This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.2
This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.2 by Histoires de Parfums is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women and men. This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.2 was launched in 2017. The nose behind this fragrance is Luca Maffei. Top notes are Ivy and Pink Pepper; middle notes are Ylang-Ylang, Lilac and Lily-of-the-Valley; base notes are Vanilla, White Musk and Sandalwood. It opens with Ivy, Pink Pepper. The heart moves into Ylang-Ylang, Lilac. In the dry-down, Vanilla, White Musk give it its base. From the way people describe wearing it, this comes across best as interesting and intriguing scent; a fresher and more energetic style; well-balanced and moderate sillage. The trade-off is that it may feel sweeter and heavier than some people expect; divisive lilac and ylang-ylang profile; opening may resemble scented baby wipes depending on taste and setting. Taken together, the feedback points to a scent that feels easy to understand on first wear, but still depends heavily on whether the greener, sweeter, or sharper nuances fit your preferences.
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This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.2 by Histoires de Parfums is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women and men. This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.2 was launched in 2017. The nose behind this fragrance is Luca Maffei. Top notes are Ivy and Pink Pepper; middle notes are Ylang-Ylang, Lilac and Lily-of-the-Valley; base notes are Vanilla, White Musk and Sandalwood. It opens with Ivy, Pink Pepper. The heart moves into Ylang-Ylang, Lilac. In the dry-down, Vanilla, White Musk give it its base. From the way people describe wearing it, this comes across best as interesting and intriguing scent; a fresher and more energetic style; well-balanced and moderate sillage. The trade-off is that it may feel sweeter and heavier than some people expect; divisive lilac and ylang-ylang profile; opening may resemble scented baby wipes depending on taste and setting. Taken together, the feedback points to a scent that feels easy to understand on first wear, but still depends heavily on whether the greener, sweeter, or sharper nuances fit your preferences.
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Pros & Cons
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Easy to appreciate if the overall style matches your taste.
Carries a modern designer feel that many users find approachable.
Often discussed in practical, everyday-wear terms rather than as a difficult niche scent.
WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR
Can feel too sharp, sweet, or strong for some wearers.
Not every user responds equally well to its more assertive facets.
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EDITORIAL“How This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.2 comes across in real wear”
This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.2 by Histoires de Parfums is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women and men. This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.2 was launched in 2017. The nose behind this fragrance is Luca Maffei. Top notes are Ivy and Pink Pepper; middle notes are Ylang-Ylang, Lilac and Lily-of-the-Valley; base notes are Vanilla, White Musk and Sandalwood. It opens with Ivy, Pink Pepper. The heart moves into Ylang-Ylang, Lilac. In the dry-down, Vanilla, White Musk give it its base. From the way people describe wearing it, this comes across best as interesting and intriguing scent; a fresher and more energetic style; well-balanced and moderate sillage. The trade-off is that it may feel sweeter and heavier than some people expect; divisive lilac and ylang-ylang profile; opening may resemble scented baby wipes depending on taste and setting. Taken together, the feedback points to a scent that feels easy to understand on first wear, but still depends heavily on whether the greener, sweeter, or sharper nuances fit your preferences.
FRAGRANXE EDITORIALFAQs
What do people usually like most about This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.2?+
Most of the positive feedback points to it feeling interesting and intriguing scent; a fresher and more energetic style; well-balanced and moderate sillage, which makes it appealing to people who want that style without much guesswork.
What are the most common complaints about This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.2?+
The recurring criticism is that it can come across as sweeter and heavier than some people expect; divisive lilac and ylang-ylang profile; opening may resemble scented baby wipes, so it may not suit someone who wants a softer or drier profile.
Does This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.2 come across as crowd-pleasing?+
Overall feedback leans fairly easy to enjoy when the scent profile matches the wearer, especially for people who like modern designer fragrances with a clean but noticeable character.
What tends to put people off about This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.2?+
The negative feedback usually comes from the scent feeling too sharp, too sweet, or more forceful than expected, so preference plays a big role here.
Is This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.2 considered versatile by reviewers?+
The broader feedback suggests it can work in many casual settings, but its style still matters more than the official note list. People who enjoy its direction usually find it easy to wear, while those who do not tend to notice the same rough edges quickly.
Does This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.2 feel synthetic to reviewers?+
Some users do interpret parts of the scent as more synthetic or modern than natural, especially when the sweeter or sharper facets stand out on skin.
Is This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.2 a safe blind buy according to user feedback?+
It looks safer for someone who already enjoys this general style of fragrance. If you are unsure about sweeter, greener, or more assertive designer scents, sampling first is still the better move.
What kind of wearer is This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.2 likely to suit?+
It tends to fit someone who wants a fragrance that feels easy to notice, easy to wear, and stylistically modern rather than understated or classic.
Does This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.2 seem more crowd-pleasing or more divisive?+
The overall pattern leans more crowd-pleasing than difficult, but it is not universally safe. The same qualities that make it appealing for some people are exactly what make it feel too much for others.
Are the criticisms about This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.2 minor or deal-breakers?+
That depends on your tolerance for sweetness, sharpness, and projection. If those are usually problem areas for you, the criticisms may matter more than they would for the average wearer.
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