Lily
Roja Parfums (2014)

Roja Dove does it again with this singular white flower experience. Except this time it's Lily flower that's center stage and smelling really convincing.

A lady's perfume to be sure, Lily seems to run right to the lily accord from seconds after spray-on. I can slightly make out the carnation, jasmine, rose, and ylang; I haven't smelled tiare flower - aka monoi - which here adds a subdued gardenia-like touch within (and apparently monoi essence is a common note used in suntan lotion - so bright and shiny!).

Great sillage and longevity overall. Lily holds promise to fulfill any fan's desire to wear this lovely note!

From the word "go" a potpourri hits me in the opening blast, dominated by the lily that gives this product its name. Initially a touch of bergamot brightens it up a bit, but from then on the flowers are in full blossom.

The lily remains strong throughout, a bit like holding a bouquet in one's hand. It is an intensive, rich and very convincing natural lily note. At times a light and lovely jasmine, a somewhat unexciting rose and a white carnation vie for my attention, but they are mere accompaniments to the song of the lily.

Towards the and a hint of wood with a whiff of a slightly creamy vanilla impression are added, but there is no surprise in who is the main player in the base: it starts with an L..........

The perfomance is stupendous: Strong sillage, excellent projection and a monstrous fourteen hours of longevity on my skin - wow!

The quality of the natural ingredients of this floral spring bouquet is top-notch. A delightful fragrance creation, unless you are a lily-phobic person. Give me that bunch, please! 3.75/5