I’m so glad you reviewed Paragon because I love it lol. Awesome review!

[@mariowright8487]

i had the pleasure of smelling this one at neiman marcus yesterday, and i loved it! im ordering my sample decant and i will most likely buy the full bottle soon

[@monakadi4333]

I love Paragon 🔥

[@funeka691]

I tried Paragon in store today, and for me it was a bit of a let down. I don't know what I was expecting, but it seemed light and fresh. Even now as I smell it, some 3 hrs after I sprayed it, I'm not wowed. Mind you, I did spray it on my hand. So maybe I need to give it a full wearing before I make a judgment.

[@SimplyAyesha]

I thought it was light too until I wore it around my coworkers! I definitely think this is one you should try full body!

[@IrieAllDay88]

Had the same experience, but as per Ayesha's recommendation I will try it again, maybe several times.

[@Loveamandapatrice]

I was driving and couldn’t type in my guess but I was right! Loll and I JUST saw this on Aurafragrance for $214! It’s probably still there.

[@SimplyAyesha]

😮

[@chocolatebrownbrotha6167]

Awesome review luv. I just purchased paragon and while wearing it, I realized paragon had similarities to another fragrance I have in my collection (Aqua de Palma Colonia Oud). Paragon is definitely 🔥 🔥 to my nose

[@sherwood9917]

I ordered a fragrance from Selfridges, and got notice that the item had shipped. However, the tracking link did not work. I waited 4 days before contacting them. To make a long story short, I received my package 2 1/2 weeks after I placed the order.

[@leeyah87]

Same experience for me too!

[@SimplyAyesha]

Same!

[@anthw7152]

😅 love the amount of sprays.. Best way to get to know a scent...

[@janinepannell]

Aura fragrance has it for $219

[@SharidaM]

It reminds me of Layton on initial spray.

[@SimplyAyesha]

I haven’t smelled that one!

[@lovli31]

I smelled it in store.. love it! It’s on my list of fragrances to purchase. Great vid!!❤

[@SimplyAyesha]

Thank you!

[@nevertooold6498]

I ordered this from Selfridges on Nov 5, and I still haven't received it. I know it's in transit and they have a delivery date of Nov 16 estimated. They were never this slow before, but I think it has more to do with shipping time. I don't care because the price different is quite significant - and don't forget Rakuten! I'm excited to try this, it sounds different. Thanks for your review! Take care, Ginny 😘😘😘

[@SimplyAyesha]

I was more concerned that my tracking link never worked. Hopefully you get yours soon. I agree though, it’s totally worth the wait!

[@nevertooold6498]

@@SimplyAyesha I know what you mean, my tracking link on the Selfridges website didn't work either, but I got an email notification from DHL and I was able to track through DHL. I'm not sure if they use DHL for all their US deliveries. That's the first time my tracking link didn't work on the Selfridges website so maybe they are having technical difficulties? Hopefully, they'll get everything straightened out because it is a little disconcerting. 🙂

[@blackberry84]

is it nice?

[@scentedheavenfragrancerevi1890]

My decant is on it's way 🤗 now I'm looking forward even more 🥰

[@SimplyAyesha]

Ooh, hope you love it!

[@pinkiemtengenya6744]

I’ve seen good reviews on this one so far🤩🤩. I’ll go and sample it when I go to the boutique store🤔🤔. Stay gorgeous😍😍.

[@KinkieKnotie]

I already know those compliments added some extra points towards it being a love for you....gotta see if I'm right 😀

[@SimplyAyesha]

😆

[@Nikki_yourbroker]

Love this as well

[@michaelstepherson4354]

Hru love your content my I ask what's your best fall cologne on a man n did u smell the new tom ford noir extreme parfum

[@SimplyAyesha]

Thank you! I haven’t smelled Noir Extreme, but my favorite on a man right now is Parfums De Marly Haltane.

[@charleswebb9246]

As far as spice for a guy is it better than noir extreme and spice bomb?

[@SimplyAyesha]

@@charleswebb9246 Better than Spicebomb (less sweet). I’m not sure about Noir Extreme.

[@michaelstepherson4354]

@@charleswebb9246 good looking I'm going to check it out

[@michaelstepherson4354]

@@SimplyAyesha going to check it out appreciate u both

[@charleswebb9246]

Just ordered.

[@charleswebb9246]

Thanks for the review. Last question. If you have oud for greatness Is it redundant to have Haltane?

[@SimplyAyesha]

They are similar so I’m not sure if you need both. I wear OFG and my husband wears Haltane. I definitely think Haltane smells more masculine with the added aromatic notes in it.

[@charleswebb9246]

@@SimplyAyesha went to scent Xplore and had a chance to smell Haltane. You were very accurate. Ordered it yesterday. Thanks for your review.

[@SimplyAyesha]

@@charleswebb9246 I would love to go to ScentXplore one day! I’m happy you were able to smell Haltane, it’s everything! Enjoy!

[@SharidaM]

Those white bottle Initios are tricky lol you think its sitting close and you get a compliment from 10ft away 😂!! I love this scent but leaned a little too masculine on me.

[@SimplyAyesha]

You’re right! Same thing happened with Musk Therapy for me.

[@IrieAllDay88]

Hi Ayesha, do you think you need to have it if you already have Musk Therapy and Rehab? I smelled it once and I thought it was kind of underwhelming. Definitely the one with the least personality in the Hedonist collection. But I will test it again.

[@SimplyAyesha]

I need it even though I have both of those scents! If it didn’t wow you, it’s ok. Try to see if you can spray it full body to get a proper wear! You may love it or still find it underwhelming!

[@IrieAllDay88]

@@SimplyAyesha I will try again! Thank you.

[@donnaj4528]

I am desperately waiting for a solid review on the new BDK Ambre Saffrano. There is 30% off on So Avant Garde for the next few days and I am going to blind buy it. They do include a sample vial to try which is great....if you don't like it, the original packaged bottle is still in tact and can be returned. PLEASE....is someone going to review this new BDK??? Why the silence on this one? :)

[@13JLady]

Do you mind sharing the 30% code for So Avant Garde please?

[@donnaj4528]

@@13JLady Cheraye30

[@latonyagipson-bowman9186]

So Avant garde, sends you a sample to try? I just ordered Keep Glazed and What about Pop and didn't get any sample vial🤷🏾‍♀️

[@13JLady]

@@donnaj4528 Thank you so much, Donna!! Didn’t know about Cheraye’s code. Been behind on her videos!

[@13JLady]

@@latonyagipson-bowman9186 Hey Latonya! I’ve never received a sample from them either!

[@dystanysam9896]

Hey sis I was wondering if you can do a video what I Wear this week? Also if you can a coffee perfume?

[@SimplyAyesha]

One of those videos is coming today! The other will be later this month!

[@KinkieKnotie]

Ooooh...let me see if I can get this right lol

[@latonyagipson-bowman9186]

Hey Ayesha, let's see what you got for us

[@KinkieKnotie]

YES!! I WAS RIGHT...ISSA LOVE! ☺️

[@SimplyAyesha]

🎉

[@nawafalsuqairy2812]

Hello, When u got compliments form those ladies , how many sprays you put ? I hope u reply

[@SimplyAyesha]

I’m not sure, but if I had to guess, I would say 8-10.

[@danielle3714]

Love!!

[@ismatarakhan8829]

How long do you think this bottle would last?

[@SimplyAyesha]

It depends on how much you spray and how often. I have a ton of fragrances, so it will probably last me 5+ years!

[@latonyagipson-bowman9186]

I thought it would be a like, darn it🤣🤣🤣

[@SimplyAyesha]

😂

[@cornelljproctorproctor-2ps94]

🔥

[@daniellemarino5247]

I say a like.

[@goodfay]

Like.

[@rabioramos1796]

Wait so this a feminine fragrance ?

[@SimplyAyesha]

It’s perfectly unisex to me!

[@latonyagipson-bowman9186]

A like

[@ciarah007]

like

[@suzannejoos5116]

Like

[@sherwood9917]

I see that people are comparing this to "Naxos". Do you agree with that?

[@SimplyAyesha]

I could see them being somewhere in the same family, but definitely not the same. Naxos is much heavier and has a prominent honey note. This one kind of smells like it has tobacco, (it doesn’t), but it is so much lighter & less sweet.

[@jvsmith1373]

Nah u sprayed the hell out of it..u will be smelling like paragon for the next 2 weeks😂😂😂😂geesh

[@SimplyAyesha]

😆

[@fenixcharlotte]

Spiciny 😂

[@SimplyAyesha]

😂 I’m such a wordsmith. Lol