REPLICA BY THE FIREPLACE - Woda toaletowa

AMAZING MY FAVORITE SCENT

this scent is one of my absolute favorites. smells like vanilla candy and a cozy winter night. it lasts literally all day on your skin. so so worth the money

Best Cologne Ever

This is the best fragrance my man has ever worn. It has the perfect amount of warmness and musk to it and he gets complimented everywhere he goes. I bought him another bottle just because I love how good it smells on him!

Love the scent

I get complimented on this fragrance all the time. It is one of my favorites.

Overall, it is a great fragrance that is woody and spicy; perfect for the upcoming season.

**Maison Margiela Replica By the Fireplace** is a warm and comforting fragrance that has garnered a lot of attention for its evocative scent profile. Here’s a detailed review covering its scent, packaging, projection, versatility, and seasonality: ### Scent By the Fireplace is a unisex fragrance that captures the essence of sitting by a cozy fire on a cold day. The scent opens with smoky and slightly sweet top notes of pink pepper, orange blossom, and clove. As it develops, the heart of the fragrance reveals chestnut, guaiac wood, and juniper, which add a nutty and woody depth. The base notes of vanilla, Peru balsam, and cashmeran provide a warm, slightly creamy finish, evoking the scent of roasted marshmallows and crackling wood. The fragrance is beautifully balanced, with the smoky and sweet notes intertwining to create a comforting, almost nostalgic experience. ### Packaging The packaging of By the Fireplace is in line with the rest of the Maison Margiela Replica collection—minimalist and elegant. The bottle is made of clear glass with a simple white label that mimics a vintage apothecary style, featuring handwritten-like text that describes the scent and its inspiration. The atomizer cap is a metal fixture, adding a touch of industrial chic. The overall aesthetic is clean and understated, which reflects the brand’s focus on evoking memories through scent. ### Projection The projection of By the Fireplace is moderate, which is fitting for its cozy, intimate vibe. It’s not an overpowering fragrance that will fill a room, but rather it stays closer to the skin, creating a warm scent bubble around the wearer. This makes it suitable for personal wear in various settings, without being too intrusive. However, those who prefer stronger, more projecting scents might find it a bit subdued. ### Versatility By the Fireplace is more of a specific mood fragrance rather than an everyday scent, making it slightly less versatile than other fragrances in the Replica line. Its smoky and sweet character makes it ideal for casual settings, relaxed evenings, or cozy indoor activities. It’s less suited for professional or formal occasions, where a fresher or more sophisticated scent might be preferred. While it’s a unisex fragrance, some might find it leaning slightly towards the masculine side due to its smoky woodiness. ### Seasonality This fragrance truly shines in the fall and winter months. The warmth of the vanilla and chestnut, combined with the smoky wood notes, pairs perfectly with cooler weather. It’s designed to evoke the feeling of being by a fireplace, making it an ideal choice for chilly days and nights. In warmer weather, however, the sweetness and smokiness might feel a bit heavy, so it’s best reserved for the colder seasons. ### Conclusion **Maison Margiela Replica By the Fireplace** is a beautifully crafted fragrance that evokes a sense of warmth and comfort. Its unique blend of smoky, woody, and sweet notes creates a cozy atmosphere, making it perfect for fall and winter. While it might not be the most versatile fragrance, it’s an excellent choice for those looking to capture the essence of a cozy evening by the fire. The packaging is understated and elegant, and the moderate projection ensures it’s intimate rather than overpowering.

Warm fragrance

Unique fragrance for my spouse. Love the smell of woods and a warm vanilla and spice smell

Lovely!

Absolutely love this scent, by boyfriend wears it and it does have a strong smokey scent when first sprayed but the dry down is incredible. It truly is so cozy and has that perfect hint of sweetness that makes it impossible to not stop loving the smell of! I know a lot of women wear it, personally it is a bit too masculine for me but it is a great unisex scent for anyone that likes that stiff but sweet scent. Truly lasts all day on the skin as well!

Babyyyyy🔥🪵

Wow!! I got a sample of this from a store and when I tell you is 10 out of 10!!! It’s my duty to get the full bottle. It sprays smoky but the vanilllaaaa dry down is what will turn heads! I love it and can’t wait for a full bottle for my collection!

Delicious!

I love this scent so much! It's like a marshmallow being toasted on the fire at a campground. It's so good. The smoke note is perfect.

I struggle with this one...

This is one I want to like more than I currently do. Maybe my mind will change the more I try it, but for now I feel like this is more of a candle scent to me than one that should be worn on your skin. What I'm noticing with the Replica fragrances is just how literal the titles are. This smells exactly like a burning ember on a log of a campfire. For some, that's a great and nostalgic smell, but does one want to walk around smelling like that all day? I don't. That's where my struggle is. If in a candle form, I would love to have this burning on a Autumn/Winter evening, but I don't see this as being one where someone crosses your path wearing it and you think "that person smells amazing." My girlfriend is fairly nit-picky with fragrances, as we're both lovers of all that smells good and have high standards. Surprisingly, this one actually gets a pretty positive reaction from her. She does love the smells of Fall, but I question if she'd really want me smelling like this all day. The longevity is there as well as the projection, but I simply feel this fragrance has a very specific time and place to be worn. It's far from a daily scent. I could see a bottle laying a lifetime and almost serving more of a purpose as an air freshener in the cooler months. Again, my mind my change in this one, but for now I'll keep it all a 3/5. Definitely test it before you buy it.

Love it!!!! Amazing fragrance!!!

Oh how I love this scent. It is not too overpowering... A warm, seductive fragrance, with just the right hint of vanilla after the dry down... I would recommend more as a fall and winter fragrance but it can be pulled off year long in certain settings.

This is a great scent for a night out in the fall.

Fall? A night out on Bourbon Street, New Orleans? You’ve got it all in one scent! If you’re a woman this would also pair with a vanilla oud scent. Very powerful and will make heads turn.

Love

This scent is delightful, unique and fun to wear. The protection isn’t too strong, packaging is gorgeous and such a versatile scent. I always get compliments with Replica scents.