What a stunning fragrance! I love the sweetness (from the high notes of apricot and honey) balanced out by belladonna and tiger orchidea. The saffron and incense also seem to slightly mute the sweetness, giving it staying power and making it a little musky. The apricot and honey notes really stuck on me though, lasting throughout the day! FAME is great because it's an EDP, being purer perfume and not so watered down (which explains why it lasts so long!). The transition from black to clear was not that noticeable to me, doesn't really make a different, as long as one smells good! And, from what I've been told, I smelt delicious! :) would buy this product for sure!