Zeus by Kelsey Berwin

The scent may appeal to everyone, but the performance is in a league of its own: it is not a bomb, but it projects much more and lasts longer than any other in this style. It smells delightful: fresh, fruity and modern, very youthful and versatile. It has similarities with Bleu de Chanel, but it is not a clone, nor is it Invictus, although it shares some notes. At this price and with this scent, you can buy it blind. At work, people have already asked me about it, which happens rarely with my fragrances. It is not my absolute favourite, but when it runs out, I will be back for it. At this price, it is an excellent fragrance with above-average performance. Worth it.

Hello! This is a fragrance by the brand Kelsey Berwin one of the budget options I’m exploring and so far it hasn’t left a bad taste in my mouth. Zeus fits into the ‘blue fragrance’ category and is often compared to two giants of the genre: Bleu de Chanel and Invictus. At first it smells a bit like dishwasher detergent something repulsive but it lasts only seconds. It quickly transforms into a very pleasant fresh and modern masculine scent. It’s very linear; it smells of apple and lavender but a cold artificial lavender nothing like the classic soapy kind. There’s a strong menthol sensation and an ozonic touch from that cold lavender. It lasts about 7 hours with a good trail for the first hour then drops to a metre for another two hours. In short it’s very cheap (around £15) suitable for everyone and any occasion although it shines more in spring and summer. It might just be the ‘blue fragrance’ with the best quality-to-price ratio. If you’d like to see more reviews photos and so on check out my Instagram and YouTube: Instagram = JL_Perfumado YouTube = Perfúmate Con JL.

I picked it up for €16 because Kelsey Berwin has a reputation for good performance and it did not disappoint. It is Invictus, full stop, but with a slightly more mature touch and less aggression in the aquatic notes; those who know the subject will notice this. On my skin it has lasted 12 hours and is still there. Projection is its weak point, good for the first hour and a half, then it becomes discreet. Scent: 8.5, Projection: 7, Longevity: 8.5, Compliments: 8, Versatility: 8, Price: 9. Totally recommended, impeccable value for money.

Zeus has something that leaves you contemplative and stupefied. After spending my second summer with this fragrance I admit it has something that hooks me but also makes me sad. I don’t know if it’s its spicy touches or its warm dry-down but it’s so charming and homely that it makes me feel nostalgic. The opening is pure glory. Basically it’s a classic fresh and masculine scent of cold lavender very much in the line of Bleu de Chanel with a light chic and modern touch. It adds a menthol breeze that gives it that magical summery and extraordinarily balsamic twist. It’s like mixing a cough drop with a strawberry chew and a clump of herbs. The combination is very well executed. It’s fairly linear with moderate but notable projection and a longevity that is hard to find nowadays. It’s very versatile suitable for any age and attire but with an undeniable preference for warm temperatures. To this is added that it’s very easy to find and reasonably priced. For me it’s as good as Hawas by Rasasi. Or even better because where Hawas smashes Zeus caresses and is easier to wear. Endearing and honest.

It’s a Bleu de Chanel with a touch of Paco Rabanne’s Invictus. A very pleasant scent for summer day or night doesn’t matter. Price around $30.