This article is sponsored by Romano
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Imagine a fragrance that smells so good, you wish you can eat it.
That's exacty what Romano's latest perfume smells like – think walking past a bakery and getting a whiff of fresh pies and chocolate.
Introducing Romano’s first-ever gourmand fragrance: Maestro!
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Romano, the leading premium men’s fragrance brand, takes a bold leap into the world of gourmand perfumery with its Maestro Eau De Parfum – a rich, sensorial experience inspired by dessert-like notes.
It’s designed for the modern man, who embraces both refined masculine and unapologetic indulgence.
So, what does it actually smell like?
This scent opens with fresh spearmint, bergamot and clary sage, like a minty breeze on a hot day.
Then, it transitions into an indulgent hazelnut, creamy milk and just the right amount of lavender.
And finally, the base notes: dark chocolate, benzoin and moss – leaving you with a rich, refined yet delectable aura.
Whether you’re going on a dinner date or just want to feel more confident, this perfume leaves a lasting impression. Plus, it’s an Eau De Parfum, so it stays with you until end of the day!
They even made actual desserts based on the fragrance notes!
@hitzdotmy Smell like a snack—literally. ROMANO’s new Maestro Eau De Parfum just dropped—and trust, it’s built different. Their first-ever gourmand fragrance is bringing the vibes: spearmint, bergamot, hazelnut, milk, and a dark chocolate finish. Dessert meets masculinity? We're so here for it. 🔥 Made for the modern man who’s all about style, scent, and staying power—this is an Eau De Parfum (EDP), so it’s not playing around. It sticks with you whole day, just like your best flex. And because ROMANO doesn’t do basic, they even teamed up with dessert legends sōfte to create a full-on fragrance-inspired 3-course omakase. Think Pavlova, Apple Pie, and Triple Chocolate Mousse—aka a full sensory takeover. ROMANO Maestro EDP—now available nationwide at Watsons, Guardian, Mydin, Shopee & TikTok Shop. Smell good. Feel legendary. #ROMANOMaestro #ScentOfSuccess #Romanomy #RomanoEDP ♬ original sound - HITZ
To celebrate Maestro’s launch, Romano recently teamed up with the renowned dessert atelier, sōfte, to create a special omakase experience. Chef Elwyn Boyles concocted 3 limited-edition desserts, each inspired by the fragrance notes – and we got to taste them!
Meringue symphony
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Inspired by the top notes, this pavlova was fresh, light and packed with minty zing. It was a harmonious blend of broken meringue, spearmint ice cream, bergamot-scented custard, and sage powder.
Eau de Orchard
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Then came the middle notes, reimagined as a dreamy pie. It was a layer of hazelnut sponge and salted milk purée, with a hint of lavender.
Noir Indulgence
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Finally, the base note dessert: a rich chocolate mousse, chocolate soil and green tea moss. Deep, indulgent, and totally addictive.
The dishes were so delicious, we could 'taste' the perfume.
Add this sweet scent to your collection now!
Romano Maestro Eau De Parfum is now available at Watsons, Guardian, Shopee, TikTok Shop and Mydin.
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