ELYSIUM, THE SCENT OF GODS - ANOTHER ROJA DOVE MASTERPIECE 

Ummm, someone pick me up off the floor😳…what an honor to have you comment Roja Appreciate your kind words and for stopping by; means a lot to me Thank you Roja

Elysium is a must have.

It is an absolutely beautiful smell. Simply gorgeous. It reminds me of a local favorite treat. There’s a smoothie seller around here called Jamba juice. They make an orange cream smoothie called an orange dreamsicle. Simply fantastic!

It’s a stunning fragrance but unfortunately the longevity is poor

@@adamdar5121 It has average performance on me and that’s fine. I wouldn’t want it to be too loud or strong. It comes in and out to me but stays on the whole day. I sprayed inside my shirt and I can still smell it, very faint at the end of the day but it’s still there. So glad I picked this one up.

Thank you Salvatore, very humbled by your comments especially coming from you, that is a MASSIVE compliment. Greatly appreciate you reaching out...thank you👊🏼

Mate I don't know what it was like 3 years ago when this review was uploaded. Today in Qld summer I get 4hrs tops. Glad I got a decant. Not worth close to 4-500 bucks. Smells great though.

​@@Athanatos250I'm looking at a bottle right now for $227 idk where people are getting $400

@Roman Co you can be my publicists🙌🏽 Thank you for your generous comments and feedback. If you feel the need, share with everyone 😏 trying to hit 1K subscribers before the end the year! Thanks again for watching and your comments, greatly appreciate the support👊🏼

Hey @Philip Yomtov greatly appreciate your comments and support (you're awesome). I'm only 2 months old, so yes, the goal is to grow into those bigger sub numbers. Your input and idea is incredibly timely! I had a close friend suggest the same thing about comparing and providing a match up with some designer/mainstream perfumes....the next "Collectors Collection" will incorporate this; so thank you for taking the time to share that with me. Thanks again for your support!

Thank you @Mohamed ebnou! Honestly buddy, humbled by your feedback. I really love fragrances and am enjoying sharing this with others. Thanks for watching and supporting!👊🏼

Thank you Mark🙏🏼💫

Awesome feedback @Jayson Mabeza, thank you🙌🏽 Appreciate the support👊🏼

AGREEEE!!!

Thank you @Shakiel Lwamba🙏🏻 very much appreciate your support

Very kind of you @Daniel Sobers👊🏼 Thanks for watching and commenting, appreciate the support....plus it is an awesome fragrance! God bless you too buddy

Hey @Daniel Galarza thanks for your comments👊🏼 and for your support....I was a bit worried that a lighting bolt was going to come down though😥

Thank you @August B; appreciate the support and kind words my friend. Glad that you liked the Bible reference; I found this intriguing when I came across it and thought it would be fun to share. Great to hear from you👊🏼

Thank you @Tsobe very much appreciate the support🙏🏻

Hey @ali navid, you're awesome my brother! I greatly appreciate your support and feedback...thank you. And yes, I love the backstory on these fragrance's. It brings them to life for me and it's nice that this approach and stories also resonates with others. Thanks 🙌🏽

So glad that you enjoyed this fragrance Emmett; it gets mixed love from comments that I’ve read but for me this is an incredible vibrant aromatic masculine fragrance Awesome to hear from you my friend

Thank you💫 Greatly appreciate you reaching out @skionen1781, very much appreciate the support👊🏽

Amen Brother😇

I've never really explored the art of layering. I've had a few requests from subscribers to do something in this space....I feel that I need to invite someone who loves layering and get them to share/teach. And yes, I can see how Elysium would really extend the life of your favourite citrus fragrances. Thanks Casey; great to hear from you

The Parfum version is awesome and to my view a distinct difference to the ‘Cologne’ version. And yes it would be a good idea to do a comparison video, this does make sense. Great to hear from you Bryan and I’m glad that you enjoyed the Bible reference 😇

Well you have to give credit where credit is due😇 You're going to love Elysium, it's an impressive and inspiring fragrance to wear. Wonderful to hear from you @Law Semaj, thanks for reaching out

Great to hear from you @r4u🙌🏽 so happy that you've discovered the channel and thank you for the awesome compliment...very kind of you. And yes, Elysium is one of those classic fragrances that just works🥰 It has all the right elements and is perfect for any man. Appreciate you reaching out👊🏼

@@TheNicheFragranceCollector All the best from Germany. I’m a “hybrid” (borne in Italy, or should I say Sicily, raised in Germany, and traveled the world (I miss Australia). Giardini-Naxos is not so far from my birthplace … by the way, this reminds me of a certain fragrance which I haven’t tried yet😉)

God bless you too my friend💫 Thanks for reaching out @zackeen

Boom Baby! Thank you @Lazar! Very much appreciate the kind words and support 👊🏽

Thank you Andre, appreciate the encouragement and so happy that these episodes resonate with you. I say, give it a go in regards to starting your channel. I won’t sugarcoat it, it’s a lot of work, but it’s also very rewarding when you can connect with others across the world…. I’ll make sure to subscribe😉 Best regards from Australia, great to hear from you Andre💫👊🏽

Thank you Larry💫 It's been a while....hoping you've been well mate👊🏽

@TheNicheFragranceCollector I have been good. Even though I don't comment, I never miss your videos. I don't know about your Roja Dove fragrance collection, but I would loooove to see your take on his fragrances in your collection and their ranking. Roja is my favourite perfumer and house. At a point, I wore nothing but Roja.

@@larryasiedu7704 It's good to connect Larry and great to know that all is well on your side of the world. Yes, planning to do a deep dive on a number of Roja fragrances that I have and share some love in this space....but I have a feeling that you might own all of them already! What's your favourite?

@TheNicheFragranceCollector I have just a couple, and in order of preference: 1. ROJA (gold leaves) 2. Diaghilev 3. Chypre Extraordinaire 4. Amber Aoud 5. Elysium I have a lot more on my wishlist, but I can't break the bank

I actually bought this in Argentina from a street artist....no idea how I would recommend you on getting one (apart from going to Argentina!🎉). Thanks for watching🥰

This is awesome Theodore💫❤️ I love the detailed background to the notes and the way you’ve explained this…thank you appreciate you for jumping into the conversation👊🏾

Great to hear from you, thanks for reaching out… But I feel compelled to try to put some recommendations forward and see if I can convert you to the world of niche😇 If you like Aventus = Aromatic and Manly Then check out these ones: - Viking by Creed - Ormonde Man - Epic Man by Amouage - Santal Austral by Matiere Premiere - Cedrat Boise by Mancera - Gentle fluidity silver by Maison Francis Kirkdjian Try these out and let me know😉

Boom Baby!!💥 You just got the treasure trove of some of the best male fragrances out there🔥 You are going to smell awesome my man! Plus it’s clear that you have a lazy Million💰😎

@@TheNicheFragranceCollector Looool I’m only 22 years old definitely don’t have that kind of money!

Did you bought a whole Wall Mart off?

@@Tommy_ZM you should review them

he really should review them

@SteadyAimRay you my friend, are awesome! Thanks for your very generous comment. Greatly appreciate you watching and sharing your thoughts. I’m brand new! 2 months old with RU-vid but have been in love with all things fragrance for years. Thanks again for your support and sub, it’s a huge help

Same here 🤝

Thank you👊🏽

I normally don't layer my fragrances (except the Perris Monte Carlo ones...which I almost feel that they were made for layering!!) but I love your thought of layering Elysium. What would you suggest? Going to give it a try. Great to hear from you @scentquest 👊🏽

@@TheNicheFragranceCollector I don't layer too often either but Elysium is a good one for it. when i layer it i usually choose Unaverage Patch by Makin' Scents

Thanks Daniel....was a bit of fun, but at the sametime it makes sense that God would recommend these ingredients; I mean He created them! Great to hear from you and yes, this perfume is truely amazing....I'm going to make the very big call and say that you'll love it!

@@TheNicheFragranceCollector He really did 🙂 he gave a nose to enjoy all the different sents and the ability to create them all with our minds and nose etc... what an awesome loving God we serve!!!

@@user-rq7tt7qv6x absolutely!❤️

Let me just say that the Parfum version of this is a BEAST! Performs like a monster. One thing that I haven't done is compared them side by side on the actual smell; but I'm going to say that they are of the same DNA. If you have the money (😎) then I would do the Parfum version....good luck my friend. Thanks for your comments @Reza R👊🏼

Absolutely!! An amazing fragrance that everyone can appreciate and enjoy🧡 Great to hear from you @Olli Pyynonen

wow thas something..comparing $ 400 Roja s price scent to a 5 dollar Pledge cleaner :)...on the other hand if thas true you must enjoy using Pledge..

Yes, my friend this is a sure fire masculine winner…. Would be awesome right now during your summer. The top is from Ted Baker💫 Great to hear from you Fred

@@TheNicheFragranceCollector Ted Baker, will give the site a look see....thanks!

Their clothing is impressive…you’ll love it Fred

@@TheNicheFragranceCollector I just bought a bottle of this a few hours ago. Masterpiece by Dove, thanks Marcelo!

@@megasoid Great choice and my congratulations Fred...this will be in high rotation ALWAYS😎

Hey @Daniel Galarza, I haven't smelt Tom Ford's Ombre Leather, so I won't be able to give you balanced feedback. I did have a look at the notes in this fragrance and it seems a bit heavier than Elysium (notes of Oakmoss, Leather, Patchouli), but again, haven't smelt it, so don't really know. What I do know is Elysium is awesome. Have great sillage and longevity. I recently filmed a blind smell with the new guest on the show (Natasha) and she loved Elysium....but the big question! Have you tried it on your skin? Have you had a chance to smell it on you? You gotta go with what you love and makes you feel good😎

@@TheNicheFragranceCollector OMG thank you so much for your response, is such an honor! No worries i´ll go with my heart and it says Elysium! keep up the good work man!

@@danielgalarza4762 👊🏼Great choice! I'm a big fan of Elysium and Roja Dove as a whole. Look forward to hearing how it wears on you. Also a massive 'thank you' for your support

Awesome to hear from you! Not sure where in Oz you're located? But if you're close to any of the capital cities, then Libertine Parfumerie have stores within Myers and they're very flexible for people to test the fragrance's in the store. Alternatively, if you're too far away, then you an go to the Libertine website and a number of the brands listed there have sample sets that you can purchase; which is a great way to now live with the perfumes (rather than just spray on the day at the store) If you're interested, Kevin (from the Oligarch Boutique in Melbourne) and I are going to do a live online session in which we will be testing/discussing 9 fragrances from 3 different perfume House's. Here's the link to book a seat in the session: www.nfcperfumes.com/products/shop-with-us-at-the-oligarch-boutique-28th-july-2023 This is a great way to experience the perfumes but also have some 'navigation' as to the fragrance's plus you can ask questions etc.. Hope that helps @sdnalyam, great to hear from you 💫

Boom Baby!! 💥 Any particular fragrance that stands out the most in the range?🤔

@@TheNicheFragranceCollectorAurica...Boadicea de Victorious. My next purchase...What do you think Marcelo???

I haven’t had the chance to test Aurica (we don’t have the full collection in Australia)….I had a look at the notes on Fragrantica and this one looks amazing. I’m a big fan of Woody Oriental (Amber) fragrances and this one looks like a winner. Have you had the chance to test this? I would be curious to know how it wears on you Edgar

@@TheNicheFragranceCollector hello again Marcelo..About Aurica.. Great Parfum..Amazing I feel some pineaple in it, I love that note by the way..It is to be used on Especial Ocations..I see very Manly..It will be my next Purchase . Thanks MARCELO and my best wishes.✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔.

I would have to agree with you Edgar, the pineapple note in a fragrance always makes it pop♥️ I’m going to look out for this fragrance. Hopefully my local distributor brings it in. Always good to hear from you Edgar

Hey Scott, thank you! I have sampled the Musk Aoud and loved it! I'm going to have to hunt down Sweetie Aoud. I'm based in Australia and my local niche retailer doesn't carry Roja's full range...where did you get yours?

Try scentsplit.

Thx Scott will do

Elysium is perfect for summer/spring kind of weather. Naxos is awesome as a going out fragrance or even during the cooler months…. So if you are experiencing these two weather conditions then my recommendation is to buy both😉

@@TheNicheFragranceCollector thanks, will definitely be getting them both :D

Thanks for those reference’s in Exodus! I loved reading chapter 30 and the thought of the sweet incense that needed to be burned; would have smelled amazing. And yes, Elysium smells heavenly 😇 Love wearing this fragrance♥️ Awesome to connect with you @preciousokonkwo4116, thanks for reaching out

Great to hear from you @Raphael Mella! Yes, Libertine Parfumerie are amazing at lining up special guests in their Masterclasses. This year alone I've had the pleasure of connecting with the Founders to Memo, Ormonde Jayne, Amouage (Fragrance Director) and these were only on the classes that I joined (I know that they've had others come on board) Great to hear from you Raphael, wonderful to connect

Thank you🙏🏻 appreciate the support and encouragement! This is a really difficult question as I use both equally I always rate a fragrance based on my ‘reach/use’ and both of these I am constantly reaching for…. Sorry that I can’t be of any better help. My recommendation is go out and test these fragrance independently. Wear it for the day and see how you respond to it…. and then buy both😂

​@@TheNicheFragranceCollector thanks for your reply. I'll definitely do that! One more question, with your permission: do you find any value in keeping both aventus and the Cologne version in your collection? Many thanks 🙏

Awesome question! Actually, yes, is my response. I find that Aventis is a perfect cooler weather winter fragrance for me whereas Aventus Cologne sparkles better in summer, but yet has that classic Aventus DNA I hope that helps 💫

​@@TheNicheFragranceCollector thanks! I've just ordered the Elysium thanks to your channel. 👍

Boom Baby!!♥️💫 Once you get it, look forward to hearing your thoughts on this beauty🥰

Great to hear from you @How To Sapiens....tough question because (in my books) both are brilliant scents but serve different situations. Elysium: is subtle power. Citrus opening with a grapefruit note playing throughout the fragrance. It's fresh, summery, happy Green Irish Tweed: is the confidence maker. It makes a statement. It's about letting people know you're in the room. I find Elysium is more 'friendly' and GIT more formal Best recommendation is to test both independently and see how they speak to you and how they make you feel. Great to hear from you, good luck👊🏼

@@TheNicheFragranceCollector wow thank you for the detailed response, I really apreciate that 😃, I just wanted to be 100% sure about my decision, I'll for GIT, thanks sir, love your content!

@@howtosapiens4932 You're welcome! BTW great choice with GIT😎

Hey my brother, God Bless You To! Great to hear from you and I love that you clearly identified what you what the perfume to do: 1. Longevity 2. Projection 3. Compliment Getter 4. Smells Like A Boss The perfect line up! Something that everyone wants from their perfume, for sure. Regarding Elysium, because you’re in a humid location I’m not sure on it’s projection and staying power. I have a feeling that the version I’m speaking about here (the Cologne version) might evaporate too quickly. You could try the ‘Parfum’ version of this fragrance and I’m going to say it will have a lot more kick. Both Aventus and Green Irish will be winners and tick all the boxes above. However one that I would recommend you try, that also falls into the above catergory, but has it’s own unique scent profile plus it’s a ‘Parfum extract’ which means you’ll get more distance, is Hacivat by Nishane…this is an amazing fragrance and is definitely a ‘compliment getter’ Good Luck!🙌🏽 Let me know what you decide on and how it performs I’d be curious to know. Thanks again for your comment and loved the question!

@@TheNicheFragranceCollector thank you brother for your great response. I will try to find that last fragrance you recommended me and let you know. New subscriber right here. Keep it up!!

@@TheNicheFragranceCollector hey brother, which store sales that hacivat nishane? I’m looking for a store in Miami that had it so I can try it

I’m in Melbourne, Australia so not sure of the local retailers in the US. However I had a look on Fragrance X, and I noticed that they stock it. However I would recommend that you test first….blind buying is risky business. Hope that helps

Thank you for subscribing; that’s awesome and very much appreciated 👊🏽

Hi there @zDoMinaTe, great to hear from you. You can buy from Libertine Parfumerie: www.libertineparfumerie.com.au/collections/roja-parfums They're very generous with extra samples with all their orders, so it's an awesome way to purchase.....good luck!!

@@TheNicheFragranceCollector thanks for your reply! Good to see another Aussie. Subscribed!

​@@zDoMinaTe Thank you👊🏼🙏🏼 that's awesome! Very much appreciated

Hey Michael, I thought I responded to your comment....but not sure now?? Local Aussie price is $479 and if you buy online via Libertine Parfumerie, all NFC subscribers can get 10% off and free delivery! Code is NFC10....do it!

Thank you for reaching out. Yes, for many years I mispronouncing this🤦🏽‍♂️ (what a rookie). You would be happy to know that all the latest episodes have the correct pronunciation 🤩 Thanks again @Mike R for reaching out, appreciated buddy

I find that the staying power on me is about 6-7 hours (confidently picking up the fragrance), so it's not a beast mode perfume that will take you to 12hours + But you're right in saying that it's a beautiful fragrance, I love wearing this one too Thanks for jumping into the conversation Rickie👊🏽

I had to click on the link to find out what was the moment....🥰 (love it Yanik) Thank you for jumping into the conversation, very much appreciate you taking the time to do this👊🏽

Hmmm, tough question as both have their strong points….but if I look at constant ‘reach’, then it’s going to have to be Aventus Cologne🤩 Have u tried this one? It’s amazing in summer

I ordered Elysium and will be getting it this week. 🙏

My friend, you are ‘vibrating’ at a different level😎 I love that the Gods are still alive in your book….I’ve always wondered how did these myths actually originate (I’m fascinated by all of it). Great to hear from you @John Ward

@@TheNicheFragranceCollector Thomas V. Prevenslik's 'electron spin vibration' hypothesis of olfactory perception? LOL (Don't open the door to me!!) : )) Good job on your channel, btw. Thanks.

Whoa! 😳 you are speaking a new language my friend!! I’m going to have to research this hypothesis🤔

@@TheNicheFragranceCollector Luca Turin... In there. And just about nowhere else!

Going into 2023 it is not worth it. Sadly

I think I have a soft spot for this fragrance. It's true that compared to some other aromatic fragrance's (like Hacivat for instance), Elysium doesn't have the same 'staying power' but I so deeply love the scent profile of this fragrance, it just makes me happy the whole time I'm wearing it. Appreciate you sharing Francisco; very much love your input on this👊🏽

Or Greenley by PDM

Amen, my friend, completely agree😇

Funny, I have heard some guys tell me this. I find that 3-4 sprays more than does me. But yes, Oligarch is way more punchy....but so is the price 😎 Thanks @Santiago Del Rio for watching and sharing your comments👊🏼

Dang it! Mine got lost in the mail, I had to buy my one😩 You’re right in saying that the longevity isn’t huge, but I still get a comfortable 5 to 6 hours from the fragrance; with both me and those around me able to pick up the fragrance Appreciate you jumping into the conversation Christopher, good to hear your thoughts on this💫👊🏾

Big call! But definitely gives it a run for its money....have you tried Danger by Roja Dove?

@@TheNicheFragranceCollector never. Is it good? Would you recommend enigma? I am a teenager

@@evanchu4067 Hey Evan, Enigma is awesome. It’s a warmer, more gourmande fragrance, works really well in warmer weather or as a going out fragrance. I would recommend both Elysium and Danger. Are u in Australia? I can recommend some retailers where u can go in and sample the fragrance

@@TheNicheFragranceCollector thank you very much! May I chat with you on Instagram to ask you more questions? Thank you

@@evanchu4067 Hey Evan, yes! Let’s do that. Send me a DM via Instagram and I’ll respond to that

You mean the bible reference🤔That's all real my friend!....well maybe stretching a long bow😬 Thanks for reaching out, great to hear from you @Tim Dane and yes, would recommend that you test out; you'll be impressed😎

Either that or he reads his Bible😇....great to hear from you mate👊🏼

Apologies for the very late response to your comment here Sem. Let me answer your last question first.....I was much deeper in my years with niche when I spent my first big dollars (incidentally with Roja also) and yes, it did feel like "what am I doing???" BUT, this is what I love🧡🧡 (and I can see this is what you love too); so for me, I get some much happiness everytime I spray and use these fragrances that I've moved on. I guess the only catch for me is to make sure not to go crazy and loose my head buying, especially if I don't have the cash for it.....but for this purchase, I was saving up for it, so it was a conscious decision. The other thing I've discovered is that "if not today, then later". At first I felt that if I didn't get the special on it, that I was going to miss out. I've discovered that there's a million sales!! So eventually I'm going to have it. I totally agree that Elysium is a scent of the gods. This is a masterpiece and such a joy to wear. I always get compliments; it radiates such masculine strength, aromatic happiness...Sandra love's it when I'm wearing it. And yes the parfum is a lot more complex and has greater projection and staying power. Personally Sem, great choice. A fragrance for life my friend. Wishing you and your family the best over the season🧡💫

​@@TheNicheFragranceCollector Don't worry about the response times, whenever it may be I get happy receiving these replies. You're right with the sales, I was already hesitating with the 100ml Elysium Parfum for 50ml price, and then they even put a Haute Luxe atomizer with it. 😅 The thing I've realized lately is (for sure with Niche Fragrances), it may be better sometimes to buy smaller / less ml bottles even if they are a bit more expensive per ml, because with a large collection I probably won't see the end of many bottles. I plan on getting 35 ml versions of Oud Satin Mood and Gentle Fluidity Silver. But I know this Elysium will get used often in the spring / summer. Can't wait to try out his Vetiver Fragrance, what do you think about that one? *excuse me, just remembered the Maté Talk with Michael Marzano where you tried this one I also wish you, Sandra and the rest of your family the best for the holidays 🧡 🎄🎆

Thanks Sem; wishing you and family the best also over this Christmas period❤️ I like your idea on getting the smaller bottles, Plus it gives you the chance to have a wider collection. Great to hear from you Sem

Not at all