some good old fashioned fragrance reviews from yours truly

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Fragrances Mentioned:
- Kayali Yum Pistachio Gelato 33
- Roja Manhattan
- M. Micallef Red Colorado
- Veronique Gabai Sexy Garrigue
- Byron Mula Mula
- Hayley Kiyoko Hue
- Hima Jomo Autumn in Lhoka
- Une Nuit Nomade Love at First Sight
- Skylar Boardwalk Delight
- Kilian Straight to Heaven
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[@frenchdesk8891]

Yum is actually the only Kayali fragrance for me. I perceive it as a freshie. I’m a lover of gelato and if you actually smell it, though it tastes dense and rich, it does have a fresh, creamy, cool scent. I think it’s more inspired from the scent versus taste. Thanks for another great video!

[@AnneLauren]

Ah I like that interpretation!

[@ashleylala4293]

A gelato perfume concept is something I find confusing. I’ve always felt that ice creams and gelatos don’t really have much of a scent because they are too cold. When you pull anything out the freezer, it often doesn’t have much of a scent until you thaw it or heat it up.

[@elgloriea6789]

One of the few noses I trust!! Mainly because of your INTEGRITY!!! These influencers *stay* lying about products that were gifted to them because they want more products/opportunity… I appreciate how honestly you kept it - both about receiving some of these scents as gifts - and - your true thoughts on the scent… We appreciate you!!! 💗💗💪💪!

[@AnneLauren]

I appreciate that so much!! 🙏🏼

[@summersinanan5739]

I just woke up and this is the first thing I’m watching in the morning 😂 Also, I feel like I’m one of the few who loves Kayali Yum Pistachio from beginning to end.

[@DanielleNicoleMakeup]

I love the entire thing too. No, it's not what I expected but to me it's like a pure lime cotton candy but hubby said it smells like bug spray. Bummer lol I wear it anyway 😂

[@AnneLauren]

I'm glad you like it!

[@MJT66]

I don’t love a lot of Kayali fragrances, but I do like Yum Pistachio Gelato. It reminds me of helping my mom make Watergate salad with pistachio pudding mix and mini marshmallows! It’s nice layered with the Musk 12 if you want to add an additional veil of fresh softness, IMO. I like the bottle, too, btw! 💚

[@AnneLauren]

awe I love that!

[@raquelrodriguez5672]

I find it fascinating that Yum has such diverse opinions. To me, it’s a work of art and I’m kind of obsessed. I don’t get a juvenile gourmand, but am elegant and cool gourmand. It’s fresh, cold, creamy smooth, and sweet. On my skin it’s not heavy on the pistachio or florals, just a unique and beautifully blended fragrance. Bravo Olivier and Sebastien Cresp.

[@AnneLauren]

I'm glad you enjoy it!

[@dgm3033]

The dry down is what i like, the opening is not my fav and actually it makes me sneeze but i can live with it. I have revisited this scent several times now because its so intriguing. I wonder of anyone has tried layering this with anything, i feel it will great for layering, very much on brand for Kayali

[@dgm3033]

So far i have tries it with commodity milk + and they work and my fav being with Jo Malone Myrr and Tonka 👌🏾

[@raquelrodriguez5672]

@@dgm3033 yesssss!!! I’ve layered with Milk and it’s a fantastic together! I’ve also layered with Lira, Orchidee Vanille, and Je Ne Sais Quoi. Beautiful combos.

[@whitneyellison]

I was 100% on board with the marketing of Yum Pistachio but I’m SO glad that I smelled this in store before buying. I found the bergamot to be so overwhelming and off-putting. It gave more cleaning solution than nutty gelato.

[@MinaF99]

Gelato is actually significantly denser than ice cream

[@LP-xu2qx]

Yes, a creamier, denser version.

[@aimeeanderson9258]

Mmmm... gelato... creamy rich deliciousness! Oh, have you guys tried Inside Out by the Gate!? Vanilla ice cream with an absinthe note- really good/interesting ice cream take!!!

[@IrieAllDay88]

Finally someone who gets it!

[@suckerlove11]

You are one of the best at describing scents! Thank you!!

[@penelopepalm]

It’s so cool that Eric is into the fragrances as well. My husband is willing to test anything and wears what I give him but he’s never said he’s going to need a bottle of anything. He’s be happy with one scent. 😂Straight to heaven is beautiful.

[@AnneLauren]

I love so much that he's into fragrances as well 🥹 haha that's nice that your husband will wear what you recommend though! 😉

[@penelopepalm]

@@AnneLauren oh yes I’m very happy he will smell whatever I put in front of him as long as it’s not too many at once. And he always smells me and comments. He’s a good one. 🤣

[@Winning29]

“An animal hide nearby “😂😂 I bought Mula Mula 9 months ago and just sprayed it this am and refell in LOVE with it. 🏹🏹🏹

[@AnneLauren]

it's a good one!

[@teressawill7220]

Kayali Yum = baby wipes. So sorry I purchased a full bottle as a blind buy.

[@basicbaroque]

I do like the green fragrances from Hima Jomo. I bought samples of Winter in Manaslu and Spring in Bome, and they have a very realistic green quality about them that's lovely. The winter fragrance is probably my favorite because the opening is like a realistic chocolate mint plant.

[@AnneLauren]

that sounds interesting!

[@marielle7505]

I really don't like Yum from Kayali. It has a distinct medicinal scent to me. Reminds me of some liquid form of antibiotics I had to take as a kid. I feel like there might be almond in it? Don't know for sure, but I always struggle with almond for the same reason. Don't really find it longlasting or a great projector.

[@derekkeaton-c9v]

Girll youre literally the BEST hands down when it comes to describing a scent omggg but I would be soooo down for like a “What Fragrances for each Disney Princess” video or “Perfumes that remind me of *this* song, or color,” etc, like I feel that it would help us imagine a perfume with an aesthetic better yk 😂 I’m such a sucker for those types of vids lool

[@AnneLauren]

🥹🥹 Thank you!! I appreciate that so much!! I can definitely work on some of those topics to film 😊

[@victoriam.6430]

LOL! “I’m not usually a fan of celebrity perfume bottles…they look a little rough.” 😂 You are always so entertaining!

[@AnneLauren]

hahah thank you 😆🤍

[@SocaTrain]

The performance on Mula Mula is insane! It lasts and lasts and lasts. I did ultimately sell my bottle though because even though I like sweet scents, this one is incredibly sweet. I’ll maybe revisit it at a later time

[@AnneLauren]

It is a sweet one!

[@mariezapanta8839]

I’m obsessed with Mula Mula! Omg, yes you’re right, it’s similar to La Capitale minus the leather. I jumped and sprayed them side by side🍓🍓🍓, love them both!

[@AnneLauren]

they're good ones!

[@juliettirina6829]

Yum Pistachio Gelato 33 is sooo beautiful but sadly does not last on my skin. It becomes skin scent after an hour. In addition, the price is high for what the fragrance offers.

[@maricelalaines-crus7929]

Mula Mulaaaa❤❤❤❤ waiting for it as we speak in the mail!!!! I tested this for so long too. It’s a beautiful strawberry 🍓 creamy with amber. Love itttt

[@AnneLauren]

ah it's so good!

[@patr70]

I wasn't too impressed by Kilian fragrances either.. I found them juvenille and flat, but then I gave them another chance and some of them are very nice, they're growing on me.

[@AnneLauren]

There's a few that I like, but I haven't found a love for myself yet! Really enjoying STH on Erik though!

[@marinara5000]

Whooo smells a leather Sucre review coming up??? The best strawberry frag on the market is Venom Incarnat. Unreal... I'm totally taken.

[@AnneLauren]

😉😉

[@marinara5000]

Anna, you have to smell venom Incarnat

[@doolaloo8496]

Thanks for the reviews!

[@AnneLauren]

thank you for watching!

[@peninalipkin2974]

i wanted to try Manhattan roja i am glad i didnt blind buy it but the notes you mentioned sounds a bit like my new guerlain bouquet de paris. hmm haha i wonder how many bees would follow me if i wore the purple flower scent. i do like iris and violet. a great review video anne.i want to try byron mula mula will definitely smell it when in the states

[@AnneLauren]

hahah I bet the bees would love you with Love at First Sight 😄 Mula Mula is definitely worth sampling once you get the chance!

[@klauslispector]

I wear RedColorado as a woman! Love it

[@AnneLauren]

I'm glad you enjoy it!

[@Valencia112]

The way you said “lychee, watermelon.” Made me laugh

[@Malavikamusic]

Do you prefer Mula Mula over La Capitale?

[@DanielleNicoleMakeup]

I get the same thing with Yum! I described it as a lime margarita less the alcohol or green cotton candy. That's all I get too. A bright gourmand. Was starting to feel alone in my description but I love it. I do love my girly sweet gourmands tho. Wish my man got that...He doesn't like it. Bug spray vibes he told me lol I am on my 2nd bottle so clearly wear it anyway 😂

[@AnneLauren]

Awe man 😆! I'm glad you enjoy it!

[@ekaterinal8631]

Hi! I know you several awesome summer fragrance videos, would you have similar recommendations for very hot weather that is also very humid?

[@AnneLauren]

of course! I would try samples of Le Labo Another 13, Floral Street Arizona Bloom, Skylar Salt Air, Byredo Bal d'Afrique, Phlur Tangerine Boy, Tocca Colette, PDM Meliora or The 7 Virtues Blackberry Lily, & The 7 Virtues Coconut Sun :)

[@danielledifusco771]

Your sisters get all your goodies! I’d hate to see their Xmas gifts from you! 😂❤ great reviews as always Anne!

[@AnneLauren]

I have entirely too much fun with gift giving! 😆🤍

[@dgm3033]

Actually seeing people who also enjoy Kayali Yum Pistachio is refreshing because i have seen a lot people not like it

[@PerfFume]

I LOVE Mula Mula. Like, addicted. I really like Yum Pistscio too I don’t find it juvenile

[@AnneLauren]

I'm glad you enjoy it!

[@TheFragranceDecantBoutique]

Fantastic Choices ❤

[@AlexisJonnes]

I am a woman and still rock Straight to Heaven! It’s absolutely beautiful and super sexy! Gotten so many compliments on it as well!❤

[@AnneLauren]

amazing! 🤍

[@christieo1761]

A rugged man, in the woods, near a fire, with an animal hide nearby... Bravo! What a description!!

[@AnneLauren]

😆 Thank you! 🤍

[@getgloss]

ive been mulling over coconut sun, but its hard for me to get a sample or smell it. id love to hear your opinions anne

[@AnneLauren]

of course! I will feature it in my next video! xx

[@sarahschouveller1993]

Anne this is completely unrelated to the video but your mention of kayali made me think of it... Have you smelled both kayali Invite Only and Ellis Brooklyn Apres? And do you feel like they smell similarly?

[@AnneLauren]

I have smelled both! I find them to be very different :)

[@sarahschouveller1993]

@@AnneLauren ack! Idk why they're smelling alike to me!! 😩😩

[@alepou200]

perfect timing! ❤

[@AnneLauren]

❤️❤️❤️

[@narwhallllll8475]

YAAASSSS new frags!!! I’m currently taking a break from buying fragrances cos- WHEW- what an expensive hobby this is (saving for a house and a wedding). But who knows? I might end up caving and buying one of the frags here one of these days 👀

[@AnneLauren]

It is! 😩 But congratulations!! So many things to look forward to! Wishing you both the best! 🤍🥹

[@byron_parfums]

Grazie Anne!!!😃

[@maisy4675]

I don’t care for any of the Kay Ali perfumes. Short lasting and duplicated from other original scents. The whole line smells like a knock off brand.

[@missreia]

She said nutty explosion 😅

[@tabithahamlette1166]

Manhattan on me is similar to tobacco vanille minus the cinnamon.

[@AnneLauren]

oo yes it does remind me of that family!

[@aromasandaesthetics]

Sold on Straight To Heaven for the boo 👏🏼🖤

[@AnneLauren]

❤️‍🔥🙌🏼

[@divya2677]

I really enjoyed watching your video 🤩

[@AnneLauren]

thank you! ❤️

[@jennaann5175]

What Skylar perfumes would you recommend for a more mature woman?

[@AnneLauren]

I loveee Salt Air!

[@psclip3309]

please review xerjoff corallo, fresh iris

[@AnneLauren]

It doesn't look like it will be a fragrance for me being that it's heavy on the iris, lavender, and green notes 😬 I quite enjoy lavender and iris but only when they're balanced with something with a sweetness like more vanilla!

[@christinajlouis9726]

this is unrelated but i need perfume advice. My aunt is throwing a brunch in a few weeks with a bunch of wealthyesque people and i need a perfume that will match their vibe but is also fitting for brunch?

[@jenniferocampo3873]

Dama Bianca, soft and ethereal…classy smelling perfume. Feminine, love the quince note.

[@christinajlouis9726]

@@jenniferocampo3873 its funny that you say that because that's what I was thinking at first too. But I plan on wearing it for my wedding and I want to avoid wearing it until then. lol

[@AnneLauren]

Oh this is a fun topic! I would go with something like Giardini Di Toscana BoraBora, Micallef Ylang in Gold, PDM Meliora, TF Jasmin Rouge, FDB Oud Jaune Intense, Celine Black Tie, Louboutin Loubirouge, Armani Prive Rouge Malachite.. sorry, a lot of options 😅

[@christinajlouis9726]

@@AnneLauren Thanks so much i'll definitely look into these and get one of them. I'll let you know which one i pick ◡̈

[@ninuhbutt]

When do we get to meet Eric???

[@AnneLauren]

Awe 🥹🤍 Part of me would love to have him on because we have the BEST time together and I love our dynamic haha! But I'll admit, I've been reluctant to do it because the internet is not always the kindest place, and it will upset me if someone chooses to say something rude. I put myself out there, so I deal with the hate, but I don't want to see anything directed towards the person I love most. Erik is open to filming together, so maybe one day I'll change my mind, but for the time being I've felt more comfortable filming solo :)

[@ThePerfumeNest]

Your lucky sisters!!!! Esp the one who got Mula Mula! 🙏🏻😄I predicted how you would feel about Yum and I wasn’t sure how I felt until I sniffed it on my daughter! 😂 I was like “Yum! You smell delicious!” 😊 I had the same experience with Manhattan. 😬

[@AnneLauren]

🙈🤍 Hoping they like them! If not, they go to their friends 😄 I find it yummy as well, I got a couple people asking me what I was wearing when I wore it to work! Ah man, that Manhattan was wack on my skin hahah

[@aimeeanderson9258]

Hey- so I am trying to push myself a little out of my gourmand and fruity preferences- towards that- NOT "mature"- Lord, no- but maybe that chic, clean girl aesthetic.... keeping the sweetness- has to be a little sweet at least..and def more fem than not... I know you all prob get bombarded by people asking for recommendations .. But im needing one! Bal D'Afrique? Eau Duelle EDT? Or a your skin but better? People- Anne- please give me a top 3! I dont know where to go... Musk Therapy will be one... But I need some help narrowing down the situation...

[@AnneLauren]

I would test Clean Reserve Skin, JHAG Sunny Side Up, Byredo Bal d'Afrique, or something in the Byredo Gypsy Water family, whether it be that, Tocca Colette, Commodity Gold, or Les Soeurs de Noe Call Me Iris :)

[@aimeeanderson9258]

@@AnneLauren amazing- thank you for taking the time!!!!

[@sallymiller9872]

Love straight to heaven

[@AnneLauren]

It's a good one!

[@sarazigova1641]

Stunning❤

[@victoriam.6430]

I smelled Gelato 33 in Sephora the other day and was like ewww upon first sniff. It smells so synthetic and cheap. Love your videos though ha,ha! 😉

[@AnneLauren]

thank you! It's so interesting that people are getting wildly different things from that one! Good thing you tested first!

[@victoriam.6430]

@Summer Dew I’ve not found one of them except maybe Musk 12 that I thought was ok. These Kayali’s seem like they’re very low quality. I don’t get the hype at all.

[@franceiroca]

Straight to heaven isn’t worth the money! Performances are crap! I am so pissed off! I am not the only one! It’s an expensive skin scent. Dont get me wrong, I am in love for this scent… but it just doesn’t last! Shame Kilian for selling that price for a perfume that don’t perform. I will sell my bottle.

[@helenrouge7294]

Yam is nothing special at all. I love Kayali but this one is just very usual for the price they ask.

[@ashleylala4293]

🙌🏼 Mad respect to all the grown men who dress like grown men and wouldn’t be caught dead in public wearing sweatpants or sweatshorts. It really brings down the quality of our society and personally, I feel secondhand embarrassment.

[@psclip3309]

I don't like mula mula, it's a strange jammy strawberry

[@AnneLauren]

definitely not for everyone, it's unique!

[@sarabrooks4211]

How are you always reading my mind? I’ve had boardwalk delight in my cart all day 🩵

[@AnneLauren]

🙈🤍

[@hiral8521]

I look forward to Sundays for your videos! Side note: have you tried Havana lounge from Anecdote? It’s like $20 at CVS and fragrantica is comparing it to Jazz club. Just wondering if it’s worth it. 🫣

[@AnneLauren]

🥹 I appreciate that so much! I haven't!

[@shyrazbenaziza5854]

love mula mula on my bf so muchhh and kayali gelato is really good but the performance is not here so i’m not gonna spend my money 🫠

[@AnneLauren]

understandable!