L'Impressio III

How it Smells

L'Impressio III opens with that recognizable tart kiwi and rhubarb combo, just like L'Imperatrice 3. You get a peppery zing, but it's a bit sharper here, a tad more synthetic. The watermelon note blooms quickly. It's refreshing, juicy, and sweet, but less photorealistic than the D&G. The dry down is where it deviates most. Instead of a clean, airy musk, there's a slightly woody undertone, the "lemon tree" note, giving it a different character. It's maybe 88% similar overall.

Performance Reality Check

For an inexpensive clone, the performance is solid. I get about 5-6 hours on skin with moderate projection for the first hour. It sits closer to the skin after that. It’s definitely a wear-to-work or daytime casual scent. Reapplication might be needed for a night out.

Is it Worth It?

L'Impressio III is a decent option if you're looking for a fruity, fresh, and clean fragrance on a budget. If you crave the *exact* experience of L'Imperatrice 3, you might be slightly disappointed by the synthetic opening and the woody dry down. But let's be real, this gets you pretty darn close. If you just want a refreshing summer scent and don’t want to spend a fortune, grab this.