Blind bought Versace Bright Crystal Absolu EDP at Costco for $59.99 - keep or return?

Blind bought Versace Bright Crystal Absolu EDP at Costco for $59.99 - keep or return?

I picked up Versace Bright Crystal Absolu at Costco yesterday for $59.99 but now am debating whether I should keep it or not. The price is similar to discounters like Jomashop and FragranceNet. I have not smelled it previously. It was the only Versace EDP - the rest of the Versace fragrances were Bright Crystal EDT. I enjoy a wide range of scent profiles, from creamy tropical and solar to oceanic freshies and fruity florals. I also adore deep sensual warm evening type of scents like Versace Crustal Noir EDP and Parfum. Some have compared this fragrance to Victoria's Secret Bombshell and I have to say I really like a lot of the Victoria's Secret perfumes, including many of the Bombshell flankers. Others have said this is generic and not long lasting. Any insights are appreciated. I have a relatively large collection so I am trying to discern whether or not I truly should keep this fragrance!

Fragrance Family: Floral

Scent Type: Floral, fruity, musky

Key Notes

Top - Yuzu, Iced Accord, Pomegranate

Middle - Peony, Magnolia, Lotus Flower, Raspberry

Base - Acajou, Vegetal Amber, Musk

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Missing pug mix in Tiburon, CA - please help us bring Apollo home

Our small French bulldog pug mix has been lost since Tuesday afternoon (8/4) on Mar East Road in Tiburon, CA. He answers to Apollo and will come to you for a treat. We are beyond worried - please contact Tom at [650 814 0885](tel:650 814 0885) if found. He is microchipped.

8/6 update: He is still missing - for those in Marin County, CA, please check in your garages and underneath decks. He is a chow hound and loves to eat and goes for garbage. Thank you for help and support. Our hearts are breaking.

Our beloved 25 pound white/cream French bulldog pug mix, Apollo

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u/eldermillenialmakeup — 15 days ago
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Lost dog in Tiburon - cream French bulldog pug mix named Apollo

Our small French bulldog pug mix has been lost since yesterday afternoon on Mar East road in Tiburon. He answers to Apollo and will come to you for a treat. We are so worried - please contact Tom at 650 814 0885 if found. He is microchipped.

Update: He is still missing - please check in your garages and underneath decks. He is a chow hound and loves to eat and goes for garbage. Thank you for help and support.

u/eldermillenialmakeup — 15 days ago
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Glitchgate order arrived - my personal high of summer 2026

A very special thank you again to the original poster of this magical, joy-inducing Kohls X Sephora loophole and to this subreddit community who helped so many of us, providing guidance and answering each other's questions! I am a fragrance enthusiast and was so thrilled to get these full/larger sizes for 50% off. I wore the Ouai Melrose Place perfume today - a lovely fresh rose. I haven't opened/tried my other products yet but have heard great things. I would love to know your thoughts. <3

Ouai St. Barts Gentle Body Wash 10 fl

Ouai Cape Town Super Dry Invisible Dry Shampoo 4.5 fl

Ouai Melrose Place EDP 1.7 fl

Ouai North Bondi EDP 1.7 fl

Moroccanoil Lumiere du Jour EDP 2 fl

u/eldermillenialmakeup — 1 month ago

Coming soon from Zara, The Latte Edit Collection: Almost Pink, Ubbe Latte, and Cloud Sorbet

I was so excited to see these new fragrances come through my inbox. Latte/tea scents are having such a moment right now! I am especially exited for Ubbe Latte (the spelling though…) and Cloud Sorbet. If you think these are supposed to be dupes/inspired by fragrances or know of similar fragrances, let us know in the comments!
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New! Coming Soon - The Latte Edit

New second-skin scents, made to melt into you

ALMOST PINK EDP 30ML (1.01 FL. OZ). Soft, intimate, and comforting. A fragrance inspired by perfumes that melt into the skin. Raspberry provides a delicate and luminous glow that blends with the powdery softness of iris, creating a clean and enveloping sensation. Musk adds depth and warmth, leaving a subtle trail that lingers close to the skin. A delicate trail that seems to emanate from the skin itself. Ambery Musky | Soft, clean, and comforting. https://www.zara.com/us/en/almost-pink-edp-30ml--1-01-fl--oz---p20120954.html?v1=545401347&v2=2419833

UBBE LATTE EDP 30ML (1.01 FL. OZ). Creamy, warm, and addictive. The luminous freshness of bergamot blends with the velvety softness of mimosa, giving way to an irresistible ube latte accord. Bourbon vanilla provides an enveloping warmth that lingers close to the skin, creating that soft, addictive comfort that defines the new generation of fragrances. Ambery floral | Creamy, enveloping, and sophisticated. https://www.zara.com/us/en/ubbe-latte-edp-30ml--1-01-fl--oz---p20120955.html?v1=545404633&v2=2419833

CLOUD SORBET EDP 30ML (1.01 FL. OZ.). Like a soft cloud on the skin, the luminosity of bergamot melts into a delicate taro bubble tea accord, creamy, milky, and subtly sweet. Vanilla, tonka bean, and musk provide a velvety softness that stays close to the skin, leaving a clean, warm, and comforting sensation. Citrusy musk | Creamy, delicate, and comforting. https://www.zara.com/us/en/cloud-sorbet-edp-30ml--1-01-fl--oz---p20120956.html?v1=545401349&v2=2419833

u/eldermillenialmakeup — 2 months ago

ISO of Mugler Angel Iced Star and Eau Croisiere (2017, 2020) decants

I would love to find decants (ideally 2ml, 5ml or 10ml sprays) of Mugler Angel Iced Star and Eau Croisiere (there were 2017 and 2020 versions). These are all discontinued but supposed to be beautiful summer flankers of Mugler Angel. I would love to try them before investing in a full bottle. I would be open to partial bottles as well. I am located in the US.

Thank you so much! :)

u/eldermillenialmakeup — 3 months ago

Has anyone tried the new Avon Far Away Rio Eau de Parfum?

Aleisha Budget Beauty on YouTube recently raved about this fragrance and now I am so intrigued! The notes sound gorgeous and unique for summer and I cannot get enough of fruity lactonic fragrances (cashew milk? say less...). I have never tried an Avon fragrance so I would love to know if anyone has smelled and/or owns this fragrance! I don't see it on Fragrantica yet either.

Description: Sun, soul and samba. Dance in the streets and join the raucous revelry with notes of juicy mango, coconut water and sweet cashew milk, a celebration of uninhibited joy and exotic exuberance. 1.7 fl. oz. 

NOTES  
Top: Pink Pineapple, Juicy MangoCoconut Water 
Mid: Lily Petals, Freesia Blooms, Star Jasmine, Tonka Bean 
Base: Sweet Cashew Milk, Sandalwood, Vanilla, Golden Amber

Retail: $32 (currently on sale for $25 as of 5/22/2026) and available on the Avon website. Limited Edition. April 2026 release.

u/eldermillenialmakeup — 3 months ago