Antonio Alessandria Parfums Rusty Vibes Review (Antonio Alessandria) +Corrupted Beauty Draw

Antonio Alessandria Parfums Rusty VIbes review

 Rusty Vibes, photo of bottle by Antonio Alessandria using Alex C. Musgrave’s image

Antonio Alessandria created Rusty Vibes as the fourth bespoke fragrance for Çafleurebon’s 10th anniversary, inspired by a specific image by photographer and essayist Alex C. Musgrave, and his conversations with Çafleurebon Editor In Chief Michelyn Camen, and her particular vibes…” her unforgettable eyes, her depth and her passion for independent perfumery“.  A photo, an atmosphere, an exchange of thoughts – providing Antonio with trust, and deep respect for his creative freedom:

In my opinion three things are crucial: an inspiration that is true and unique, the coherence between the inspiration and your artistic expression in the fragrance, and least but not the last – high quality of the materials used to compose a fragrance. This is my own idea of perfume: a memory, an emotion, a dream. My fragrances are stories of my life, my dreams, and my secrets.  – Antonio Alessandria, brand owner and perfumer of Antonio Alessandria Parfums

Antonio Alessandria of Antonio Alessandria Parfums.

Antonio Alessandria in Boudoir 36, photo by Rosella Maccarrone

Of these three things crucial that the perfumer stated himself, the first one – an inspiration that is unique, a one that Antonio translated in his own, highly specific and recognizable fragrance-making handwriting – is explained in the introduction Michelyn wrote just recently – Antonio Alessandria Parfums Rusty Vibes for ÇaFleureBon. What is reflected in all Antonio’s work is artisanal exuberance, sumptuous flamboyance mixed with sobriety, with carefully crafted curved forms in fragrance – which is meant not only to superficially please but to seduce in a way that reflects your inner shine. I like to attribute this mostly to the influence of his hometown – Catania. The rich and breathtaking heritage of Sicilian baroque, his growing up between his mother’s fashion atelier and his sister’s piano lessons, and most of all the breadth and depth of his intellectual standards shine in his work.

One photo, one person, one idea was enough to trigger the creation of Rusty Vibes. A process of conceptualization and a quest for a deeper meaning was Antonio’s way to search beneath the surface, to dive into himself and unleash the force of creativity, thus also providing a philosophical element in the creation of a fragrance – materialization of the existence of duality between purity and decay, of an ongoing human quest for beauty in life, beauty that is not in the eye but in the mind – which we find it in art. A specific art form, by all means – the art of perfumery, making us respond to beauty with emotions, eliciting joy and happiness . The inspiration, as elaborated by Antonio himself:

Photography by Alex C. Musgrave

Photograph used “Study in Yellow” in the creative process of the creation of Rusty Vibes by Alex C. Musgrave

“The first time I saw the photo Michelyn sent me from Alex C. Musgrave, I had a feeling of corrupted beauty.  I didn’t see only dried flowers, but I immediately linked the photograph with the representation of iron flowers oxidizing and getting reddish and orange. The movement of the picture reveals a tension to the upper side and the flowers on the top have turned to rusty hues. So I imagined that rust could represent the completion of corrupted beauty. The bright light on the right side made me think of a mirror game: corruption on the left and transfiguration on the right. I felt in this photo a duality between purity and decay. This is the reason why I imagined Rusty Vibes to be a fragrance that would be a quest for beauty in the cycle of life, from purity to corruption. The cycle of life starts from a flower that becomes a fruit, then the fruit becomes ripe, before decaying. I envisioned the possibility to represent the beauty of both purity – the flower – and corruption – the ripe fruit. But I didn’t want to forget my first impression of rusty iron flowers and I tried to give the fragrance a slight sinful sparkle infusing the fruity notes with a sulphuric vibe. In the base I wanted a comfortable effect, enveloping and calming like pure beauty.“

The coherence between the inspiration and the artistic expression in the fragrance; it’s time now to start  writing about how Rusty Vibes actually smells like. This time I’ll deliberately change the order of things and let you know the listed notes first:

Notes: Top: Passion Fruit, Coconut, Ripe Tropical Fruits, Middle: Lily of the Valley, Jasmine, Yellow Flowers accord, Base: Blond WoodsVanillaTonka Bean, Incense, Amber,Milky Musks

Now that you’ve seen some of the notes, because – as you already know –  not all the notes used in a fragrance creation ARE in fact listed in most of the cases, let’s challenge any possible preconception of them. Intentionally, because what if I tell you that “Ripe Tropical Fruits with Coconut“ is nowhere near possible imagery and general associations like tropical island cocktails or easy-going pina-colada coconut vibes? What if these are only olfactory verses of an ode dedicated to the circularity of life, human beings, nature, and cosmos?

What if I tell you that Tropical Fruits and Coconut in a perfume can be breathtakingly elegant, with a strong character and a witty, refined charm? What if I tell you that this vanilla note is a grown-up vanilla, sensual, smooth, and sophisticated like a silk robe fluidly curving around your body? Ah, yes, it’s the third significant factor that comes into play here too – the quality of the materials used!

Antonio Alessandria Rusty Vibes perfume review

 Rusty piano strings and pegs, edited by Elena Cvjetkovic

Now that we can forget for a moment the listed notes, let’s start from the beginning: Rusty Vibes unfolds like a piece of piano music and draws you in with the first chords played, with a highly atmospheric and rich timbre: the consonance of piano/quietly sounding ripe fruits, pungent and sour-sweet, and yet so calming and reassuring in appearance. Delicate syncopation is provided by a rich and nutty-feeling coconut note, one that flows with milky nuances. This chiaroscuro, rounded texture with light and shades, and intarsia of delicately woven fragrance elements gains more and more depth, as the thick and waxy flower petals enter the stage. This still nature, the one that is never still but in the constant process of change is underlined with lower-register jasmine tones that are gliding smoothly, forming whirlpools when touched by very tender patchouli – semi-sweet, not overly dark, and with a fine, soft structure. Antonio told me that he used a very high-quality, molecularly distilled patchouli that enabled him to create a velour-like texture with slightly powdery nuances.

This is where the contrasting tone of rustiness emerges: it was there all the time, from the very beginning, even though you didn’t notice it. Imagine orange-red-brown old rust, so fine that it’s crumbling into dust. Corrosion, one that happened over a long period of time becomes noticeable, and a process of decay in its final stages now hovers over all the floriental, sweet & sour ripeness:  the rusty iron flower appears. It smells dry, metallic and musky, and although everything was leading to this moment, it happened so naturally, with no sudden changes or sharp edges, it just is. Deep layers have unfolded softly up to reveal a streak of decay hidden within, glazing over other notes, and gently rounding them up.

Perfumes by Antonio Alessandria

 

 The decay of flowers, photo by Elena Cvjetkovic

The drydown of Rusty Vibes brings comfort. Once the cycle is completed, all stages revealed and played through, we are left with beauty distilled. And the beautiful body of Rusty Vibes, it’s true character is finally revealed: Antonio takes you by your hand and leads you into its sunset. And the fragrance lingers for hours on my skin, with the most elegant reflection of vanilla dipped into a smooth, heavenly-creamy iris concrete (not listed, but it’s presence confirmed to me by Antonio), enhanced and sprinkled with almondy- sensual tonka bean glow.

An expressive floriental with a distinctive character, an inborn, undemanding elegance, wit, and refined sensuality, Rusty Vibes is a story of the beauty of life that grasps your soul in ways that simply must be expressed and shared. A memory. A dream. An inspiration.

Elena Cvjetkovic, Editor and Author of The Plum Girl

Disclaimer: A sample of Rusty Vibes was kindly provided by Antonio Alessandria for my consideration. Opinions are – as always –  my own.

Boudoir 36 Rusty Vibes

Thanks to the generosity of Indigo Perfumery and Antonio Alessandria Parfums we have one 50 ml bottle Antonio Alessandria Parfums Rusty Vibes  for one registered reader in the U.S. or EU only.  You must be registered or your comment will not count. To be eligible, please leave a comment on Elena’s review of Alessandria Parfums Rusty Vibes and where you live and if you are familiar with Antonio Alessandria Parfums. Draw closes 6/18/2020

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Editor’s Note: Rusty Vibes was first conceived as a limited edition and sold out within weeks. It will be added to Antonio Alessandria’s permanent line

Art and images: Antonio Alessandria Parfums, Alex C. Musgrave, Rosella Maccarrone, Elena Cvjetkovic

 

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66 comments

  • Antonio Alessandria Parfums Rusty Vibes is a floriental with many facets that reveal themselves in stages. US

  • Am I having a deja-vu?

    Thanks for offering another draw of this wonderful perfume. I’m still puzzled where the ‘Rusty’ in Rusty Vibes comes from as I anticipated a description of a more metallic scent. Elena has beautifully described this perfume though.

    I have not heard of Antonio Alessandria before, nor his perfumes, but am excited to learn more about both.

    I live in the EU (UK)

  • A floriental that smells elegant and has a distinctive character sounds wonderful. Tropical fruits notes with vanilla that lingers for hours makes this even more attractive. Thanks for the brand introduction, I have not tried this line yet. Regards from the US.

  • I haven’t had the pleasure of trying out any of Antonio Alessandria Parfums, yet. Hopefully, some day, maybe if I am lucky enough to win this draw. The “Study in Yellow” photo is beautiful and Elena’s description of rusty Vibes was wonderful, especially the part where she moves away from the listed notes and gives her personal impressions. Antonio Alessandria’s description of how he constructed the perfume based on the photograph was very interesting – especially where he says “I felt in this photo a duality between purity and decay. This is the reason why I imagined Rusty Vibes to be a fragrance that would be a quest for beauty in the cycle of life, from purity to corruption. The cycle of life starts from a flower that becomes a fruit, then the fruit becomes ripe, before decaying. I envisioned the possibility to represent the beauty of both purity – the flower – and corruption – the ripe fruit. But I didn’t want to forget my first impression of rusty iron flowers and I tried to give the fragrance a slight sinful sparkle infusing the fruity notes with a sulphuric vibe. In the base I wanted a comfortable effect, enveloping and calming like pure beauty.” It seems to be a very olfactory, artistic creation, the kind Cafleurebon stands for and behind. Thanks for the draw and the review. Writing from the USA.

  • Trinity33 says:

    Tropical fruits and coconut sound like a perfect summer fragrance but I’m sure Antonio Allesandria put a much more elegant spin on it. I like the idea of searching for beauty in the process of life from purity to corruption. It unfolds and evolves as all organic things must. I love the Rusty Vibes name too as a nod towards the oxidation and decay of loved items. The notes sound lovely. Commenting from MD, USA.

  • NiceVULady says:

    Truly a beautiful and lyrical description of this parfum. I’m not familiar with Antonio Alessandria Parfums, so this would be a first. I’m so interested in the coconut and tropical fruit notes as to how they interplay with the other elements. Only actually smelling the parfum would help I think. Thank you so much for this review and the generous draw. I’m in the USA

  • Antonio- Rusty Vibes is a true beauty. A breath catcher. Unexpected. Changeable. Fascinating. A journey that is exciting to the end.
    Wow!

  • Interesting review! I love the idea of something tangible, like a photograph inspiring the intangible, which is what fragrance really is. We take physical items & convert them into their ephemeral nature. I’m in Arizona USA. I had not heard of Antonio Alessandria Parfumes until this article. Thanks!

  • I liked the comparison of Rusty Vibes to piano music. It sounds like a wonderful summer scent. Thanks for the opportunity to sniff, as I haven’t tried anything from this brand. Mich USA

  • Coconut and tropical fruits do sound breathtaking. I love coconut and everything where coconut has a dominant role and I am sure I will love this one as well.
    EU reader. Thanks!

  • Camille Sheil says:

    What a beautiful review. A little different than the last one on Rusty Vibes.. more fleshed out. Helped me me to understand it more. There’s a sophistication that I hadn’t noticed before… An elevated quality. I loved hearing exactly where the rust came into play, about rust so rusted it was powdering. It’s strange, but I can smell that. Love it! It helps pull the rest of the composition into focus.

    I know of Rusty Vibes because of the last review recently done on it. Otherwise, I hadn’t known about Antonio Alessandria Parfums. But it sounds beautiful!

    Thanks for this opportunity! I live in New Hampshire USA!

  • Natalia306 says:

    Wonderful article by Elena Cvjetkovic! I felt like I read small novel about miracle of creation, something very special, a secret, information not for everyone, only for someone who would understand complicity of magical process of making a beautiful fragragrance just from looking at the singal picture. And then, then you going to find out from Elena the result:”An expressive floriental with a distinctive character, an inborn, undemanding elegance, wit, and refined sensuality, Rusty Vibes is a story of the beauty of life that grasps your soul in ways that simply must be expressed and shared. A memory. A dream. An inspiration.” Wonderful!!! I would love to try Magic of “Rusty Vibes” creation from Maestro Perfumer Antonio Alessandria.Thanks to beautiful Elena’s review I found another amazing fragragrance!
    Thanks to Cafleurebon.
    Florida, USA

  • Rusty Vibes is a story of the beauty of life that grasps your soul in ways that simply must be expressed and shared. A memory. A dream. An inspiration. A beautiful description by Elena. I am intrigued by this house that I am not familiar with but I am intrigued and curious by. Thanks a lot from the United Kingdom

  • What I enjoyed most about this review was learning about something new. I’ve never heard ofrom the house before so it was great to learn more about them and this offering from them.
    It also contains some of my favourite notes sof it had my attention throughout to see how the composition unfolded just like the review did.

    I’m from Ireland, EU

  • Notes: Top: Passion Fruit, Coconut, Ripe Tropical Fruits, Middle: Lily of the Valley, Jasmine, Yellow Flowers accord, Base: Blond Woods, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Incense, Amber,Milky Musks. I am intrigued by the notes the patchouli used in this fragrance. A beautiful description piece Elena An expressive floriental with a distinctive character, an inborn, undemanding elegance, wit, and refined sensuality, Rusty Vibes is a story of the beauty of life that grasps your soul in ways that simply must be expressed and shared. A memory. A dream. An inspiration. This is a house that I need to explore further. Thanks a million from the UK

  • Beautiful review, every time there is this perfumer I am happy. A new perfume that is the spirit of summer: coconut, tropical fruits and even a refined patchouli, the life of the perfume is joy, escape but also certainty, comfort. The beauty of summer interpreted by a refined ARTIST

  • Laurentiu says:

    Interesting to see how Antonio drew his inspiration, from what he got his inspiration and the whole creative process behind this duo fragrance collaboration between him and ÇaFleureBon.

    Thank you for this wonderful chance (again)!

    Reader from EU

  • What a great story about this parfum. Didn’t try any of Antonio Alessandria Parfums before. Really interested in the coconut and tropical fruit notes and how they work together with the other elements. Also love the letters on the label and how they give it a vintage look. This would be a real summer banger! Thank you so much for this review and the draw. Living in the EU

  • commodity says:

    Not familiar with the house. But am definitely curious to smell how rusty Rusty Vibes is!
    Florida, USA

  • Sounds wonderful I love floriental scents. The name is baffling however. Would love to smell this enigma. I live in USA Brooklyn NY

  • marcopietro says:

    Great review! pure poetry the proposed image of a combination of beauty and decadence. The same that emerges in the beautiful inspirational photo. The dichotomy continues in the development of the fragrance and in its chiaroscuro with the wonderful presence of rusty shades. I’m literally fascinated by the description of the fragrance.
    I live in EU, unfortunately I am not familiar with Antonio Alessandria’s compositions, but I will try to fill this gap soon.
    Thanks!

  • Christos GX says:

    That perfume seems like for me a floral mixed with fruity notes and for me as a regular and simple fellow,leaves something to be desired.I would love to try it

  • I loved the quote where Antonio expresses his ideal, and at the same time, technique in the creation of a perfume. I remember reading the first article written about this fragrance and how I was puzzled and excited by the use of tropical fruit in niche perfumery and in this kind of combination of notes. Now I also found out the tropical fruit is absolutely classy and precious in this interpretation, and the whole overall creation is smooth and sophisticated. I would love to experience that, and with it, my first Antonio Alessandria “sniff”. I am in the EU.

  • I love the way you described the rich timbre. Really made me imagine all that. Unfortunately, I didn’t have the chance of sniffing these perfumes. I live in the UE. Valentina

  • I have read about this brand several times. But I never had a chance to try any of those perfumes. Rusty Vibes Sounds very good to me. I would very like to try it. Thank you for the draw. I live in Europe.

  • This is very strange. I remember this one. Rusty Vibes appeals to me for many reasons. I always love a dichotomy and the purity/corruption is a fantastic concept. The scent as described looks delicious. I have never tried an Antonio Alessandria Parfum. I am in US.

  • I loved Elena’s words about Rusty Vibes! ” Antonio takes you by your hand and leads you into its sunset. ” I have not tried any of Antonio Alessandria Parfums, but would love to. USA

  • chrisskins says:

    Elena scares me a bit with the use of the word “decay” but only when taken out of context. These tropical notes and vanilla done in a sophisticated way sounds amazing. And I wouldn’t kick iris out of bed for eating crackers. I live in the USA.

  • Steliyan Syarov says:

    I would really like to smell that fragrance and understand better what it meant by corrosion, rustiness and metallic flowers. Sounds quite interesting and unique. I have not heard of Antonio Alessandria before, nor his perfumes, but am excited to learn more about it. Thanks for the giveaway!
    Greetings from Austria, EU.

  • I really like how this is based on the photograph and how Antonio feels about Cafleurebon. I also enjoyed the way Elena described the perfume, it sounds very textural. The notes are also intriguing and attractive. I havent tried any Antonio Alessandria fragrances yet but have read about and been intrigued by them here before. Commenting from CT USA. Thanks for the generous draw.

  • Shamrock1313 says:

    Oh my, I’m so intrigued by how the notes don’t come off as expected – although it sounds like, isn’t another coconut beach frag sounds wonderful.
    Thank you for the beautiful description and giveaway.
    Pennsylvania USA

  • I haven’t tried Antonio Alessandria Parfums, but I do remember the last post about his fragrance. Its so interesting to have rust as a main focal point for a fragrance. All of the fragrances for the 10th anniversary are so unique and unconventional. I would love to try any of them. USA

  • I have read a bit about Antonia Alessandria Parfums, but I have not been lucky enough to try them yet. This perfume seems to contain many of my favorite notes. I’m also very intrigued by the rusty accord. Kind regards, Denmark.

  • I enjoyed the inspiration for this fragrance and the idea it has a duality and a full journey from beginning to end. I’m only aware of Antonio Alessandria Parfums by word of mouth and based on how quickly this sold out, it is well liked. I live in the USA.

  • Dubaiscents says:

    I love Antonio’s work and this one sounds amazing “sophisticated like a silk robe fluidly curving around your body”. I love the artwork it is based on. Thanks for the draw. I’m in the US.

  • roxhas1cat says:

    a comforting scent would be perfect after months of lock down. I love the ” A Memory , a dream, an inspiration” line. The almondy Tonka bean note is appealing to me. I’m wearing an almond based fragrance right now. I’d love to try this. That’s exciting it is going into the permanent line. Thanks Elena for the description. USA.

  • What a collaboration of fragrance notes! This perfume definitely sounds like it takes you on a winding journey! I love the quote “The first time I saw the photo Michelyn sent me from Alex C. Musgrave, I had a feeling of corrupted beauty.”
    I’ve never heard of this fragrance line but this perfume has me so intrigued to try them out.
    I live in the USA (PA)

  • Maria Tejeda says:

    I enjoyed the review it’s interesting how an inspired perfumer can create something new and unique with the proper inspiration. I am intrigued and look forward to an elevated take on ripe tropical fruits. Interested in learning more about the fragrances of Antonio Alessandria Parfums. Thanks again for the generosity. Live in California.

  • I loved seeing the picture and hearing how Antonio interpreted it, but I also appreciated the pictures and visual imagery from Elena as well! The description of rust and corrosion as interpreted into perfume just helped it along. I’ve never tried anything from the house before. I live in the USA. Thanks for the giveaway!

  • It has some of my most beloved notes (vanilla, tonka and coconut) and I have not tried anything from Antonio yet, but it would be a great start with this one, especially since it is a perfume dedicated to this blog.
    EU

  • lilacdays says:

    Oh wow, Elena writes so beautifully that it’s annoying.
    Such a pleasure to read this piece, the perfume description, the personal feeling. No wonder why Elena received Plume awards. Bravo!
    I’m already checking out where can I test it. Loved everything about this.
    Many thanks for the draw. I live in France.

  • Thank you for giving us a second take on this delightful creation and another opportunity to sample it I thought I was seeing doubles :). Rusty Vibes again does sound like a marvelous creation and I’d be stoked to try it out. I’m in USA

  • The circle of life, decay, rusty vibes, photograph…my first thought went to Roberto Greco’s/Marc-Antoine Corticchiato’s Oeillères. But Elena’s review really captivated me and convinced me that this olfactory voyage heads in other direction. The picture came to mind of standing in the kitchen in southern France mid summer while the sunbeams come in through the window and hit the fruit lying on the kitchen table. The kids running in and out smelling of coconut and bringing in their wake the smell of the flowers planted outside against the kitchen wall. Then peace brought on by the base notes while maybe sipping on a fruit cocktail. Vetiver is one of my favourite notes and the way it is distilled here makes me want to try it out. I’m new to this perfume but have heard of Antonio’s perfumes. I’m living in Belgium.

  • ElenaChiss says:

    To me it sounds like a cocktail and it is not a bad thing. A tropical cocktail sipped on a tropical beach. Exotic tropical fruits, coconut and vanilla – that is for sure a sexy combination.
    EU (Romania)

  • Mister Antonio Alessandria strikes me as the type of gentleman – the real gentleman – that chooses carefully how he dresses, what he speaks, always well-groomed and more important, very attentive to what he creates. Saying this and seeing that this one is a creation for Cafleurebon, I can expect only the very best from his part.
    Europe

  • redwheelbarrow says:

    This was such a beautiful review and I’m drawn to every aspect of how you’ve described this fragrance from the notes (the elegance of coconut!) to the inspiration. This one sounds amazing and I have to try it! Thank you for the draw. I’m in the US.

  • mleenstra says:

    I love the image of corrupted beauty or syncopated (in this case frangrance) notes that Elena describes. The fruity overripe opening in juxtaposition to a phase of decay finishing in a harmonious dry down sound intriguing. I would love to try this. Happy birthday Çafleurebon! What are you treating us to a stellar selection of custom fragrances to mark the occasion! Marit UK

  • This is my first intro to Antonio Alessandria Parfums. I am in awe of Elena’s review of this fragrance. Very intriguing indeed.
    USA

  • wallygator88 says:

    Thank you for such a detailed review Elena. I really enjoyed reading through the fragrance notes and their evolution, how some of the are not what they seem and how this perfumer created this fragrance based on that picture. It was really cool to read through the entre thought process of the perfumer.

    I wanted to smell this perfumers incense fragrance, but I missed out. I haven’t had a chance to smell any of his frags.

    Cheers from WI, USA

  • The Plum Girl says:

    Thank you for all your wonderful comments! I wish you luck – should you win, please let me know your thoughts…
    And just one additional detail regarding Rusty Vibes: Ermano Picco, Editor and Perfume Expert played an important role in making of this fragrance, as fragrance evaluator!

  • The Plum Girl says:

    Thank you for all your wonderful comments! I wish you luck – should you win, please let me know your thoughts…
    And just one additional detail regarding Rusty Vibes: Ermano Picco, Editor and Perfume Expert played an important role in making of this fragrance, as fragrance evaluator!

  • These three crucial things are worth to repeated everywhere. And if an independent perfumer says this, you feel his passion and genuity. Right on! – I would love to win this to Germany, thanks for the draw!

  • patrick_348 says:

    I don’t know Alessandria fragrances, but I was intrigued by Elena’s description of how the floral and gourmand notes of the fragrance are balanced and made complex by the suggestions of rust. I live in the US, in NC.

  • Jake Dauod says:

    I am not familiar with Antonio Alessandria perfumes, but I have read a couple of articles on this website about his fragrances. What I like about this review is that it highlights the inspiration of the fragrance and what the perfumer was going for. I like that the fragrance is a floriental because I went into this review thinking that the fragrance would be dark and challenging (just from the name of the perfume). I was happily surprised, and I also like that the perfumer can draw inspiration from a photo and a person. Kind regards from Illinois, USA.

  • Michael Prince says:

    Elena, great review of Antonio Alessandria Parfums Rusty Vibes. I really appreciate the background on how this fragrance was created based on a dedication to the 10th Anniversary of Cafleurebon. I also liked how a photo of Michelyn and Antonio Alessandria is tied into the description of this fragrance and progression. Prior to this review review I wasn’t familiar with Antonio Alessandria Parfums. I am from the USA.

  • IvanVelikov says:

    “This is where the contrasting tone of rustiness emerges: it…..Imagine orange-red-brown old rust, so fine that it’s crumbling into dust…..now hovers over all the floriental, sweet & sour ripeness….”
    You got my attention. I like slightly going bad fruits in perfumery . The metallic addition will balance the fragrance in a nice way, not allowing it to become super sweet.I do have a favorite Antonio Alessandria fragrance, it’s called Noir Obscure. I have smelled all at Luckyscent , and Noir Obscure was the best one. All Antonio Alessandria fragrances were available at Luckyscent, but not anymore. I’m glad they found a new home in USA at Indigo Perfumery – nice place to shop.
    Thank you. USA

  • Never been to Catania, but my girlfriend is half Italian, and her grandmother is from the region.
    Antonio Alessandria is completely new house to me , I need to check them out. How artistic Rusty Vibes is, I’ll have to check myself , hopefully it is.
    Thank you all
    USA

  • The review is so great! The way Antonio describes his inspiration and creative process is so intriguing. A quest for beauty in the cycle of life, from purity to corruption. Rusty iron flowers with a sinful sparkle of sulphuric vibe. Comfortable and calming like pure beauty. This already got me hooked. And Elena’s review only confirmed that I need to know Rusty vibes. Breathtakingly elegant with a witty, refined charm…, like a silk robe fluidly curving around your body… I could go on and on. If only half of it is true I need to try it. I like Antonio’s style, Noir Obscur is my favourite. I live in the EU.

  • I like Antonio’s idea of a perfume…”a memory, an emotion, a dream. My fragrances are stories of my life, my dreams, and my secrets…” Truly a beautiful review that captures the essence of the perfume and what makes it unique.
    I live in USA and I haven’t come across Antonio Alessandra’s fragrances.

  • Top quality natural smelling fruity floral, with rusty nuances. We are indeed search for beauty during our lives, but we get to different results and answers. What answer I’ll get from Rusty Vibes I could only guess.
    I go to … used to go to be precise, to fragrance meetings twice per month, where all should bring brand new, or relatively unknown fragrances. I have smelled two Antonio Alessandria fragrances Nacre and Noir Obscur there. I do admit Nacre is not my cup of tea. Noir Obscure at the other hand was really good both on paper, and on skin. Warm Oriental I’ll gladly wear myself.
    Thank you for the opportunity.
    USA

  • LORI LAWS says:

    Great review by Elena! I love that Rusty Vibes is floriental and that it reveals itself in stages and that it takes you on a scent journey. Elena’s description was wonderful and it sounds very elegant! Thanks for the giveaway and I live in the US!

  • WaltherP99 says:

    First time I’ve heard Antonio Alessandria Parfums was on Sebastian YouTube channel. I remember he did a 10 minutes interview with Antonio Alessandria, I don’t remember if it was from Pitti , or Esxence…According to all who contributed , Rusty Vibes should be grown up artisanal fragrance, fruity and metallic. Artistic indeed, without crossing the line.All year round scent, if it ask me.
    Just followed @boudoir36 , all other profiles i already do.
    Unfortunately I have not smelled Antonio fragrances.
    USA

  • Sicily Italy, ripe fruits, vanilla ? If you ever been in Sicily, and you know local cuisine you’ve most likely eaten Cassata , the locals called it Cassata Siciliana . Traditional cake from the region I’m thinking right now after reading Rusty Vibes review.
    I like reading others stories, cycle of life we all go through, the point is what we’re living behind when we’re gone.
    I don’t know the brand, but I’ll be happy to explore it.
    Appreciate the review, and the giveaway campaign
    USA

  • I like semi gourmands that are more complex, different, and changing, and not too juvenile with metallic feel . Deliria L’Artisan Parfumeur is a nice example. Rusty Vibes fits the bill perfectly with its fruity-rusty combination.
    Do I have a favorite Antonio Alessandria Parfums ? YES and NO , and I’ll explain. If you’re asking if I I have favorite fragrance from “Antonio Alessandria” fragrances, no I do not , I was not able to find them both in the States and in UK/EU , and believe me I tried hard. I presume some reorganizations are happening in the company.
    But if you’re asking do I have a favorite fragrance created by Antonio Alessandria, I sure do. It’s Rudis from Nobile 1942 . Underrated house, and underrated fragrance I own.
    I’m excited to try Antonio Alessandria and Cafleurebon collaboration.
    Beautiful draw, thank you.
    Still can’t back to my usual routine of back and forth between USA and EU/UK .
    Cheers from VA … only , with a red wine 🙂

  • Sounds beautiful: “vanilla dipped into a smooth, heavenly-creamy iris concrete”–swoon! I have not sampled this house but I really think I need to! I’m in the US, thanks for the review & the draw.