All You Need is Desire

Final Thoughts

Choosing All You Need is Desire over its muse means trading complexity for straightforwardness. You get the same basic vibe – sweet, minty, and woody – but with a less polished execution. Think of it as a cover song: recognizable, but without the unique artistry of the original. If you favor a sweeter, more concentrated aroma, and don't mind a slight synthetic edge, it could work for you.

The Scent Profile

All You Need is Desire kicks off with a blast of candied apple, almost like a green apple Jolly Rancher dipped in peppermint schnapps. It lacks the refined citrus zest found in the inspiration. As it settles, the tonka emerges, sweeter and less nuanced than the Eros version; imagine almond extract mixed with powdered sugar. The ambroxan is there, providing that familiar, musky backbone, but it's a simpler, linear presentation. The drydown reveals vanilla, a bit syrupy, and cedarwood. Sadly, instead of the genuine woody depth I'm used to, I get something akin to cedar-scented pencil shavings.

How Long Does it Last?

I clocked about six hours of decent longevity, which is serviceable for a workday. Projection is moderate, extending about an arm's length for the first two hours, then gradually settling closer to the skin. I wore it during an evening out at a casual bar, and it felt appropriate for that setting, though it needed reapplication later on.