Cruz del Sur II Clones

"### How it Smells Desire II jumps out of the gate with a juicy, almost candied mango. The guava and pineapple add to that tropical punch. It's sweeter than Cruz del Sur II right away. Where the Xerjoff leans creamy, this is more fruity-forward. The heart brings in a black currant note that's slightly tart, battling the sweetness. I pick up a generic floral aspect, and that violet leaf adds a hint of green. As it dries down, the milky accord arrives, but it’s not as rich or smooth as the original. The musk gives it a skin-like feel, but there’s a slightly synthetic edge to the dried fruits. Overall, I'd say it captures maybe 90% of Cruz del Sur II’s DNA, but with some shortcuts. ### Final Thoughts If you're craving that tropical milky vibe of Cruz del Sur II but can't stomach the Xerjoff price tag, Desire II is a decent substitute. It’s a fun, fruity fragrance, ideal for warm weather. The sweetness might be too much for some. But you are paying for higher quality ingredients. This clone offers a good approximation . Worth a blind buy if you like sweet, fruity scents. ### Longevity & Projection Longevity is solid. I get a good 6-7 hours on my skin. Projection is moderate for the first two hours, creating a nice scent bubble. After that, it settles closer to the skin. Good performance point."