Few people know, but the founder of the daring perfume brand Juliette Has A Gun is the great-grandson of the legendary Nina Ricci.
Genes, fate, name, work, love for fragrances and the desire to create real masterpieces helped Romano Ricci continue the legacy of his great ancestors with dignity.
The concept of the brand is "perfume as a weapon of seduction", and the main inspiration was Shakespeare's Juliet, who lives in the 21st century. Here is how Romano Ricci explained it:
I wanted to open a new universe for the modern woman, where romance and fragility are harmoniously combined with freedom and independence.
How it all began
Literally since birth, Romano found himself in the world of fashion, in an atmosphere of beauty and creativity. His childhood years were spent at the factory of the famous grandfather - Robert Ricci, which he remembers with special warmth:
I am very grateful to him for training my sense of smell from an early age, revealing to me his vision of the world of aromas. None of my subsequent hobbies coulderase those childhood lessons.
Proud of his family's legacy, he decides to prove not so much to the world as to himself that he can succeed on his own, and as a result creates something special: Juliette Has a Gun, which was introduced to the world in December 2006. As conceived by Romano, Shakespeare's Juliet was transported to the 21st century and armed with a pistol. By the way, the weapon in her hands is a fragrance that hits right on target. The first two perfumes Ricci created together with the great Francis Kurkidzhan, the next - on his own.
The story of "Juliet with a gun"
Today the series has grown significantly, but initially there were 7 compositions. Romano calls them "episodes" - each of them tells the story of the life and growing up of the main character. And if you want to start from the beginning, the women in the Juliette Has A Gun reviews recommend buying Miss Charming (2006), which expresses Juliet's romanticism. Defending her individuality, she turns into a rebel Lady Vengeance. After 2 years, having understood what power sensuality has, our heroine turns to Citizen Queen. The masculine character helps her find Calamity J, and the composition Midnight Oud becomes the completion of the image. The next fragrance that Romano Ricci introduced to his fans appeared in 2010. Its uniqueness lies in the olfactory pyramid, consisting of only one synthetic note - ambroxan. This complex structure gives the fragrance that sensuality that exudes a woman's skin.
The intriguing perfumes of the Italian brand have already found their loyal customers, who appreciate the truly elegant sound, capable of demonstrating a new breath of life every time. One drop of fragrance serves as a reminder that at any moment you can find love, which will create a real miracle by writing a great story of two hearts.
Top fragrances from Juliette Has A Gun. Customer Reviews
Here are the fragrances that girls particularly like:
- Flower-chypre composition Lady Vengeance conquers with tenderness from the first notes. The olfactory pyramid consists of shades of lavender, patchouli, musk, bergamot and ambroxan, and a persistent vanilla trail will make every man turn around after you.
- Bold and fiery sound of Calamity J will appeal to extraordinary personalities. He is able to tell much more than the mistress of the bottle can tell about herself. It contains notes of cinnamon, tonka bean, delicate iris petals, patchouli leaves, and the trail is presented in the form of an amber-musky cloud.
- Feeling of freedom with a drop of optimism and slight bitchiness will give White Spirit perfume. In its luxurious sound, buyers have noticed the play of opposites, where the sweet sensuality of jasmine and tuberose competes with the imperious character of woody shades.
- Judging by the reviews, Juliette Has A Gun Not A Perfume is revealed differently on each girl. This perfume bouquet is based on two ambroxan molecules, which allow the composition to be combined with other perfumes. By the way, the ambroxan component is strongaphrodisiac. Therefore, becoming the owner of a perfume, get ready to bathe in male attention.
- Harmonious Midnight Oud, as the name implies, is dedicated to the valuable Oud tree, which is the main character of the olfactory pyramid. Thanks to him, the perfume sounds elegant, subtle and completely unpretentious. Also included are sweet raspberry accords, the same ambroxan molecules, musk, bergamot and norlimbanol.
- In their reviews of Juliette Has A Gun, the girls called Oil Fiction the ideal option for autumn, the sound of which evokes memories of the fairy tale "A Thousand and One Nights". The secret is in the thick oriental sound. From the first notes, the composition shimmers with different shades, as if playing with its mistress, and at the end it demonstrates a persistent woody-vanilla trail - both gentle and passionate.
Not A Perfume
"Not a Perfume" - with this name Romano Ricci decided to demonstrate the originality and individuality of the new fragrance. In fact, this is another essence of a woman who, like a second skin, does not stand out against the general background, but only demonstrates a slight hint of smell.
Juliet is fully armed again and once again uses ambroxan instead of bullets, repeating the sound of natural amber. But the main characteristic of the component is not hidden, but overtly sexual notes.
Women in the reviews of Juliette Has A Gun Not A Perfume assure that the "horse" of the fragrance is humidity and heat, since it is in such weather that the notes gain strength and demonstrate their best qualities. When appliedit doesn’t seem to be felt, but it only seems, because then Juliet takes out her gun, shoots, and an incredibly delicate bouquet opens on the skin, eventually forming a cloud of bliss.
Cistus, musk and styrax echo in the provocative Not A Perfume. Their interweaving is associated with a powdery cloud that surrounds its owner with a light haze of mystery and unpredictability. At the end, you will definitely hear male chords. No wonder, because we are talking about an independent and daring Juliet, but do not forget: she is still the same girl with a bright soul, ready to give her life for love.
Juliette Has A Gun Lady Vengeance: reviews and description of perfume
Defending her individuality, the tender girl becomes a rebel and turns into a revenge lady. The composition pleases with a refined train. Rebelliousness bordering on sophistication - that's what lies behind the dark bottle. Juliet hides her sharp claws behind velvet petals, controversial patchouli and seductive vanilla.
Girls in reviews of Juliette Has A Gun Lady Vengeance claim that this composition is only for real ladies who have fully mastered the art of seduction. A man is only allowed to feel the warmth of her skin, inhale the fragrance of her hair and dream about her, knowing that under a satin cloak her body is tightened in a blood-red corset, and her legs are dressed in silk stockings. And all this inexplicable, exciting sensuality and sexuality, covered with the thinnest veil of tenderness and romanticism, can hardly be called a fragrance,because it seems that this is a natural smell that follows its owner.
White Spirit
Controversial composition is like a drug - from the first use blows the roof. As if you become a victim and you can no longer do without the next dose. Here is what Romano Ricci said:
It's unexpected, but White Spirit was born from my desire for contradictions. It all started with the name - White Spirit. This is an allusion to a well-known flammable product that real Francophiles do not ignore. But this is not the only reason. White Spirit is like a flame under ice. The contrast of pure spirit and pure poison. An immaculate white flower against an explosive dry wood accord. A seemingly unappealing but decidedly irresistible cocktail.
According to reviews of Juliette Has A Gun White Spirit, the girls were satisfied with the expense. Indeed, thanks to the concentrated formula, the perfume is economical: 1-2 drops on the neck or hollow is enough to drive any man crazy. Customers also warn of possible side effects. Get ready for increased attention from strangers in close proximity to your neck and minute-by-minute questions about the name of the "weapon of seduction." Also, stay away from other fragrances - White Spirit is intolerant of blending.
Olfactory pyramid:
- Top accords: tuberose absolute and jasmine sambac.
- Middle notes: ambrocenide, sandalwood (essence).
- Base: aberttolide, ambroxan.
Anyway
Thisperfume has become a true embodiment of freshness and carelessness. Its mischievous sound appeals to both women and men. Continuing the story of Juliet, the fragrance tells that our heroine has found freedom. Now both sexes can live in complete harmony and feel on the same wavelength. Only 15 components were collected in the olfactory pyramid, once again demonstrating the girl's desire for charm and conciseness.
Girls in their reviews of Juliette Has A Gun Anyway claim that a floral woody-musky perfume needs tenderness. However, do not forget: according to the idea of Romano Ricci, our Juliet sees in a man an equal partner, capable of amazing things in tandem with her. Top notes reveal neroli with a slight sourness of exotic lime. The heart is dominated by sensual jasmine accords wrapped in a woody haze. The highlight of the fragrance are hedione molecules, which give the sound unusual extravagant accents.
Liquid Illusion
Let's digress a little from Juliet and move on to another collection called Luxury, which in 2018 was replenished with the long-awaited composition "Liquid Illusion". Pay attention to the design of the bottle. According to Romano Ricci himself, it was not in vain that a rich royal blue color was chosen for the presentation of the new fragrance. It is with this shade that the sound of his next masterpiece is associated. Iridescent accords of violet, heliotrope and iris contribute to this perception. By the way, some buyers found in the design a similarity with the work of another brand - By Killian.
In their reviews of Juliette Has A Gun Liquid Illusion, some girls claim that literally from the first notes the fragrance conquered with its softness and velvety, while others admire its brightness and richness. This once again proves that the composition will reveal itself on each person in its own way.
The top notes are heliotrope, almond and violet. The heart is intoxicated with the fragrance of iris, tuberose and orris root. A harmonious quartet formed in the loop, consisting of notes of amber, tonka bean, Siamese benzoin and musk. The light metallic color of the bouquet is given by the chemical molecules Iracine and Irone, which are obtained from orris root oil.
Romantina
And again about Juliet…
In this new episode of Juliet's life, I wanted to add a little frivolity. Romantina is a modern novel, as light as a meeting in a cozy Roman cafe. The softness of the initial floral accords of this fragrance is only the first impression, an introduction to the main action. As soon as the patchouli accords enter the composition, Romantina becomes a novel in which, once again, my Juliet has the last word.
Women in their reviews of Juliette Has A Gun Romantina recommend perfume to cheerful beauties who conquer with their charm and grace. After all, only a delicate and sensual composition is able to harmoniously echo the image of its mistress, emphasizing her best qualities.
"Romantina" is a musky perfume with white flowers as the main notes. Jasmine accordsare intertwined with orange blossom, while the passionate rose bonds with osmanthus and iris. As soon as the patchouli shades come into play, the true essence of the composition is instantly revealed, where there is a place of chypre, which gradually ends with a wave of vanilla.
Oil Fiction
Debuted in 2013, this mesmerizing oriental-floral composition inspired the creation of the Luxury collection. It differs from its predecessors from the "Juliet with a gun" series by its expressive notes and special appeal.
Complex and at the same time powerful fragrance has become a symbol of sexuality and flat sensuality. However, according to reviews of Juliette Has A Gun in Oil Fiction, there was a place for both sophistication and tenderness. Some buyers claim that the composition shows a wild disposition and sweet energy, which, at the same time, fascinates and seduces.
The bouquet opens with gorgeous accords of bergamot, iris, sensual amber and emotional saffron. Also in the composition you can catch shades of ylang-ylang, papyrus, natural vanilla, which gives the sound naturalness and sophistication.
Midnight Oud
This fragrance is like a centuries-old secret of the East. It is impossible to unravel it. The story continues, and Juliet, surrounded by mysticism, like an oriental beauty, shyly hides her face under the road and a thin veil. But whose daring and bold gaze sparkles there?
Women in reviews of Juliette Has A Gun Midnight Oud claim that the perfume's sound is comparable tosweet sherbet that lulls and intoxicates everyone around. Istoma and bliss shine through in every note. Musicians sing serenades to her, poets write poetry, and her path is strewn with the petals of the most delicate roses. However, beware! Beautiful as a doe, Juliet is fast, and nothing will stop her from getting what she wants.
Main notes:
- Top: Damask rose, bergamot, saffron, papyrus, geranium.
- Heart notes: oud, agar wood, castoreum.
- Base: amber, musk, sandalwood, patchouli.
Mmmm…
During the presentation, Romano Ricci called it an olfactory pleasure that gratifies the senses, and its customers called it a legal forbidden fruit and passionately recommend it to those who want to bring their emotions out and awaken real passion.
The name speaks for itself, because when you feel the first notes, "Mmmm …." involuntarily bursts out of your chest, and your mind paints a picture of something attractive, passionately desired and incredibly seductive.
In general, reviews of Juliette Has A Gun Mmmm… are positive. Customers noted that at first it sounds too rich. A rose is felt, then other flowers. A little later, geranium with caramel comes into its own, but they sound calm and beautiful. A few hours later, the composition exudes a pleasant earthy hue - this is the merit of patchouli. However, the girls claim that, despite the manufacturer's statement, it is difficult to classify it as a unisex: for men, it is too cloying and girlish.sweet.