This house is the one I've been looking for. I feel like I'm home.
My first purchase was a Black Friday blind buy of Aylan based off of the rave reviews, and it didn't disappoint in the slightest. Gorgeous vanilla/rose scent that seems to wear differently on many (many point to the oud as a big note, while the vanilla/rose are my main two which pop from my skin). Compliment getter and one of my new comfort/date night scents.
Filosofia was my second purchase after the discovery set, and one of the best fragrances I think I've ever smelled. This thing has it all. It's earthy, spicy and warm from the tobacco, and with a sweetness from the gourmand notes in the base which don't feel immature in the slightest. I am constantly smelling myself throughout the day when I wear this stuff. It's almost something I would expect from a house like Amouage, if they ever decided to dip into Gourmand territory.
Plus, customer service is top notch. Had a bottle get damaged in shipment and begin to leak, and they were quick to dispatch a replacement once I provided a few photos of the damage. So I know I'll be taken care of when I shop here, on top of being exposed to their amazing artistry. I'm already interested in owning full bottles of over half of these scents. Ambar Dominico, Bani, Midnight Raspberry, and Tres Oros are all next on the list for me. I'll be eagerly looking forward to new releases from Michael and co. Just top notch stuff in a hobby where everything is starting to feel the same.
Oh, and their full bottles have the best atomizers in the business, hands down. I don't know where they found these things, but I feel like a king whenever I'm spraying myself.