Thank you! I appreciate that. Watching some other larger channels myself, a lot of the intros and self-advertisements became unbearable. I've been collecting for 20 years and had a few girlfriends that worked in the industry giving me an inside view on how many of these companies do business. I felt I had an advantage even over larger, more established channels and have grown quickly this year. Thanks for the support!
I just found your channel and I am glad I did. Your review of AMOUAGE JULBILATION 40 is superb. I subscribed to your channel and I plan on watching your older videos & all your future content.
Appreciate ya! Quite a few reviewers already have it as the best fragrance release of 2023. I personally love how it keeps the same opening vibe as Jubilation XXV with more wood, ambergris/gourmand notes and overall depth as an exceptional extrait would suggest. Despite the awful packaging, Jubilation 40 is amazing to me!
Hey Mate I am in the US for the holidays. I agree with you about the packaging and care when you order direct! You pay good money and you expect the quality to be higher than buying from retail! I bought from Xerjoff and the package was amazing! Great review as always! ❤
Hope you enjoy your time here! And yes, it’s disappointing when you receive something like that packaged so care free, I have private sellers on eBay that send fragrances with way more care and pride than I got directly from Amouage and that should not be the case. I have a few from Xerjoff I will be buying next year such as Uden, Luxor, 1888 and a few more that would fit in with my collection! Can’t wait!!
@@universalfragrance Thank you 😊! I love Uden and 1888. I am heading to Neiman Marcus on the weekend so hope they have Luxor. Look forward to your next review. 👊🫶😊
Oh man; I could get into way too much trouble in those stores! Thankfully I live in a rural area and don't have any around me anymore compared to when I used to live in Miami. Quicker and even less expensive/ time consuming for me to order samples online now instead of driving 😂😂@@mike_smR
@@universalfragrance its awesome to be close to the stores, we have a great fragrance community in Melbourne (Aus) and we catchup at my mates store. But it also means you spend more money than you want🤣😂. So totally agree with you on that. My friend who runs one of the store has to cut me off and send me home so my mrs doesn’t have a go at me!! Hahhahah..
Never thought about it but when royal tobacco was new I had to order direct from them and it was also a thin slightly punished box & an apology for not having any samples upon submitting the order
That is sad for a multi-Million dollar company. Sorry for your experience, seems like I was certainly not alone in this at all 😂. They can do much better....
Sorry to hear about the disappointing experience... but thanks for saving me some dough. And btw. Why is Amouage resting on past laurels, pushing extraits of old frags and rebottled frags... don't they have any NEW ideas?? Actually if the new ideas are like Meander and Ashore, keep milking the old ones instead...
I agree! The packaging was very disappointing but thankfully the fragrance itself was what I had been expecting; still not worth the $500 IMO. The only new Amoauge fragrances I have tired that I liked from the post Chong era is Boundless and Silver Oud/Royal Tobacco by the famous Cecile Zarokian. Pretty sure both of those were after he left anyway. I wish they would do all of their old Chong era fragrances in extrait versions; I would love an Overture 50 or a Fate man/Epic man 60. Like you said it would be better and more collectable than most of the new stuff they are putting out 100%
In a few months this will probably cost around $296 on the grey. I never bought the original because I got an 8ml travel spray and found the performance of that formulation atrocious. Smelled great but layed flat after 30 minutes.
Yes sir! I mentioned that in the video specifically for that reason and knew when I bought it at retail price it will be discounted. People who are not reviewers should just wait to purchase it discounted. Not sure how long ago you bought the original sample of Jubilation XXV but mine in the black and gold box smells the exact same with the same longevity as my first one many years ago in the white non-magnetic cap. Never tried the one in the newest packaging released so I cannot speak on that. Appreciate ya!
From the things I have heard King Blue smells like, whoever the driver of that truck was must be very unhappy if it broke inside the delivery vehicle! 😂😂
Seems I was not the only one to receive a direct package from Amouage this way, very sad for a $500 fragrance and multi-million dollar company to do that. I wonder if other reviewers who were sent this fragrance for free will even talk about this; perhaps they got it packed special just for them 😉. I did not tell Amouage I was reviewing it for RUclips and I am glad I did not knowing what transpired. I want to review King Blue more now if it is really that bad haha!!@@razvanyke
Couple of the grey discounters i buy amouage (and others) from, they pack them so respectfully and so protectively (double wrapped with a ton of clean wrapping tissue paper with a secondary bubble bag around each frag bottle box, all packed with care. I dont expect it from them bc they sell the frags for cheap. But still so respectful of the buyer. One of them also include a thank you note each time. Im shocked Amouage ships them like this for their products. Im sorry to see this.
Hi thanks for an honest review,,,,, how olds your bottle of xxv? I’m considering purchasing it for Christmas but some ppl were voicing concerns about longevity,,,,,,,, Thanks again. 🏴👍🏻
I would get a new sample to be absolutely sure! I have not smelled the newest packaging personally of Jubilation XXV, but the newest packaging of Overture and Beach hut are essentially the same as my old samples that have been sitting for years. To me that's a good sign. What's funny is if Amouage stayed perfectly consistent with all the batches, people would be screaming bloody murder they are using synthetics to keep consistency! Sometimes a company just cannot win lol. The fragrance world is an odd place, I find it comical at times. Also, maceration does affect natural fragrances in a profound way, so it is not always prudent to compare a brand-new bottle to one that has been sitting in a well-kept environment for years on end, there will always be differences for that reason alone.
I have not tried J40 yet. I have heard other reviewers say that there is a slight element of tobacco along with the honey, even though it is nowhere mentioned in the notes. Packaging is disappointing, and more should be expected. I would not let that have any impact on what my nose tells me through the opening, heart, and dry down.
I could see how others may get a little bit of sweet tobacco! For me, it is more of a slightly sweet marine and Hazelnut note with Oud. As you stated, I did not let the nonchalant packing method effect how I reviewed the fragrance as the fragrance itself is beautiful and very well done! May be worth getting a sample if you love Jubilation XXV.
I've had both and to me there is no difference. The white plastic non-magnetic cap is an older version while the newer gold magnetic cap is newer. Either is a great choice!!
I said that in the comments as well. They are lucky to have Cecile, Bertrand, Karine and the other amazing perfumers. I have only enjoyed 3 Amouage fragrances since Chirstopher Chong left. Boundless, Royal tobacco and Silver oud were all Cecile Zarokian and Karines work!
@@universalfragrance Boundless smelled pretty good. I just thought It was a lil “Boring” for a Amouage. But thats just my opinion. Silver Oud is Fire, Royal Tobacco I haven’t tried yet.
A client of mine bought the new one after smelling my old one. Smells the exact same. The longevity and projection are the same as well although many are bringing up the dreaded and overused "reformulated" term. Considering it is one of the flagship fragrances from Amouage and Bertrand Duchaufour is still the perfumer; I doubt they let it slip. New bottle probably just needs to sit and macerate for a while for those quick to complain. I hope this helps 🍻
@@universalfragrance thanks. this has been my experience as well with fragrances of other houses. even with my BR540 EXT. I realize that people think the fragrances nowadays are weak, but I have had good results most of the time when i sprayed them around 10 sprays and let them sit for 2-3 months. They will all perform good at the end.
It's quite disappointing that you received an unsecured package from the official Amouage. When you purchase an Exceptional Extrait, you expect the service to match its exceptional nature, but unfortunately, it becomes unexceptional. I noticed some minor differences between the EDP and Extrait, and overall, they are pretty decent (I tried a sample). However, Reflection 45 stands out with a significant difference. I haven't had the chance to try Jubilation 40 yet. You've tried that one, could you share your rating on a scale of 1 to 10?
I agree on Reflection 45 vs the regular reflection man. It is still a slightly familiar, fresh and woody floral DNA but not even the same fragrance anymore when you look at all the rich notes they added; personally, I prefer it very much to the original. As for Jubilation XXV and that the Jubilation 40 extrait, I would rank them both around the same depending on the season/situation and I also may be biased because I love both. I would say summertime 9-10 for my version of Jubilation XXV in the black and gold box. The Jubilation 40 extrait I would rate a 9.5-10 during wintertime due to the strength and slight hazelnut gourmand notes with more woods, oud and ambergris. It's a fantastic fragrance and despite the careless way they packed such an incredibly expensive item, I cannot hold that against the liquid inside the bottle. I think as a fellow fan of Jubilation you will really enjoy it and find some diverse usage out of it, just maybe wait until it is discounted to purchase 😉
@@universalfragranceThe transformation in Reflection 45, thanks to the added rich notes, indeed sets it apart from the original. Your preference for it over the original reflects a discerning taste. However, the critique of the careless packaging for Jubilation 40 extrait raises valid concerns. Despite the pricey nature of the item, it's disheartening to hear about such oversight. Your suggestion to wait for a discount acknowledges the value proposition, emphasizing a savvy consumer approach. Your insights are invaluable for those navigating the fragrance landscape.
@@frian3099Appreciate that very much! I certainly do prefer Reflection 45 over the normal as it feels more like an Amouage with those added rich notes. How have you been enjoying your Silver Oud so far?! I wore it yesterday and always get compliments from its depth and funky sweet/earthy vibes!
@@universalfragrance Ah, Silver Oud has become my favorite this month, alongside Overture Man. The more I wear it, the more I appreciate the luxurious feel of this perfume. I now understand why it's considered expensive. Newcomers might misjudge it due to the dominant and thick smokiness at the beginning, but connoisseurs recognize its exclusivity as I continue to wear it. I find that I can't forget the Silver Oud scent even when wearing other, more mass-appealing and linear perfumes. It's as if my heart is saying, "I need the Silver Oud scent right now!" Similar to finishing a captivating book, I'm impressed with the ending of the whole olfactory journey, making me want to experience it again. Opus XIII Silver Oud tells a great story that resonates, fitting perfectly into the product category named "Opus Library Collection”.
Very well said! Silver Oud is an addicting and developmental scent but normally reserved for more experienced noses 100%. One of my favorites from the house!@@frian3099
That packaging is bad. But you should really ask them about the missing sample. That sounds unacceptable imo from a high-end niche brand. Otherwise great review! I think I’ll buy 25 instead of 40 unless I catch a great deal on 40.
They should really send me a few samples just for the inconvenience. I heard the new King Blue is awful; I just wanted to see how awful it really was so I could review it since sometimes I like those types of weird fragrances.😂
I tried a heavy spray test of this at my local Neiman Marcus last week. It was pretty strong at first, and very, very camphorous. The original scent was there, underneath somewhere, but it was so camphorous/medicinal at first that it turned me off a bit. Got better as it dried but it became a skin scent quickly. I love Reflection 45 and I think Epic 56 is nearly bottle worthy. Jubilation 40 isn't even in the conversation at grey market pricing, for me.
Thankfully I did not get those notes at all. More of a slight hazelnut gourmand with heavier Oud and Ambergris base with the same opening top notes as my original(s) of the XXV. As stated in the video, no fragrance is worth $500 retail, and this will certainly be available in the low $300s or less soon. They are making a killing off these fragrances and anyone who's in the business world knows there isn't even close to half that $500 put into the fragrance and packaging. Probably cost them around $100-150 total to make and ship if I had to guess. Appreciate your input!
@@universalfragrance I hear this a lot and I always think, "How much would a Monet be worth if you only considered the cost of the canvas and paint?" I really don't think adding up the cost of the oils used and the packaging is a fair reflection of what you are receiving. Just my opinion.
100%...It was not meant to be a reflection of what you are receiving, that value is always up to the individual consumer. I paid $500 and don't regret it since I am a reviewer and love the fragrance DNA personally. The fact remains they are making way too much profit to package such an expensive item in the embarrassing and elementary manner that they did. That is the point I was making 😉. This is also why you see them discounted by $200 in a few month's time. @@michaelnamikas8184
@universalfragrance I had a friend who is into fragrances ask me while cutting my hair if I had smelled it. I just responded with the word, and she replied in the affirmative with the word poop and then we each said the word poop at each other one more time. That's it, that's my whole review.
It’s a shame that the current in house creative director is more focused on leeching off Chong’s work. 4 years in and he still has no worthy creation to his name. What a shame!
Overall, you are correct but some of my favorites have come after he left such as Royal Tobacco, Silver Oud and Jubilation 40. I will say those should be credited specifically to the great perfumer's Cecile Zarokian and Bertrand Duchaufour and would have happened regardless of who was the creative director at the time. In short, I agree and am not a fan of alot of the newer releases such as Enclave, Meander etc
The smell of the packaging absolutely stunk my house out, I had to take it straight out to the recycling bin. Not sure what type of card board they are using but blimey, it smelt like pure chemicals 🤦♂️
It definitely did not feel normal and smelled a little odd. Mine was also very brittle and near falling apart all over. I was shocked at the condition of the box and how they packaged it inside. Just having a $500 fragrance bounce around with little to zero packing material or bubble wrap is an interesting shipping strategy 😂!
@universalfragrance For a house like Amouage it's such poor form. I picked up Jubilation 40, it was a 40th Birthday present to myself. Normally i would never blind buy a niche fragrance, but i just had to do it for Jubilation Extrait! 😆
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What I really like about your channel is that you go directly to the point, honest, short and direct reviews, and no bla bla like others. Keep going!
Thank you! I appreciate that. Watching some other larger channels myself, a lot of the intros and self-advertisements became unbearable. I've been collecting for 20 years and had a few girlfriends that worked in the industry giving me an inside view on how many of these companies do business. I felt I had an advantage even over larger, more established channels and have grown quickly this year. Thanks for the support!
I’m glad I got a first run jubi 40. I feel like it’ll age even better over the coming years
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I just found your channel and I am glad I did. Your review of AMOUAGE JULBILATION 40 is superb. I subscribed to your channel and I plan on watching your older videos & all your future content.
Appreciate ya! Quite a few reviewers already have it as the best fragrance release of 2023. I personally love how it keeps the same opening vibe as Jubilation XXV with more wood, ambergris/gourmand notes and overall depth as an exceptional extrait would suggest. Despite the awful packaging, Jubilation 40 is amazing to me!
Really appreciate your honest feedback!
Always!
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Kudos to you sir!!!
Always, appreciate ya!
Hey Mate I am in the US for the holidays. I agree with you about the packaging and care when you order direct! You pay good money and you expect the quality to be higher than buying from retail! I bought from Xerjoff and the package was amazing! Great review as always! ❤
Hope you enjoy your time here! And yes, it’s disappointing when you receive something like that packaged so care free, I have private sellers on eBay that send fragrances with way more care and pride than I got directly from Amouage and that should not be the case. I have a few from Xerjoff I will be buying next year such as Uden, Luxor, 1888 and a few more that would fit in with my collection! Can’t wait!!
@@universalfragrance Thank you 😊! I love Uden and 1888. I am heading to Neiman Marcus on the weekend so hope they have Luxor. Look forward to your next review. 👊🫶😊
Oh man; I could get into way too much trouble in those stores! Thankfully I live in a rural area and don't have any around me anymore compared to when I used to live in Miami. Quicker and even less expensive/ time consuming for me to order samples online now instead of driving 😂😂@@mike_smR
@@universalfragrance its awesome to be close to the stores, we have a great fragrance community in Melbourne (Aus) and we catchup at my mates store. But it also means you spend more money than you want🤣😂. So totally agree with you on that. My friend who runs one of the store has to cut me off and send me home so my mrs doesn’t have a go at me!! Hahhahah..
@@mike_smRThat is awesome 😂!! I know that feeling for sure
Never thought about it but when royal tobacco was new I had to order direct from them and it was also a thin slightly punished box & an apology for not having any samples upon submitting the order
That is sad for a multi-Million dollar company. Sorry for your experience, seems like I was certainly not alone in this at all 😂. They can do much better....
Sorry to hear about the disappointing experience... but thanks for saving me some dough. And btw. Why is Amouage resting on past laurels, pushing extraits of old frags and rebottled frags... don't they have any NEW ideas?? Actually if the new ideas are like Meander and Ashore, keep milking the old ones instead...
I agree! The packaging was very disappointing but thankfully the fragrance itself was what I had been expecting; still not worth the $500 IMO. The only new Amoauge fragrances I have tired that I liked from the post Chong era is Boundless and Silver Oud/Royal Tobacco by the famous Cecile Zarokian. Pretty sure both of those were after he left anyway. I wish they would do all of their old Chong era fragrances in extrait versions; I would love an Overture 50 or a Fate man/Epic man 60. Like you said it would be better and more collectable than most of the new stuff they are putting out 100%
if i can only pick one between reflection 45 and jubilation 40, which would you pick? thx
In a few months this will probably cost around $296 on the grey. I never bought the original because I got an 8ml travel spray and found the performance of that formulation atrocious. Smelled great but layed flat after 30 minutes.
Yes sir! I mentioned that in the video specifically for that reason and knew when I bought it at retail price it will be discounted. People who are not reviewers should just wait to purchase it discounted. Not sure how long ago you bought the original sample of Jubilation XXV but mine in the black and gold box smells the exact same with the same longevity as my first one many years ago in the white non-magnetic cap. Never tried the one in the newest packaging released so I cannot speak on that. Appreciate ya!
Nice video, man ! That is a broken box right there and I guess your Royal Blue sample just fell somewhere in transit :(. Take care !
From the things I have heard King Blue smells like, whoever the driver of that truck was must be very unhappy if it broke inside the delivery vehicle! 😂😂
@@universalfragrance smells like sh**t :))) But some people say it's good, don't know why. I also have a video for Jubi 40, packed without any care.
Seems I was not the only one to receive a direct package from Amouage this way, very sad for a $500 fragrance and multi-million dollar company to do that. I wonder if other reviewers who were sent this fragrance for free will even talk about this; perhaps they got it packed special just for them 😉. I did not tell Amouage I was reviewing it for RUclips and I am glad I did not knowing what transpired. I want to review King Blue more now if it is really that bad haha!!@@razvanyke
Couple of the grey discounters i buy amouage (and others) from, they pack them so respectfully and so protectively (double wrapped with a ton of clean wrapping tissue paper with a secondary bubble bag around each frag bottle box, all packed with care. I dont expect it from them bc they sell the frags for cheap. But still so respectful of the buyer. One of them also include a thank you note each time. Im shocked Amouage ships them like this for their products. Im sorry to see this.
It was wild to see from a direct purchase. Joma shop does a better job packing their products by far compared to Amouage direct, very sad.
Hi thanks for an honest review,,,,, how olds your bottle of xxv? I’m considering purchasing it for Christmas but some ppl were voicing concerns about longevity,,,,,,,,
Thanks again. 🏴👍🏻
I would get a new sample to be absolutely sure! I have not smelled the newest packaging personally of Jubilation XXV, but the newest packaging of Overture and Beach hut are essentially the same as my old samples that have been sitting for years. To me that's a good sign. What's funny is if Amouage stayed perfectly consistent with all the batches, people would be screaming bloody murder they are using synthetics to keep consistency! Sometimes a company just cannot win lol. The fragrance world is an odd place, I find it comical at times. Also, maceration does affect natural fragrances in a profound way, so it is not always prudent to compare a brand-new bottle to one that has been sitting in a well-kept environment for years on end, there will always be differences for that reason alone.
I have not tried J40 yet. I have heard other reviewers say that there is a slight element of tobacco along with the honey, even though it is nowhere mentioned in the notes. Packaging is disappointing, and more should be expected. I would not let that have any impact on what my nose tells me through the opening, heart, and dry down.
I could see how others may get a little bit of sweet tobacco! For me, it is more of a slightly sweet marine and Hazelnut note with Oud. As you stated, I did not let the nonchalant packing method effect how I reviewed the fragrance as the fragrance itself is beautiful and very well done! May be worth getting a sample if you love Jubilation XXV.
Totally agree 100 percent ☹️
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I have seen 2 types of Jubilation 25 caps one is metal gold and the other like plastic cream. And they aren’t tester. Do you know the difference?
I've had both and to me there is no difference. The white plastic non-magnetic cap is an older version while the newer gold magnetic cap is newer. Either is a great choice!!
Ever since Fishman took over, Amouage is going down hill.
I said that in the comments as well. They are lucky to have Cecile, Bertrand, Karine and the other amazing perfumers. I have only enjoyed 3 Amouage fragrances since Chirstopher Chong left. Boundless, Royal tobacco and Silver oud were all Cecile Zarokian and Karines work!
@@universalfragrance Boundless smelled pretty good. I just thought It was a lil “Boring” for a Amouage. But thats just my opinion. Silver Oud is Fire, Royal Tobacco I haven’t tried yet.
hey have you had experience with new jubilation 25 batches?
A client of mine bought the new one after smelling my old one. Smells the exact same. The longevity and projection are the same as well although many are bringing up the dreaded and overused "reformulated" term. Considering it is one of the flagship fragrances from Amouage and Bertrand Duchaufour is still the perfumer; I doubt they let it slip. New bottle probably just needs to sit and macerate for a while for those quick to complain. I hope this helps 🍻
@@universalfragrance thanks. this has been my experience as well with fragrances of other houses. even with my BR540 EXT. I realize that people think the fragrances nowadays are weak, but I have had good results most of the time when i sprayed them around 10 sprays and let them sit for 2-3 months. They will all perform good at the end.
It's quite disappointing that you received an unsecured package from the official Amouage. When you purchase an Exceptional Extrait, you expect the service to match its exceptional nature, but unfortunately, it becomes unexceptional.
I noticed some minor differences between the EDP and Extrait, and overall, they are pretty decent (I tried a sample). However, Reflection 45 stands out with a significant difference. I haven't had the chance to try Jubilation 40 yet. You've tried that one, could you share your rating on a scale of 1 to 10?
I agree on Reflection 45 vs the regular reflection man. It is still a slightly familiar, fresh and woody floral DNA but not even the same fragrance anymore when you look at all the rich notes they added; personally, I prefer it very much to the original. As for Jubilation XXV and that the Jubilation 40 extrait, I would rank them both around the same depending on the season/situation and I also may be biased because I love both. I would say summertime 9-10 for my version of Jubilation XXV in the black and gold box. The Jubilation 40 extrait I would rate a 9.5-10 during wintertime due to the strength and slight hazelnut gourmand notes with more woods, oud and ambergris. It's a fantastic fragrance and despite the careless way they packed such an incredibly expensive item, I cannot hold that against the liquid inside the bottle. I think as a fellow fan of Jubilation you will really enjoy it and find some diverse usage out of it, just maybe wait until it is discounted to purchase 😉
@@universalfragranceThe transformation in Reflection 45, thanks to the added rich notes, indeed sets it apart from the original. Your preference for it over the original reflects a discerning taste. However, the critique of the careless packaging for Jubilation 40 extrait raises valid concerns. Despite the pricey nature of the item, it's disheartening to hear about such oversight. Your suggestion to wait for a discount acknowledges the value proposition, emphasizing a savvy consumer approach. Your insights are invaluable for those navigating the fragrance landscape.
@@frian3099Appreciate that very much! I certainly do prefer Reflection 45 over the normal as it feels more like an Amouage with those added rich notes. How have you been enjoying your Silver Oud so far?! I wore it yesterday and always get compliments from its depth and funky sweet/earthy vibes!
@@universalfragrance Ah, Silver Oud has become my favorite this month, alongside Overture Man. The more I wear it, the more I appreciate the luxurious feel of this perfume. I now understand why it's considered expensive. Newcomers might misjudge it due to the dominant and thick smokiness at the beginning, but connoisseurs recognize its exclusivity as I continue to wear it. I find that I can't forget the Silver Oud scent even when wearing other, more mass-appealing and linear perfumes. It's as if my heart is saying, "I need the Silver Oud scent right now!" Similar to finishing a captivating book, I'm impressed with the ending of the whole olfactory journey, making me want to experience it again. Opus XIII Silver Oud tells a great story that resonates, fitting perfectly into the product category named "Opus Library Collection”.
Very well said! Silver Oud is an addicting and developmental scent but normally reserved for more experienced noses 100%. One of my favorites from the house!@@frian3099
That packaging is bad. But you should really ask them about the missing sample. That sounds unacceptable imo from a high-end niche brand. Otherwise great review! I think I’ll buy 25 instead of 40 unless I catch a great deal on 40.
They should really send me a few samples just for the inconvenience. I heard the new King Blue is awful; I just wanted to see how awful it really was so I could review it since sometimes I like those types of weird fragrances.😂
I tried a heavy spray test of this at my local Neiman Marcus last week. It was pretty strong at first, and very, very camphorous. The original scent was there, underneath somewhere, but it was so camphorous/medicinal at first that it turned me off a bit. Got better as it dried but it became a skin scent quickly. I love Reflection 45 and I think Epic 56 is nearly bottle worthy. Jubilation 40 isn't even in the conversation at grey market pricing, for me.
Thankfully I did not get those notes at all. More of a slight hazelnut gourmand with heavier Oud and Ambergris base with the same opening top notes as my original(s) of the XXV. As stated in the video, no fragrance is worth $500 retail, and this will certainly be available in the low $300s or less soon. They are making a killing off these fragrances and anyone who's in the business world knows there isn't even close to half that $500 put into the fragrance and packaging. Probably cost them around $100-150 total to make and ship if I had to guess. Appreciate your input!
@@universalfragrance I hear this a lot and I always think, "How much would a Monet be worth if you only considered the cost of the canvas and paint?" I really don't think adding up the cost of the oils used and the packaging is a fair reflection of what you are receiving. Just my opinion.
100%...It was not meant to be a reflection of what you are receiving, that value is always up to the individual consumer. I paid $500 and don't regret it since I am a reviewer and love the fragrance DNA personally. The fact remains they are making way too much profit to package such an expensive item in the embarrassing and elementary manner that they did. That is the point I was making 😉. This is also why you see them discounted by $200 in a few month's time. @@michaelnamikas8184
This packaging is crazy for the price of the perfume, you buy designer perfume cheaper and better packaged, it's a shame
For sure, it was wild to see 😂
It’s worth it?
Only to those who really love Amouage and Jubilations DNA. Otherwise, it's probably best to wait for it discounted.
@@universalfragrance i got deal 325$ here
What do u think on this discount?
The shipping was atrocious, but honestly I'd take not having to smell King Blue as a net positive.
I legit wanted to sample King Blue to see how bad it really is 😂. Could have been a fun video hahaha
@universalfragrance I had a friend who is into fragrances ask me while cutting my hair if I had smelled it. I just responded with the word, and she replied in the affirmative with the word poop and then we each said the word poop at each other one more time.
That's it, that's my whole review.
It’s a shame that the current in house creative director is more focused on leeching off Chong’s work. 4 years in and he still has no worthy creation to his name.
What a shame!
Overall, you are correct but some of my favorites have come after he left such as Royal Tobacco, Silver Oud and Jubilation 40. I will say those should be credited specifically to the great perfumer's Cecile Zarokian and Bertrand Duchaufour and would have happened regardless of who was the creative director at the time. In short, I agree and am not a fan of alot of the newer releases such as Enclave, Meander etc
The smell of the packaging absolutely stunk my house out, I had to take it straight out to the recycling bin. Not sure what type of card board they are using but blimey, it smelt like pure chemicals 🤦♂️
It definitely did not feel normal and smelled a little odd. Mine was also very brittle and near falling apart all over. I was shocked at the condition of the box and how they packaged it inside. Just having a $500 fragrance bounce around with little to zero packing material or bubble wrap is an interesting shipping strategy 😂!
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For a house like Amouage it's such poor form. I picked up Jubilation 40, it was a 40th Birthday present to myself. Normally i would never blind buy a niche fragrance, but i just had to do it for Jubilation Extrait! 😆
100%-Thankfully I think the fragrance is excellent and really enjoy it!! The packing was abysmal.@@JmeJ83