Valentino Donna Born In Roma is a luxurious fragrance range from the iconic Italian fashion house, Valentino. The fragrance collection is inspired by the beauty of Rome and its magical atmosphere, combining classical Italian scents with modern sophistication and elegance. The range includes four different scents; in this review I will take a closer look at each of these fragrances, their scent notes and overall impressions.
| Perfume | Fragrance Notes | Release |
|---|---|---|
| Valentino Donna Born In Roma | Blackcurrant, Jasmine, Bourbon Vanilla | 2017 |
| Valentino Donna Born In Roma Yellow Dream | Lemon, Rose | 2020 |
| Valentino Donna Born In Roma Coral Fantasy | Orange, Kiwi, Jasmine, Ambrette | 2022 |
| Valentino Donna Born In Roma Intense | Benzoin, Vanilla, Jasmine | 2023 |
| Valentino Born In Roma Rendez-Vous Pink PP | Orange Blossom, Vanilla | 2023 |
| Valentino Born In Roma Green Stravaganza | Lapsang Souchong Tea, Jasmine, Vanilla | 2024 |
Table of Contents
- Valentino Donna Born In Roma
- Valentino Donna Born In Roma Intense
- Valentino Donna Born In Roma Yellow Dream
- Valentino Donna Born In Roma Coral Fantasy
- Valentino Born In Roma Rendez-Vous Pink PP
- Valentino Born In Roma Green Stravaganza
Valentino Donna Born In Roma
Valentino Donna Born In Roma has been a big hit since its launch in 2017.
Donna Born In Roma is a quite different fragrance to the original Valentino Donna. The perfume has a strong Jasmine note which is accompanied by fruity notes of Blackcurrant and Bergamot.
Vanilla is used again but its a Bourbon Vanilla which is warmer and sexier than a typical Vanilla (its the same type of Vanilla which Valentino use in their Voce Viva perfumes).
Personally, I think the original Born In Roma perfume is the best fragrance in the range because it’s interesting, can be worn throughout the year and has good lasting power.
I’d wear Born In Roma on a night out or date night, and Yellow Dream or Coral Fantasy in hot weather.
Valentino Donna Born In Roma Intense
2023 sees the release of Valentino Donna Born In Roma Intense. This new perfume is totally different to the original Born In Roma and doesn’t have any of the fruity notes we have come to associate with the range. Instead, Born In Roma Intense is a deep Amber fragrance which is sultry and warm; it feels like a winter fragrance to me. Benzoin combines with Vanilla and a hint of Jasmine to create a fragrance which reminds me of Mugler’s Alien Goddess.
Valentino Donna Born In Roma Yellow Dream
Valentino Donna Born In Roma Yellow Dream is a much lighter and fresher fragrance compared to its predecessors. As the yellow colour suggests, Born In Roma Yellow Dream is all about a zesty fresh Lemon. This is accompanied by a rose and clean musk. I find that the Lemon note brings out the fresh green notes in rose; image a rose just cut, covered in morning dew. This simple fragrance is ideal for summer and humid days. The lasting power is nowhere near as good as the Valentino Donna Born In Roma original but that is typical of citrus scents.
Valentino Donna Born In Roma Coral Fantasy
Valentino Donna Born In Roma Coral Fantasy is a fruity summer version of the original Born In Roma perfume. Kiwi and Orange are the fruity top notes. These are followed by Jasmine, Rose and Ambrette Musk which give the fragrance a feminine floral body. Valentino Donna Born In Roma Coral Fantasy is an Eau De Parfum and I find it lasts longer than Yellow Dream. I recommend it for use during the day, any time of year.
Valentino Born In Roma Rendez-Vous Pink PP
This limited edition version comes in a hot pink bottle which is said to be a shade of pink created by the Valentino fashion house. Valentino Born In Roma Rendez-Vous Pink PP is a sweet, gourmand fragrance which combines orange blossom with vanilla to create a warm combination that doesn’t have the fresh fruitiness of the original.
Valentino Born In Roma Green Stravaganza
Personally, I think Green Stravaganza is the most unique fragrance in the Born In Roma range. The signature jasmine heart note and a hint of vanilla echo the original scent, but what I love is the unique Lapsang Souchong tea top note. This creates a fresh, green and slightly herbal feel to the composition which really stands-out in today’s market. Valentino Born In Roma Green Stravaganza is ideal for spring and summer when a green fragrance emphasises the natural scents of the world around us.
