I want to preface by sharing that I received this product as a gift from Influenster - thank you! Compared to a lot of designer house fragrances, I feel that Gucci has always been consistent in their delivery. With these high expectations, I felt that the Bloom was a bit disappointing because the only impression that I got was a strong sweetness. While I do feel that I tend to prefer sweet scents over more spicy scents, the sweetness of this perfume was too much to handle. I wish there were other words to describe this perfume, but all I can think about is how sweet it is. Besides the sweetness, I did appreciate the perfume’s longevity and presence. Gucci has always delivered in making fragrances that last and settle quite nicely. While I wasn’t a fan of the ... MoreI want to preface by sharing that I received this product as a gift from Influenster - thank you! Compared to a lot of designer house fragrances, I feel that Gucci has always been consistent in their delivery. With these high expectations, I felt that the Bloom was a bit disappointing because the only impression that I got was a strong sweetness. While I do feel that I tend to prefer sweet scents over more spicy scents, the sweetness of this perfume was too much to handle. I wish there were other words to describe this perfume, but all I can think about is how sweet it is. Besides the sweetness, I did appreciate the perfume’s longevity and presence. Gucci has always delivered in making fragrances that last and settle quite nicely. While I wasn’t a fan of the overwhelming sweetness, over time, the sweetness settled into something I didn’t mind as much, though that could also be because I got used to the scent throughout the day. Overall, I would definitely recommend this scent for a bright and vivacious individual who likes to make their presence known with a killer smile.

So, I wasn’t completely sold on this one in the beginning...however, each time I tried it—I liked it more and more. I feel like this scent had a complicated and unique complexity that I especially wanted to study closely before forming my final opinion. I’m a huge wine and perfume connoisseur, with a very sensitive palate/nose. I can literally smell taste notes of wine by smelling them. I’ve studied wine for years (it’s an enjoyable, albeit complicated area of study. ;-) If I’ve learned anything... it’s that notes are entirely up to interpretation and are a mere (italics) suggestion of what one may experience with taste (italics) or smell. With this perfume, I really wanted to get to the bottom of why I didn’t absolutely love it in the beginning. So, after careful ... MoreSo, I wasn’t completely sold on this one in the beginning...however, each time I tried it—I liked it more and more. I feel like this scent had a complicated and unique complexity that I especially wanted to study closely before forming my final opinion. I’m a huge wine and perfume connoisseur, with a very sensitive palate/nose. I can literally smell taste notes of wine by smelling them. I’ve studied wine for years (it’s an enjoyable, albeit complicated area of study. ;-) If I’ve learned anything... it’s that notes are entirely up to interpretation and are a mere (italics) suggestion of what one may experience with taste (italics) or smell. With this perfume, I really wanted to get to the bottom of why I didn’t absolutely love it in the beginning. So, after careful study, it’s the opening of this perfume that initially caught me off-guard. It was a slightly ‘lifted’ powdery scent. Initially a bit obtuse; after about 5-10 minutes this initial introduction vanished and I was pulled in with the (as described) warm brown sugar and patchouli, at the base. The heart literally kind of opened after the initial powdery obscenity and expanded into the red berries in a delicate embrace. The base and heart of this perfume are sensual, incredibly feminine, and exotic. Gardenia is one of my favorite scents, so I was excited to see how this one would play out. Vanilla is one of my other favorite scents, and I’ve spent my lifetime seeking out the most authentic, not artificial, and soothing natural vanilla scents. I hate to be too paradoxical, but the cover of this perfume absolutely matches the very complicated and feminine scent. It was definitely intoxicating after the initial powdery-ness faded down. The patchouli is elegantly enraptured in the other notes, so it doesn’t smell too musky, natural, or eccentric. Patchouli can be one of my favorite perfume notes if it is complimented with the right combination of other scents. This perfume is definitely like a slow-growing love affair with someone we wouldn’t expect to be compatible with. Initially, there isn’t the base physical draw there; then, as you discover the person and learn more about them, they become more appealing and the attachment grows as the depth and sincerity of the interaction increases. This scent definitely makes me feel more feminine and sensual when I wear it, as opposed to some scents with obtuse middle or base notes that pick at my allergies or don’t blend down gracefully into my body chemistry. I enjoyed wearing this the longer it was on my skin, and it is definitely a repurchase. I would rate it 9.5 out of a 10 (based on the initial powdery weirdness for the first 5 minutes). Often I like perfumes *less* as I wear them longer; this one I liked *more.* With this one, I felt increasingly elegant and feminine the longer I wore it. It settles into an exotic, rich, musky, and sensuous affair; blending perfectly with my personal chemistry. Not too sexy or noticeable for office wear; perfectly suited for date night. I was happy to receive this sample complementary in my Influenster #voxbox in exchange for my honest opinion and look forward to sampling the next variety!!

I have to be honest, i bought this one on sale because else it was really way to expensive. I really love the fresh sent and you don't have to use much and you can smell it all day. Since influenster gave me Hugo Boss Alive Intense, i keep looking for more parfum to test and buy. I have really so many samples that i am almost ashamed. But i have to test them right? We have iciparisxl in the Netherlands and they have been since the day i got sick sending me samples because i couldn't come to the store. They are really so nice. We have a similar store but they never give out free samples even when you can't go to the store because you had surgery and wanted some testers because i wanted to buy a parfume for my mom and no the aren't a charity shop. So o well.

This a holy grail perfume for me. It’s the perfect balance between being sweet, floral, and fresh. I get a lot of compliments when i wear it. I get headaches and this perfume is not overpowering. I only spray a bit to the heat points on my body and it last hours on me and I only reapply in the evening or when going out to dinner. The bottle is also gorgeous and i love having it on my vanity. 10/10 recommend.

Let me tell you something, this perfume is such a wonderful light crisp scent with notes of pear white gardenia and actually patchouli! Yes that is right Patchouli! I didn't think I could pull off a scent like Patchouli it's a hard scent to go by, you either like it or you don't. Well this changed my mind. Having it on for a couple hours drove me wild, I wanted to actually go out and see if people would actually notice the smell itself. I had not put on a lot, the wrists and one side of my neck. The scent just lingers but not overpowering it's like you can't get enough of it. Trust me you'd be the one if you smelled this, trying to finding the woman that had it on and asking her what she had on!! I would definitely recommend this out, and try to test it if you're ... MoreLet me tell you something, this perfume is such a wonderful light crisp scent with notes of pear white gardenia and actually patchouli! Yes that is right Patchouli! I didn't think I could pull off a scent like Patchouli it's a hard scent to go by, you either like it or you don't. Well this changed my mind. Having it on for a couple hours drove me wild, I wanted to actually go out and see if people would actually notice the smell itself. I had not put on a lot, the wrists and one side of my neck. The scent just lingers but not overpowering it's like you can't get enough of it. Trust me you'd be the one if you smelled this, trying to finding the woman that had it on and asking her what she had on!! I would definitely recommend this out, and try to test it if you're able to. But I'd go for the big bottle right away they do make a roller but I won't even waste my time with the roller I'd go for the big bottle. This amazing scent can be evening wear or everyday wear it's just that Universal. I got it for the gardenia scent I wear it for the head turns!!!

I really cannot say enough about this one specific perfume. Gucci gorgeous gardenia is by absolute favorite perfume ever! I used to swap my perfumes out daily but since I bought this perfume, this has been all I wear. I get so many compliments on it every single day! I am obsessed with this fragrance! The packaging is absolutely beautiful and the bottle is stunning! Everyone has that one fragrance that when they wear it, they feel like that’s their signature scent. This is mine! I was so impressed with the fact that it took me 2 spritz of this and I smelled amazing all day long! I have never received this through a campaign but whoever has is extremely lucky! I am actually ordering another bottle next week because mine is running low and that’s just unacceptable ... MoreI really cannot say enough about this one specific perfume. Gucci gorgeous gardenia is by absolute favorite perfume ever! I used to swap my perfumes out daily but since I bought this perfume, this has been all I wear. I get so many compliments on it every single day! I am obsessed with this fragrance! The packaging is absolutely beautiful and the bottle is stunning! Everyone has that one fragrance that when they wear it, they feel like that’s their signature scent. This is mine! I was so impressed with the fact that it took me 2 spritz of this and I smelled amazing all day long! I have never received this through a campaign but whoever has is extremely lucky! I am actually ordering another bottle next week because mine is running low and that’s just unacceptable to me lol. Seriously though, Gucci knows what’s up and Gucci Flora is one of those perfume lines that just completely makes you melt when you smell them. Gorgeous gardenia is my all time favorite fragrance but I am very eager to try some of the other scents from the line. If you are debating purchasing this fragrance, go ahead and do it! You will NOT regret your decision. I literally could go on and on about this stuff because it’s pure bliss!

Okay...where to begin with this review..I have never really been big on fragrances. I am honestly someone who prefers light, clean, and neutral scents (think the dove white beauty bar). I acquired a sample of the La La variation of this perfume for my Senior High School Prom (aka some years ago), and I loved it.In the chaos of big moves and life transitions, my sample had been misplaced only to turn up shortly after my college graduation. It's funny how things work out that way, cyclically. I used up the tiny sample I had and by mistake purchased La La Malibu, and I am so incredibly happy that I did. The smell of this fragrance automatically makes me nostalgic, I picture a dark night sky after a particularly cold winter day. Sitting outside among the bright stars, ... MoreOkay...where to begin with this review..I have never really been big on fragrances. I am honestly someone who prefers light, clean, and neutral scents (think the dove white beauty bar). I acquired a sample of the La La variation of this perfume for my Senior High School Prom (aka some years ago), and I loved it.In the chaos of big moves and life transitions, my sample had been misplaced only to turn up shortly after my college graduation. It's funny how things work out that way, cyclically. I used up the tiny sample I had and by mistake purchased La La Malibu, and I am so incredibly happy that I did. The smell of this fragrance automatically makes me nostalgic, I picture a dark night sky after a particularly cold winter day. Sitting outside among the bright stars, surrounded by the crisp, fresh, night air. Hearing comfortable silence, and feeling my fingers wrap around a fluffy warm sweater. The citrus in La La Malibu is not poignant, it is just enough to evoke a keen sense of reminiscence.This fragrance (to me) is very clean, long lasting, and not overpowering. It is a gentle floral, and not overly sweet or sharp.

Good hat

As advertised! Took about a week to arrive. The elastic interior band is very comfortable against my head and skin. This is the first time a hat has ever been loose on me. If "one size fits all" hats never, ever fit you, trust that this brand isn't kidding. I considered deducting a star for the lack of adjustment (no strap or way to tighten against wind, but i wear a cloth gaiter over the outside in harsh wind) or maybe for the lack of a hole for a ponytail, but that's clear in the hat's advertisement and no sense penalizing for personal preference. This is a perfectly satisfactory hat in a cheerful color and extended size. I highly recommend it.