Sicily by Mancera

I was really excited about this perfume, and while it’s not bad, it didn’t meet my expectations. The quality and longevity are top-notch, but I was disappointed by how feminine it is; I was hoping for something unisex and more neutral, suitable for any age or gender. From the first spray, it smells like very feminine perfumes, so it works well for a woman with an elegant, fresh touch, although it feels a bit generic, like something I’ve smelled before. A friend gave it exactly that ‘lady’s perfume’ vibe. However, the longevity and projection are excellent, making it ideal for hot weather.

It’s a beast. At first, it smells synthetic, but the quality is immediately noticeable. Then, on my skin, it explodes into apricot, lemon, and apple – perfect for the heat and lasts forever. I was looking for something like this for summer; it’s very similar to Guerlain’s Granate de Pera, but this one is more citrusy and less sweet.

I was gifted this a while ago, and it’s pure poison. A mix of lemon and apricot that sticks hard. It’s more synthetic than a Blade Runner dupe.

With Sicily, Mancera surpasses its own creations and others in its style from Montale, especially considering its purpose. Although I haven’t been to Sicily, the scent doesn’t conjure that image for me; it has a citrus opening with very evident fruity traces that quickly dominate. I perceive a sweet Clementine mandarin, like the California Clémentine from Atelier Cologne, and a peach more akin to a nectarine. The pineapple, in the style of Cedrat, is present but soft, not strident, with that characteristic sweetness that lingers until only a few flowers are noticeable. The fruit dominates from start to finish; in the dry-down, the fruit becomes creamy, while the unlisted musk and amber simply add creaminess and extend the longevity without being noticeable. The woody notes are completely absent. It’s a bright, fruity, and slightly sweet perfume, with a mild bitterness typical of the fruit. It’s cheerful and fun, linear most of the time. The performance is excellent; with the magnetic cap, the longevity is outstanding and the projection is moderate, enough to remind you that you’re wearing perfume. It’s not cloying or heavy. It’s clearly aimed at warm climates; in extreme heat, it doesn’t overwhelm me but rather refreshes me. Although it feels a bit more feminine than masculine within its unisex nature, I wear it with pleasure and will use it this summer. I was surprised because I expected something more like Mancera’s Wild Fruits or Montale’s Soleil di Capri, but it’s less citrusy and bitter, more sweet and fruity. I consider it a hit to have chosen it blind. It’s not the most natural, but it’s not bad at all. Of course, you have to like the fruity-citrus-musky segment, and although it leans slightly feminine, it’s casual, effortless, and perfect when you don’t know what to wear. It’s certainly in a high position in my tests for this house, although with some others I’ve taken a battering. For the price, it’s not a big deal, and I think there are better, more affordable options.

Today, with 34 degrees in Málaga, I tried Sicily. It’s my first time wearing it and the opening has given me tremendous joy. It reminded me of my childhood at the beach, opening those famous lime and lemon calipos. It’s a youthful perfume that lifts your mood to the rafters and gives a sense of freshness. Its longevity is quite good for a citrus, and the sillage is high during the first hour.

Today, with 34 degrees in Málaga, I put on Sicily and its opening gave me tremendous joy. It reminds me of my childhood at the beach opening the famous lime and lemon calipos. It’s a jovial perfume that lifts your mood to the rafters and gives a sensation of freshness. Its longevity is quite good for a citrus, and its trail is high during the first hour.

Does anyone know if it’s similar to Cacharel’s Eau d’Eden?

It’s a super rich fragrance, like citrus with sugar if such a thing exists. It’s bitter and sweet at the same time. It throws out a blast of citrus wrapped in something sweet without being cloying. I adore it; it lasts for hours and eventually reveals floral notes, though I perceive it as citrusy-fruity. It’s adorable for the heat, but I’ve worn it in the cold too, and it stands out because the sweet touch keeps it from feeling as icy as other citrus scents.

Although it reminds me of a shampoo… I love it.

I bought the decant and fell in love with it the moment I smelled it; it’s the best citrus I’ve tried. Notes of grapefruit, jasmine, and Mancera’s typical musk are very prominent. It’s summery, fresh, and energising, like a summer morning. I ended up buying the 120 ml bottle.

Someone gifted me a decant of about 2 ml and I’m delighted. It’s delicious, fruity, and on my skin it becomes very sweet. I’ll definitely buy a 30 ml partial to keep enjoying it.

The opening is fruity, fresh, and citrusy: oranges, lemon, and a hint of apple. However, it doesn’t last long and eventually just leaves a lemon scent. I need to test it more, but for now, this is my opinion.