Bali 18.

Named after the island that cradled Nika’s first brush with motherhood, Bali 18 captures that tender, anticipatory glow. The perfume’s title, “My first Love,” references the newborn feeling that lingered in her heart. Neroli and bergamot were chosen to echo the island’s fresh sea breeze, while orange blossom and the rare civet weave a memory of intimate, sun‑warmed moments.

What’s striking is the blend of bright spice and animalic depth. Coriander and pepper give a subtle heat that frames the citrus, while the heart’s white florals, orange blossom, jasmine, iris, rose, and a hint of honeysuckle, create a powdery bouquet. The base anchors the sweetness with caramel, vanilla and a daring dash of civet, turning the scent into a sweet‑but‑edgy trail.

At first spray, the bergamot and neroli sparkle like sunrise over a tropical reef, instantly brightened by coriander’s green bite and pepper’s gentle sting. Within ten minutes the citrus fades, giving way to a lush heart where orange blossom and jasmine bloom, softened by iris’s silk and rose’s soft petal, while a whisper of honeysuckle adds a honeyed lift. As the day wears on, the base emerges: caramel drips like golden syrup, vanilla rounds it out, and the rare civet leaves an animalic whisper that lingers on clothing for six to eight hours, a quiet reminder of the island’s sensual night.

Wearers often compare Bali 18 to Kilian’s Love Don’t Be Shy, noting the same sweet‑floral core but appreciating the added civet edge. The fragrance has sparked conversation on social forums for its daring animalic note, making it a polarising yet beloved choice among niche collectors seeking a tropical twist on gourmand sweetness.