Ranking 5 New Designer Perfumes Fragrances Perfume Collection Top Best & Worst Review Summer 2023

[@AdriennaDC]

Hey Claire🤗🤗🤗I sold my Narciso fragrances, I’ve come to accept that I’m really not with this brand at all. The bottle is pretty!😍

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Yes, not all are for me and I have enough with what I have right now. I wouldn't choose this one over others.

[@LaladaBeauty]

I find Paradox to resemble so many other florals on the market. It’s pretty and mass appealing but it’s a been there, done that type of scent. I need to try the new Issey Miakey. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on these! I really enjoyed hearing how they turned out for you 💖❤️😍

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Paradoxe seems to have been really popular, it just didn't grab me... That issey miyake would be lovely for summer. Thanks for watching ❤️

[@skinscentsforfusspots]

I am so fascinated by how differently people percieve perfumes! Narciso Cristal seems to really divide people. It was so piercing to me, both times I tested the sample I found it truly head-splitting at first and then when it dried down, the screechy florals gave way to a horrifyingly sweet powder.... gave me Kenzo flower vibes (which I find cloying!). Haha just such a different experience! I can't get on with any Narciso Rodriguez perfumes tbf, they're a disaster on my skin and thier musk smells like chlorine on me. I don't normally review them unless I get free samples with other perfume orders! I love how A Drop D'issey smells but sadly the ambroxan in it just doesn't work on my skin. I got a 40ml bottle because it smells so pretty (and honestly I just love those bottles!), but it's in my declutter pile as it just doesn't really work on my skin - I like the smell of the Eau Fraiche too but that ambroxan.... can't do it :( I've not managed to sniff the other ones but as I'm so fussy about orange blossom and jasmine that I didn't think they'd be up my alley anyway! Thanks for another fab video 🙂

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Yes ambroxan can be too much for me in some fragrances but I find it really smooth in the drop d'issey range 🙂 I agree Cristal is more piercing than the rest of the range which is more powdery generally. I didn't think it was the one for me... I hope the perfumes reach you this time 🤞 thanks for watching ❤️

[@jaxbeautifulyou]

I love ranking videos! Paradox smelled nice to me, but I agree a bit redundant. I didn’t feel the need to add it to my collection, but I did think it was a good performing perfume. Great video ❤

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Yes Paradoxe doesn't add anything really but I see why it's popular. Thanks for watching ❤️

[@AdriennaDC]

Yessss😍😍😍😍I HAVE to get the I want choo forever! It’s a love for me. It’s not a strong cherry but it has such a beautiful DNA.

[@dr.claire.perfume]

It is really pretty 😍 I agree 👍

[@LaladaBeauty]

Hello beautiful! I’m not impressed with most new releases. I Want Choo Forever is an exception for me. I get very good performance from it and the sillage is amazing. I think it’s the only designer perfume that impressed me lately. As for Fame, I just can’t with that bottle 😂😂😅 I tried it at the store and it’s pretty but I wasn’t impressed. You’re right, there is nothing groundbreaking about it ❤

[@dr.claire.perfume]

I really liked I want Choo forever! The fragrance was lovely, just didn't project for me. Haha, you can always rely on Paco Rabanne for a weird bottle. It's such a strange concept 😂

[@fionaH101]

I'm with you Claire. When it comes to Narciso Rodriguez I'll stick to Poudree. The opening of Cristal was beautiful and sparkling but then it fell flat for me. I've got to get my nose on A Drop d'Issey Fraiche. Hadn't heard of it but it sounds gorgeous. Shame it's more of a a skin scent though. I haven't bothered with the others after trying Cristal; they just don't appeal to me. Enjoy the long weekend 💖💖💖

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Hi Fiona! Yes I get a bit underwhelmed by new designer stuff mostly. It all begins to smell like something gone before. Cristal was alright but yes, definitely not my favourite from that line. I feel sad that Narciso have discontinued the ones that I feel are the better ones. Thanks for watching ❤️ happy Easter 🐣

[@katjack2780]

I did a double-take when I saw a video from you today. My first thought was, did I sleep through 2 days? I was reassured by looking at the calendar:) It's like a nice mid-week bonus. I haven't tried any of the fragrances you mention, but what kills any interest for me in a perfume is if it's described as "inoffensive" or "mass appealing." While you can't expect masterpieces or totally original fragrances all of the time, at least I try to look for different combinations or ingredients. For example, I've decided I have enough white floral fragrances, but I was intrigued by the notes in Figment by Amouage that promised a different treatment. It included Sichuan pepper and saffron as well as papyrus, orris, incense and patchouli. Besides which, it was on sale:) It's gorgeous.

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Yes I agree, designer fragrances rarely excite me these days. I do like trying them still, even though gems are rare. Amouage have some really interesting and stunning fragrances. I love opus iii and portrayal. Thanks for watching Kat ❤️

[@AdriennaDC]

Yhhhhh that paradox is getting ALOT of love. I’ve actually never smelled it. But now I’m intrigued. I kind’ve dismissed it before, the bottle just didn’t attract me. But I now I need to see what up!😂

[@dr.claire.perfume]

I didn't love it, but actually the first time I tried it, it impressed me, it was only when I got a sample that it didn't excite me as much. 🤷‍♀️

[@OpinionatedScents]

I sold the new narciso. It was just meh to me. I didn't enjoy I want choo forever either. I gave it away. Even though neither are original, fame was pretty but too common and paradoxe is a fun, love. I get so many compliments and I just love it even though it's such a mass appealing, familiar fragrance.

[@dr.claire.perfume]

This is it isn't it? The familiar ones get the compliments 😉 people like what they like. Thanks for watching Tera ❤️

[@mirnamirjan6255]

I love Fame! First time I smelled it I wasn’t too impressed but when I tried it again I was hooked and bought a bottle right away.

[@dr.claire.perfume]

It's very fruity 😊 I enjoyed it more than I thought I might. The bottle is insane, I love that 😂

[@laurel_luxe]

Thanks for this ranking video ❤ I've been binging them recently ❣️ I think I'm going to pick up FAME during the Sephora sale ❤️ Paradoxe, I enjoy, but I don't adore❣️ It's just not that original IMO. Seems like we're on the same page there 🙂 Fabulous video as always, Claire 💖

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Thanks Laurel ❤️ I hope you find some sale bargains. 🥰

[@perfumetales]

Hi Claire 🤗🥰 I have tested both I want choo and the forever one. They didn't blow my mind. They share some facets with Carolina Herrera good girl. I didn't smell the new drop d'issy. However, I love the original. It is worth being in my collection. It is romantic, innocent, and elegant, in my opinion. Thank you for this delightful video ❤

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Hi Souad ❤️ yes! You are right, the are a bit good girl like in a way! And I agree, drop d'issey is gorgeous, soft and pretty 😍. Thanks for watching ❤️ have a great weekend 🥰

[@sanneparf]

I love your pickiness 😃 We always get the real tea🍵

[@dr.claire.perfume]

😂 absolutely.

[@Scentolutions]

I should get one of these Issey Miyake fragrances. It's a house I haven't really looked into. Tried Fame and Paradox. They were OK but not necessarily unique. Almost like I could buy one or the other

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Yes, I think a lot of designer fragrances just don't stand out very much from the rest. The issey miyake drop line is quite different to other designer fragrances I think. Thanks for watching ❤️

[@CatherineBriseboisCatWoods]

Hi Claire! Thank you for those reviews. Heard so many diverging comments about Fame and Paradoxe, that I'm not really interested all that much. I've bought 2 Paco Rabanne fragrances at good price in the past and found them kinda plastic smelling. I have the original A Drop and really like it. I smelled the new one, but last October. It smelt ''fresher'' and less creamy to me, but with colder weather, it might not have been the best time to sample it.

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Yes, I think that's a good description of the difference actually between the drop d'issey fragrances. I know what you mean, Fame and Paradoxe really didn't excite me from other people's descriptions of them. Thanks for watching ❤️

[@BLARG09]

I love the Cristal, gives the Poudre vibes without the powder puff. I agree it seems like a cristalline version. It's one by my bedside table.

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Ooh that would be lovely for bed. I think it's a nice one! Thanks for watching ❤️

[@Joss-Fragrance-Mixology]

Excellent reviews Claire!!!💙💙💙I also have not had great success with Paco Rabanne fragrances

[@dr.claire.perfume]

😂 no kidding! Happy Easter Joss ❤️

[@AdriennaDC]

Ooooo!😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍I AM SOOO IN LOVE WITH FAME! I just bought it. I think it’s soo beautiful.❤

[@dr.claire.perfume]

I liked it more than I thought I might. 🙂

[@yuliabonder1979]

Hello Claire. I agree with your number one, very nice fragrance. All the others smell the same to me.

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Hi Yulia, yes, I think the l'eau d'issey was the only one that I might actually buy. The others were a no.

[@ohtheparfum5354]

im surprised u didnt like D&G The One edp that much, that frag is like... The One imo lol, its prices skyrocketed lately, was shocked to see the 75ml go for like 140$ but i noticed that this frag is not that available as before, may be its on its way to discontinuation even though its one of D&G's iconic frags... ty for reviewing these, and especially Narciso Crystal i was wondering how it is or if it is any close to the unicorn Narciso eau de parfum (the white cube) i managed to find a 50ml lately which is kind of a miracle... Paradoxe seems to be quite interesting though, i feel like its gonna be this year's best seller.. lovely vid ♥

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Oh it's the powdery amber vanilla peach that I dislike in the one. I struggle with that combination. I do also feel it's being discontinued. Powdery peach is out of fashion. You did well to find Narciso EDP. I find NR's management of that line extremely confusing. Why would you discontinue the pillar fragrance yet keep releasing flankers? 😂 Yes Paradoxe is very popular I think. I think it's got a strange texture somehow for me, a bit grainy. I'm just not keen. Thanks for watching ❤️

[@Naturallyliz41]

Hey Claire. I was disappointed with I Want Choo Forever. The opening was beautiful but it fades away quickly and as you said the longevity of the fragrance wasn’t good. I returned it

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Hi Liz, I can certainly understand returning it based on longevity, I was disappointed with it, but wow it smells lovely when it's there 😂 thanks for watching ❤️

[@kathywitter6076]

Thanks for this, Claire. I took a hiatus from new purchases last year but I might try the Issey Miyake.

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Hi Kathy! Yes, I know what you mean, good to take a break occasionally 🙂

[@christinalucas5540]

Thanks for a great video. I’m interested in trying the new Drop d’issey. I’ve tried a few samples of Fame - I didn’t enjoy it as it’s very sharp to my nose. Paradox is nice, but as you mentioned, it’s very similar to others I own.

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Hi Christina, yes, it's strange because I really enjoyed paradoxe when I tested it in store but with my samples I found it less pleasing. Makes me wonder whether it's something about the samples themselves... Drop d'issey and the flanker are both lovely 😊 thanks for watching ❤️

[@julieg_quebec-julesselivre8641]

Hi Claire! I almost bought that NR but it’s not lasting so I didn’t… None of these will join my collection unfortunately. None seems unique enough… 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Aah, yes it's a little softer than the rest of the line. Maybe more close to skin too? I think I feel similarly, most designer fragrances don't excite me enough for me to go buy them now. I don't know if that's me or the fragrances that are being marketed right now... Happy Wednesday Julie ❤️

[@yourfragrantfriendj3986]

I’ve interested in the new Issey! 😮 Thanks for your description of the Narciso, I’d never heard it put that way…now I’m intrigued 😊

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Drop d'issey Eau fraîche is lovely. I do still love the original though 💟 The Narciso was pretty but something that I'd definitely already got something of that I like more from that line. Thanks for watching ❤️

[@HappinessSparkles]

That Prada one gets lots of mixed reviews but I honestly don’t think any of these over impress me 🤷‍♀️or anything new that’s coming out ! How can companies possibly create anything extraordinary IMO 😮 Loved hearing your views Hugs ❤

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Yes it's strange but I really liked it when I tried it from a bottle in store, but I wasn't fussed when I used a few samples of it and began to smell things I just don't enjoy in it. I'd say most fragrances these days are meh for me. It take a lot for me to love something now. 😊

[@EnglishProfStyle]

I bought two of these, one because of the bottle and one because I love the scent. I want to like the Narciso fragrances, but they just don't do it for me. I was left flat by I Want Choo Forever. I was planning to get it, but I just wasn't impressed enough. If I can get it for cheap I'll pick it up, lol.

[@dr.claire.perfume]

I totally understand that Narciso arent for everyone m, they have a distinctive house DNA for sure that if that doesn't suit, will be a problem. I want Choo forever is disappointing because of the cherry and the lasting power unfortunately... Thanks for watching ❤️

[@VictoriaNewis]

I haven't tried any of these except Prada Paradoxe and I think it's a little bit meh - nothing special. Enjoyed the video xx

[@dr.claire.perfume]

It's certainly a common DNA that doesn't stand out much. Thanks for watching ❤️

[@ems_h.eartnotes]

Ooh nice Wednesday bonus vid from you! I haven't tried any of these and probably only the Narciso and the Issey Miyake appeal to me. If I was ranking them only from the notes I'd likely go in the same order as you did 😁

[@dr.claire.perfume]

I think I'd agree with that judgement, I can't see you enjoying the others at all. Designer fragrances rarely excite me these days... The search continues... Thanks for watching Em ❤️

[@sunnyscents1818]

Hi Claire 🤗 love hearing your thoughts I honestly have not been interested in any maybe it’s my mood 🥴 I think the mass appealing scents are so easy to love and get compliments, the only one I would want to sample is your # 1 ❤🤗

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Same! I sample designer fragrances and most of the time I'm just not that interested 😂 the prices have really gone up recently too. Thanks for watching ❤️

[@corinalymburner1121]

The discernment you use in these reviews really makes them a hit for me👌& I’m now interested in the Issey Drops, more than ever🌸🦋💦

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Thank you ❤️ I think I'm quite picky 🙊 I hope you enjoy it if you try it. Thanks for watching ❤️

[@AMaudeThing]

Your views are spot on😊

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Thanks Maude 🥰

[@TheEagleslover]

Hey Dr Claire! The only one I’ve tried was Paradoxe and I just found it to be boring.

[@dr.claire.perfume]

I can see that... I smells very familiar 😉

[@Jenn_N]

Thanks for your video Claire! I don't think any of these would be for me. Although you do speak so highly of the Issey it may be worth giving it a sniff just to check it out, Have a fantastic day! 💛~ Jenn

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Hi Jenn! I'll admit I'm rarely impressed by a new designer release these days, there is so much meh out there. Did you try the original drop d'issey? If you like lilac and body cream / sun cream feeling fragrances, it's a winner! Thanks for watching ❤️ happy Wednesday 😊

[@carolinapaez]

Hi Claire! Thank you for this video 😁 Your description of I want Choo Forever is spot on! I own it but tninking of selling it cause I also am disappointed by the fact the cherry is barely perceivable 🙄 I'd love to try A Drop d'Issey (before blind buying it mind you! 🤭) Take care 💙💙💙

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Yes, the cherry is gone pretty quickly for me. It's a shame because that opening is gorgeous 😍 I think if you like the original drop d'issey, you will like the Eau fraîche. I enjoy both of them very much and I find the original to be very distinctive on the designer market. Thanks for watching Carolina! Happy Wednesday ❤️

[@carolinapaez]

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[@AdriennaDC]

I’ll say this though, the note structure leaves much to be desired!😂😂I’ll still have to check it out.

[@dr.claire.perfume]

😂

[@playsintraffic2]

I was really interested in Fame because it was supposed to have a mango note. Incredibly disappointed when I tried it out.

[@dr.claire.perfume]

It was much more heavy on jasmine that I was expecting overall. Thanks for watching ❤️

[@keysbmc94]

I recently went into a Sephora for the first time (!) to try whatever fragrances I could. I tried Paradoxe and was unimpressed. Seemed like a generic fruity floral to me...

[@dr.claire.perfume]

We just got a Sephora or two in London, so I've not been other than in Italy when I was on holiday. Yes I'm afraid Paradoxe didn't stand out to me either. Thanks for watching ❤️

[@AdriennaDC]

Rain drops😍😍😍😍I’m intrigued! I had to play it back. I love the notes in this one. It sounds so pretty!💙💙💙💦💦

[@dr.claire.perfume]

It is! I like both this one and the original, both are lovely.

[@HappinessSparkles]

Good morning Clare ❤

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Hey Frances ❤️

[@Tina-wi7we]

Ty Claire 💙

[@dr.claire.perfume]

No problem Tina. Thanks for watching ❤️

[@Tina-wi7we]

​@@dr.claire.perfume I haven't tried the N.R. cristalle. Sounds pretty. I really liked Poudre when I tried it, but I want to test it again and no one is having narciso as testers around me anymore. Haven't tried the paco either. Paradox was nice, but I don't feel I need it. It takes a really special release to get my attention these days. A drop d'issey is a very nice lilac. I am interested in that one. Then again I have so many spring perfumes! 🥰✨🐇

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Yes, I know exactly what you mean, they have to be amazing don't they? 😂

[@rizzirizz713]

ooohh I am intrigued by the Prada and Jimmy Choo on Friday I am going to the mall and I might sniff on those

[@dr.claire.perfume]

Yes! Good to try them out! Thanks for watching ❤️

[@AdriennaDC]

😢It’s not long lasting??? I’ll be honest with you I would still get the jimmy choo despite because I think it’s that pretty.

[@dr.claire.perfume]

It's lovely, the cherry is gorgeous, just short lived. Maybe one to overspray?