Valentino Donna Born in Roma Green Stravaganza was released in 2024. It has notes of Lapsang Souchong tea, jasmine and vanilla. This is an EDT, eau de toilette. From the brand - "Born in Roma Donna Green Stravaganza is an opulent fragrance that captures the essence of Rome's lush gardens and vibrant spirit. This floral-ambery scent, featuring a luxurious blend of Lapsang Souchong tea and Jasmine absolute, encapsulates the grandeur of the eternal city.The fragrance belongs to the Floral-Ambery family. It starts with the smoky and intriguing aroma of Lapsang Souchong Tea at the top. The heart of the fragrance is a radiant display of Jasmine Absolute, symbolizing modern femininity under the Roman sun. The scent culminates with a base of rich Vanilla Extract, sustainably sourced, adding a captivating and luxurious finish to this extraordinary olfactory journey. Born in Roma Donna Green Stravaganza is more than just a fragrance; it's an experience that invites you to embrace your unique identity and the freedom to express yourself. This scent is an ode to the iconic Valentino Rockstud, reflecting the daring and luxurious ethos of Maison Valentino."
Fragrantica - "I love this! I wasn't a huge fan of the original, and intense gave me a headache, but I also have Yellow Dream which I like, but Green Stravaganza is my favorite so far! ...It has a really beautiful sweetness from the vanilla that I love. It isn't a straight up vanilla though, it's more of a candy sweetness mixed with the Jasmine that I get. I also don't know how much of a "tea" fragrance this is, because maybe I just don't know what Lapsong Souchang smells like. I think the tea adds a slight aromatic greenness to it. I also definitely do get the original DBIR DNA swirling around in the background. Overall I just really like this flanker the best. "
Fragrantica - "Springtime in a bottle. My grandma smiled when I showed her this & said it smelled like caramelo. My aunt also said “ooooooh I realllyyyy like it”. The opening is quite aromatic & herbal-green. I’m surprised they aren’t listed as accords because it reminds me of a freshly brewed cup of tea. I don’t find it sweet at all; it is more of a green jasmine with light sugar touches, but then the base notes resemble the original Donna Born in Roma. However Green Stravaganza is more of an airy vanilla. "
Fragrantica - "I really loved all phases of the fragrance. The opening is green and fresh from the Tea, then the jasmine comes in and does a little tango on my skin. Finally, that dry down was what got me! I love how light, yet persistent the fragrance was that was wafting up to my nose. It was so pretty!"
