Bright Crystal Absolu by Versace

The opening is refreshing; it made me think of a bath after a scorching day. I expected something very sweet and fruity at first spray, but here the surprises began. Within minutes a fresh floral is felt, slightly spiced, then a fruit that remains fresh. It gradually shifts towards a very pleasant sweet citrus. This perfume either has molecules that stick to the nasal passages or good projection, or both; it’s good, but it can be invasive, so beware of over-applying. It’s sophisticated; you feel like you’re wearing a designer brand. It’s a pink ‘miss’ perfume, but it has personality; it’s not just for you, it can accompany you well at events, such as a daytime wedding guest. The heart reminded me of Moschino’s Pink Fresh. Towards the end it’s a herbal-menthol trail. I was pleasantly surprised; I expected something innocent and weak, much sweeter. The longevity isn’t a beast, but it’s average; it won’t disappear as soon as many in its class.

Fruity opening; on my skin the pomegranate is very noticeable: juicy, slightly acidic but sweet. It’s also aquatic, fresh and floral. I feel it cold, aquatic, slightly sour and sweet at the same time upon application (a sweet fruit, not cloying), and within minutes the florals become noticeable. I imagine a pitcher of pomegranate juice with lots of ice. It’s not elegant but it’s sophisticated, refined, very feminine and super girly. It has brought me many compliments. On clothes it lasts over 12 hours, on skin 6 to 8, and it has good sillage.

What a sophisticated piece from Versace… It is by far the best of the Crystals. You can tell the difference when compared to Crystal Noir EDT. It’s feminine, fresh, seductive, appealing and clean (but without that cleaner scent), sexy yet reserved. It’s not quite a masterpiece or something unusual in perfumery, but among designer scents it stands alongside overrated niche pieces like Ex Nihilo’s Fleur Narcotique. If you’re looking for a feminine, fresh and uncomplicated fragrance, it’s a good option.

On my skin it’s totally sweet; the raspberry stands out hugely alongside the amber. It’s quite heavy, so be careful with the amount of application. Ideal for spring-summer, casual for outings with friends or your partner; I don’t see it for formal evening wear, but its sillage and longevity are very good. My partner loved it; even at night while sleeping I could still smell it; I applied it at 9 am on clothes and the scent stayed until I washed it.

I like it very much; it’s not one of my favourites, but people always praise the scent when I wear it, and that I love. It smells like pomegranate with raspberries but very fresh; it makes you feel clean, feminine and youthful. It’s not expensive and lasts many hours. I recommend it without a doubt. It’s very similar to Jimmy Choo Blossom; the difference is that this Versace Bright Absolu lasts much longer.

I bought it blindly following recommendations from girls on YouTube. I tried the EDT and found it sweet, fruity, and youthful, but the Absolú smells very alcoholic at first; once it dries down, it’s nice but a common scent. The notes are floral and musky. It’s not bad, it’s rich but very popular. I found the EDT more original, perhaps due to the Kenzo Amour underneath.

It has a slightly artificial touch, but I adore it. It brings me joy and a good mood, reminding me of the first days of spring warmth. It’s floral, feminine, and sweet, with a watery note that softens the sweetness. I find it youthful, ideal for spring and summer (not too hot, as it can become heavy). I bought it blindly and have no regrets.

Versace Bright Crystal is one of my favourites, but it doesn’t last on me. When I discovered the new ‘Absolu’, I bought it without hesitation: enjoying my favourite fragrance with better longevity is a wonder. Although it’s lovely, it makes me nervous and I can’t wear it. I’ll stick with the Bright Crystal EDT.

While the notes are exquisite, the result is incredibly flat. If I had to define it in one word, it would be ‘mist’ rather than perfume. I sought it out for the peony and raspberry, but truth be told, it fails to deliver. For me, it’s not worth it; it’s a wasted day of fragrance.

I bought it blindly expecting it to be potent, but it’s very weak and I can’t smell it after two hours. It’s fresh and fruity, but smells like a childish cologne. It’s not extraordinary and seems more suited for a teenager. I’ll use it with a moisturiser to help it last longer.

Although I like the scent, applying it to my skin gives me nausea and makes me dizzy with just one drop. It turns citrus-aquatic and becomes very intrusive. I bought it blindly in 90ml and have no idea how I’ll finish it. I don’t recommend buying without testing first.

What a gorgeous perfume; it’s feminine and sweet but balanced with the florals. My boyfriend loves it and when I wear it, I feel like a pretty little girl. The other day I put it on the back of my neck and the scent lasted for days, even after showering.

I tried it in a store by chance after reading a review. It smells fresh and floral, ideal for the office during the day. However, I didn’t buy it and won’t return to it: it’s too expensive for the longevity. It barely lasted three hours on my skin.

I bought it blindly and didn’t like it. On my skin, the citrus and floral notes dominate, with zero raspberry. I prefer sweet perfumes, not acidic ones; it smells to me like a newly paid-up lady.

I absolutely love it; it’s rich and lasts quite a while. People praise me when I wear it and it lifts my mood. It smells fresh, like straight out of the shower, and has excellent longevity.