Gold vs Not A Perfume

Commodity Gold Expressive is praised for its beautiful, creamy vanilla scent and sophisticated character, but severely criticized for its lack of projection and poor longevity that doesn't justify its high price. Multiple users report the fragrance has been reformulated and weakened over time, with many seeking alternatives or dupes like Zara's Golden Decade or Lost in a Dream by Navitus Parfums that offer better performance at lower cost.

Not A Perfume is extremely divisive, with reactions ranging from love to hatred depending heavily on individual skin chemistry and potential genetic anosmia to its key molecules. The fragrance works beautifully for some wearers who find it comforting and receive compliments, but others experience it as unpleasantly sharp or can't smell it at all, making it one of the most unpredictable fragrances in the community.