Vivienne Westwood: Libertine, Eau de Toilette

My initial reaction on finding a new Westwood scent was pure excitement, because although I like the perfume's predecessor, Boudoir, I find this scent quite overpowering at times. Libertine is the complete opposite, almost like a naughty daughter of Boudoir. It is light and fresh with a hint of sexuality just to keep you guessing. The bottle is a similar shape with the traditional royal orb on top, Westwood's trademark. Inside is a cacophany of fragrance with sun-drenched pineapple and grapefruit hitting you full in the face followed by bergamot and passion fruit. In the heart of the scent is a more floral mix of lily, honeysuckle and vibrurnum, giving it a lift ...  Read the complete review