Far Away by Avon

It’s a bouquet of sweet white flowers with a background of violet vanilla and talc. It seems elegant and lovely; the floral and sweet notes are balanced without being invasive. I think it’s suitable for any time of day or night.

I’m not fascinated by it. I had it a long time ago; my mum used it a lot. Last week someone gifted me one and I decided to give it a chance. It’s strong, sometimes invasive, but well… wearing it takes me out of my olfactive comfort zone.

Horrible; I don’t know how people use it in 2024.

I bought it in ’94 and it was different from those of that era; everyone was using Escape by CK. It’s exquisite, long-lasting, potent but not overwhelming, addictive. An unforgettable and unmistakable fragrance. I never noticed the coconut; for me it’s powdery vanilla with violet, with the subtlety of amber and rose.

Good heavens… seeing this unlocked a memory. Far Away, my god… Has anyone in their life never owned it? I can’t believe it. Right, I’ll get to the point. It’s something I wouldn’t buy today or wear now, but with my 15-year-old self, yes. I confess I drenched myself in Far Away and overwhelmed everyone around me, yes, and I don’t regret it 🧐 Today it’s far from the scents I seek, but this proves we evolve and change in every stage. Hey! It was so cheap and lasted in a certain way; if you didn’t rub it well in the shower, it wouldn’t go away. What about its sillage? Shall we talk about its sillage? That knocks someone out with a sensitive sense of smell when opening the door. And look at me… Now I’m discreet, seeking delicate aromas. Before, soaked in Far Away, it was noticeable that I had arrived? Now, joking aside, it’s a high-performance, intense and sweet perfume… I loved it back then. It brings fun memories thinking about this bottle; I can smell it without having it 😜☺️

There are hidden gems at Avon, and this is one of them. It was a gift, and it’s elegant, long-lasting, and leaves a lovely trail. The vanilla stands out most; it’s not gourmand at all, more like powdered vanilla with sandalwood. The violet makes its presence felt without being loud, helping the blend. It smells of makeup powder or lipstick, without iris. It’s beautiful for autumn evenings, addictive, and has good staying power. It lasts on clothes for over a week due to the quality. You must try it because, although sweet, it has that vintage accord. Highly recommended and it generates compliments.

A fragrance I knew as a girl in the 90s or early 2000s. I loved it when I smelled it on someone else. I bought it and was happy until one day, with a headache, I couldn’t tolerate it. From then on, I got that thing where smelling it overwhelms me. Quite sweet and a bit generic.

I don’t smell any coconut at all. I’ve looked for it, but no, I don’t perceive it. I smell the flowers, the osmanthus, and the dry down. The opening has just the ylang-ylang with the peach. I’m fascinated by it. It makes me feel elegantly good.

Out of three Avon perfumes I’ve bought in my whole life, only one didn’t smell of an older lady. This purchase wasn’t even worth it. Another gift for my mother who likes perfumes like these.

I used to wear this fragrance and I’ve bought it for two reasons: I like it and it reminds me of her; I love it. It never goes out of fashion for my nose.

It is an Avon classic that I have loved since I first tried it; I started wearing it at 25 and I believe it is a matter of taste, sometimes I really enjoy the classics. It has excellent longevity and is super powdery—I love it.

I tried it before in deodorant and cologne form and found it exquisite. Now I am thinking of buying the perfume, although some say it smells like the classic Natura Kriska (which I do not like); I find it powdery but a very strong powder that makes little sense to my nose, quite the opposite of Far Away. I remember it with a rich aroma, wanting to smell it all day.

I bought Avon Far Away in travel size and my first impression was so bad I was glad I did not buy the 50ml version; it has a powerful spicy opening, like cloves, but quickly turns powdery and floral, so delicious, smelling of expensive makeup and giant tulle powder. I was surprised by that transition into an elegant, vanilla, white gardenia and karú flower scent, powdery, classic, with the depth of ylang-ylang. It transported me to my childhood, to an elegant aunt’s perfume. I admit the base is very beautiful, although I do not smell the coconut. The first impression overwhelmed me, but two uses were enough to fall in love with it, and I love it more and more; I cannot stop smelling that beautiful dry-down. It is an misunderstood gem with longevity and sillage that any designer perfume would envy, and in terms of price, Avon is unbeatable for quality versus cost. If you can try it, give it a chance. Who will like it: lovers of classic and warm spicy perfumes.

Budget perfumes do not necessarily have lower quality; quite the opposite. Often you can find small olfactory gems at phenomenal prices. When it comes to good perfumes suitable for every budget, I cannot fail to mention Avon Far Away, incredible in terms of value for money. What makes it special? It is a vintage classic with a complex profile: sweet vanilla illuminated by white flowers and an oriental woody base. There is nostalgia, but in the sense of a true classic that brings the distant close. The surprising part is the sillage and persistence, which are very high. It starts sweet but not too much, with a scent of jasmine and peach. Two or three sprays are enough; the sillage is impressive; I love feeling the power of a fragrance that flows and floods everything without hesitation, something I miss in so many perfumes that cost 15 times more. I would like a male version because this one is for gifting to a lady and eating it literally with kisses. The magic is not just power, but also balance; the powdery part is sweetened with vanilla and coconut without becoming sugary. Pleasant are the fresh notes of peach with the exotic ones of coconut, and the elegant base with amber and woody nuances. Girls, do not look at the name or the cost; approach this heavy floral fragrance with incredible sillage without prejudice; a beautiful blend of jasmine, vanilla, peach, and orange flower with a warmth that will leave you speechless. A hidden gem, a true gift at this price.

Avon Far Away. This review is about my bottle which is eight years old, so I have not tried the current version. Nor is it confirmed that it has been reformulated much; the current version looks like it will remain a beast. Peach is the king in the opening, a powdery peach that at first reminded me a lot of Lancôme’s Tresor, although that memory fades quickly. The opening also goes very high on coconut and ylang-ylang, giving it that characteristic beach bronzer aroma. One might think it would stay there, but with time it changes to become a scent where vanilla, sandalwood, and ylang-ylang predominate from start to finish. The last hours are a wonderful, extremely powdery, creamy, and dense as butter (8 hours after application). Longevity is very important; it does not drop below 12 solid hours, plus it has a minimum 6-hour projection and a brutal sillage that announces your arrival. Usable only in cold weather; in summer it could exterminate the staff. I find it more bearable in the afternoon and evening; I avoid it during the day because it can be too much. I do not see it as unisex at all; it seems very much a woman’s scent to me. I have used it a couple of times and have not received bad comments, but it is true that I do not feel comfortable with it. If you want to see more related content, visit my YouTube channel: Perfúmate Con JL.