Ciara

16 reseñas

Mostrando las más recientes primero.

• Smarcucci

  June 19, 2013

  

  My youth years. Sweet, strong, and unforgettable. Leaves a mark.

• azuriiita

  June 10, 2014

  

  In Venezuela it has a faithful following. It’s relatively inexpensive, intense, long-lasting, and considered very sensual, even afrodisiac; I remember a friend’s aunt recommended it a lot for seduction. Personally, I acknowledge it attracts attention (impossible not to perceive its intoxicating blend of leather, opoponax, and jasmine, wrapped in a vaporous scent of lily root intertwined with ylang-ylang), but I don’t love it. To my nose and taste, it has something sordid (I’m sorry). I irreducibly associate it with women with dark hair, very pale or light brown skin, provocative clothing and gaze, to whom CIARA seems to fit perfectly, giving them an extra of ‘confidence’ in their attractiveness.

• anitarosal

  June 17, 2014

  

  I bought it blindly because it never came out in Mexico, it was a good price online, and I was encouraged by good reviews. I agree with azuriita that it is intense, but although I like strong, classic perfumes, the bombs of the 80s and 90s, and many that are no longer used or considered ‘stuffy’, this really doesn’t like me, doesn’t convince me, and I don’t find it seductive. I think it doesn’t suit my skin; I feel it very synthetic, stuffy, with a middle note I dislike and associate with antifungal ointments and bad foot odour (undecylenic acid or zinc salicylate). I know it is still appreciated by some, but I definitely haven’t had a good understanding with it. As I don’t plan to use it, I will add it to my exchange list.

• raymar05

  June 22, 2014

  

  The best feminine fragrance I have ever encountered; I always gift it to those I love. There is nothing to compare it to, but beware: it is potent and projects strongly. Never overlayer or you will be overwhelmed; balance is key. Many more expensive perfumes don’t reach its ankles. Ideal for adult women in their thirties, not for little girls or for use at the gym. It is more executive, very sweet, and leaves your presence everywhere. A good fragrance makes you feel liked and present; believe me, this announces your arrival. It is unforgettable.

• anitarosal

  June 29, 2014

  

  I bought it blindly because it never came to Mexico, it was a good price online, and I was encouraged by the good reviews. I agree with azuriita that it’s intense, but although I like strong perfumes, classics, 80s and 90s bombs, and many that are no longer used or considered ‘stuffy’, this really doesn’t like it, doesn’t convince me, and I don’t find it seductive. I think it doesn’t suit my skin; I feel it’s very synthetic, stuffy, with a middle note I dislike that I associate with antifungal ointments and bad foot smell (undecylenic acid or zinc salicylate). I know it’s still highly appreciated, but I definitely haven’t had a good understanding with it and since I don’t plan to use it, I’ll add it to my exchange list.

• charlotinable

  August 30, 2016

  

  I take such good care of it because it’s no longer easily available. It’s radiant, seductive, and enveloping; it announces itself and is never overlooked due to its character and powerful, beastly sillage with extreme longevity and fixation. Nothing suitable for shy people or those who don’t appreciate this olfactory delicacy. It’s only for cold times or fresh nights after rain, never in hot weather because it would be unbearable. A vintage perfumery jewel.

• mora

  October 17, 2017

  

  I was very curious and a few days ago I was gifted a sample. Although I definitely wouldn’t wear it, I consider that in its time it could have caused love-hate and fury. It’s a scent with an overwhelming presence, opulent and full of contrast. At first, it explodes with that strong, acidic, and intense neroli with lots of bergamot; within minutes it softens and the contrast emerges: sweet but acidic, raspberries with a touch of ylang-ylang, sweet opoponax, leather, and intense incense. To my taste, it’s an animalic explosion with an overwhelming projection, too mature, perfectly unisex, and with incredible longevity, as a single spray invades a room.

• Eugenio444

  February 5, 2019

  

  Although some may doubt it, you can feel the raspberry. That sweet-and-sour essence helps create an exquisite balance. I agree that the best time is at night, even better if it’s winter. It smells very good. Is it for seduction? It depends on how the woman or man uses it; tastes are colours. What I do say is that CIARA is a fragrance dream. It was very popular here in Puerto Rico in the 80s and 90s.

• julijmateus

  January 2, 2022

  

  I must admit this perfume made me sin by mistake. I love vintage and bought it as a gift (big mistake). Although it’s a classic with excellent references and has personality, it doesn’t fit the name. CIARA is not for princesses or gourmand girls; it’s strong and overwhelming, requiring discreet use to admire its sweet notes like bergamot and raspberry. It’s a marked blend of leather, opoponax, and musk that resembles a vanilla-musk, a unisex trend. For evening wear or cold weather. It’s not exactly a seduction weapon, but it attracts attention. Fragrance 7/10, Presentation 5/10, Longevity 7/10, Sillage 8/10. Would I buy it again? Probably NO.

• Dodo

  April 18, 2023

  

  I’m a man and I recently acquired it thinking it was unisex, and indeed it is. The first impressions were that it seemed like Joop Homme mixed with clean white soap and something balsamic, even recalling nuances of Grey Flannel. It’s a bomb in terms of projection and longevity; I think these 70 ml will last me a very long time.

• Aka

  July 13, 2023

  

  On to another vintage/retro scent. Neither my mother nor my grandmother wore it; I didn’t grow up with this smell. I bought it blindly and it opens with a slap from another decade. On me, it settles down quickly and I prefer the dry down. It has a soapy quality, typical of the old days, though I notice it less in CIARA than in others. I can’t discern specific notes, so I don’t know how to describe it. It’s an example of an era when perfumes smelled ‘per se’, without defined notes like today. They say that’s what makes a good perfume: longevity and projection, without overdoing the sprays. I won’t say if it’s good or not; it’s vintage for a reason and won’t suit everyone. I use it at home or when I know I won’t interact much; my family hasn’t complained. If I perfumed myself with pine floor cleaner, they wouldn’t say anything either. Apart from anosmics, they’re used to my experiments. Even the dogs don’t sneeze when I pass. It’s not for going to the supermarket or without making an effort, where it would scream ‘cheap’. But in formal situations, I can see and smell it. You smell exclusive. An interesting and different option. One reviewer said layering it with sweet aromas updated it. I tried, although I’m not an expert. Yes, it produces interesting things (don’t try it with citrus, it seemed insecticidal to me). I still prefer it as is. If you bought it blindly and don’t like it, it’s still a good option to experiment with. A great find at a ridiculous price. Worth it if you’re interested in vintage or want the challenge of finding the raspberry.

• Aka

  July 30, 2023

  

  On to another vintage/retro scent. Neither my mother nor my grandmother wore it; I didn’t grow up with that smell. I bought it blindly and it opens with a slap from another decade. On my skin, it calms down quickly and dries to a finish I prefer. It has a soapy quality, typical of the old days, though perhaps I notice it less in Ciara than in others. I can’t discern any specific note (raspberry? where?), so it’s hard to describe. A perfect example of an era when perfumes were a smell ‘per se’, without defined notes like today. Experts say that is what characterises a good perfume: longevity and projection. Don’t get excited about the sprays. I won’t go into whether it’s good or not… Vintage it is for a while, clearly not everyone will like it. I use it at home or when I know I won’t interact much; my family hasn’t complained. If I perfumed myself with pine-scented floor cleaner, they wouldn’t say anything. Apart from the semi-anosmics, they are used to my olfactory experiments. The dogs don’t sneeze at my passing, although they do with other perfumes. No joke. I don’t see it as informal for going to the supermarket or without making an effort; there I would hear ‘cheap’ in the bad sense. In formal situations, I can wear or smell it. You will smell exclusive, for good or ill, and I think for good. One reviewer suggested layering with sweet scents to modernise it. I tried, although I know I don’t master that art. Yes, interesting things come out. (Don’t try it with citrus, I did and it seemed insecticide). I still prefer it as is. If you bought it blindly and don’t like it, it might still be a good option to play with. A great find at a ridiculous price. Worth it if you are interested in vintage or want to expand your experiences. Or as a challenge: try to find the raspberry.

• TaliaMO

  September 7, 2023

  

  I don’t like it at all, too masculine and heavy for me. It was a gift and I have only used it once. For those who like vintage and woody, mature scents, it will suit them well, but it reminds me of my grandmother and even my mother, so it is not for me.

• TaliaMO

  September 7, 2023

  

  I dislike it entirely; it’s too masculine and heavy. It was a gift and I used it once. For those who like vintage, woody, and mature scents, it suits them well, but to me it reminds me of my grandmother and my mother, so it’s not for me.

• rodrigo1995

  May 1, 2024

  

  I bought the EDT last year and it’s still a beast. It opens with a balsamic and citrus bomb that gives a refreshing hit, but within minutes it becomes crisp, almost sweet, like eating a smoked raspberry. As it dries down, it smells like a hippie incense shop, type Nag Champa, cosy and peaceful. The jasmine is soapy and the dry down is smoky with a hint of raspberry and that powdery pink makeup finish. It’s mysterious, retro, and distinct from aldehyde-heavy florals. CIARA is for a coquettish but strong woman, nothing soft. It cuts through cigarette smoke and smells unique. I imagine a stylish African American woman in New York, her crystal ball dancing to ‘Im your Boogieman’. CIARA makes her coquettish. I know there are higher concentrations, but this one is already potent. Would I buy it? Absolutely. CIARA, you are beautiful.

• rodrigo1995

  May 7, 2024

  

  I bought the EDT concentration last September and have had the opportunity to try it several times. At first, it is a balsamic bomb with citrus that gives freshness. After a few minutes, it becomes crisp, with a sweet taste on the palate that I perceive as smoked raspberry, reminiscent of vintage Revlon lipsticks. On dry down, a smoky note, like a hippie shop of incense like Nag Champa, a welcoming and peaceful aroma. A soapy jasmine of cone incense is perceived. The final dry down, after hours, leaves a smoky raspberry, talc-like, but think of that makeup talc, a pink blush. It seems mysterious, very retro but different from floral scents loaded with aldehydes. CIARA is different. I see it for a coquettish but strong woman, not tender or innocent. It is an aroma for someone with a marked personality. It resists tobacco smoke and is pleasant because it is unique. I imagine it on a stylish, cool African American woman from New York, proud of her afro hair, who goes to the disco on Saturday nights with a large crystal ball in the centre, dancing ‘Im your Boogieman’ by KC. CIARA does her magic, making her coquettish. I know there are different concentrations, but my EDT is potent. The 100% or 80% ones must be total bombs. Would I buy them? Of course. CIARA, you are beautiful.