Bambu Mujer by Adolfo Dominguez

I had forgotten about this one for years. It’s a lovely fragrance, sweet due to the raspberries, and as it dries down, the rose really comes through. It lasts a long time and leaves a nice trail, performing better than some more expensive options. Excellent value for money. However, I won’t be buying it again: although it’s beautiful, it’s very simple and too similar to others on the market; it lacks that unique touch.

A rose with that characteristic acidic opening typical of AD. At first, I thought it was raspberry, but it’s that acidity found in El Tango perfumes, both for men and women, which I don’t like as it makes them seem ordinary; perhaps not in the air, but in Argentina there are superior options for this price. The dry-down is super soapy, clean and fresh, but the longevity is muuuuch too short. I went from a poor-quality acid to a mediocre soapy note. I wouldn’t buy it, nor would I recommend it; I’d prefer any VS body splash that smells as good or better, lasts longer and is more economical. The bamboo won’t be in my aromatic garden.

I fell in love with this bamboo version; I adore fruity notes, and they are noticeable from the first splash. The raspberry explodes at the beginning before settling into a fresh, youthful, and elegant dry-down. Although it is woody, its impression is refreshing and fun. I love its dry-down; I’m already on my second bottle, which is gorgeous. I’m a huge fan of raspberry and was pleasantly surprised; it simply cannot be missed today. The best thing about Domìnguez is that for an acceptable price, you get quality fragrances, something I highlight because I already own several by this designer and I adore them.

The first splash revealed a sweetness I didn’t expect; I thought it would be fresher, but it’s a sweet little spicy note due to the raspberry. Then, as it settles on the skin, it leaves a base scent similar to Versace Crystal, with woods and roses, more elegant and clean. However, I wouldn’t buy it again: personally, I realised that this simple raspberry doesn’t suit me, as if it’s not well blended but standing alone with a rose and wood base. Too simplistic and the raspberry basically stands out as the protagonist. Its fixation is moderate, but it is definitely felt on clothes for longer.

I am absolutely blown away by this perfume; it caught me off guard as I’m not usually a fan of fruity scents, let alone raspberry, but on my skin it becomes majestic and spot-on. Although the longevity isn’t the best, today it is a must-have in my collection. The compliments never stop. It reminds me a little of Nina Ricci’s Nina, but more intense.

What a pleasant surprise this new Adolfo Domìnguez fragrance is. I was given free samples when picking up Black Woman by R.L. (it doesn’t suit me; if you’d like to try it, check my review). For summer (here in Buenos Aires, with temperatures between 23 and 33 degrees), I absolutely love fruity and floral combinations. Upon smelling it on blotter and then on my skin, it reminded me of Versace’s Bright Crystal, which I wear during these hot and humid periods; although the composition is different, the style is identical, and surprisingly, on my skin (obviously, my pH doesn’t help much with longevity), it lasts longer than Bright Crystal Absolu. It’s pleasant and attractive; my boyfriend loves it, though it’s not specifically sensual—it’s fresh yet interesting. The bottle design is good, though very similar to Kenzo, but what really surprised me was its excellent projection, rivalling good French perfumes. The price is super reasonable. It now replaces my Bright Crystal Absolu and will be my Spring/Summer favourite. If you enjoy fruity/floral scents, like the discontinued Eau Torride by Givenchy or Bright Crystal, you’ll adore this.

Yesterday they showed me this clean, sweet aroma in a lovely bottle with an exotic and suggestive name, featuring a predominantly fruity scent. I couldn’t find the promised bamboo or floral notes, but it is a fruity and gourmand fragrance that suits informal occasions well. It’s not very original, but it is youthful and soft. The trail is fresh and moderate.

Sweet, successful, very long-lasting. I tested it first on blotter and kept that paper in my wallet; every time I opened it, the scent of Bamboo was perceptible. Highly recommended. Ideal for summer and spring. It leaves a trail, which I love.