The Building Blocks of Perfume
Fragrance Notes
Every perfume is composed of notes that unfold over time. Explore the different note families and discover how each affects your mood and emotions.
Top Notes
The first impression. Light and volatile, they last 15-30 minutes.
Heart Notes
The soul of the perfume. They emerge as top notes fade and last 2-4 hours.
Base Notes
The foundation. Rich and long-lasting, they can last 6+ hours.
Floral
Romantic and feminine notes from flowers
Rose
The queen of flowers, symbolizing love and femininity. Rose offers a rich, romantic, and elegant scent.
Jasmine
An intoxicating white flower with a rich, sweet, and sensual character.
Lavender
A calming purple flower known for its soothing and clean aromatic profile.
Ylang-Ylang
An exotic tropical flower with a rich, sweet, and slightly spicy character.
Woody
Warm, grounding notes from trees and woods
Sandalwood
A creamy, warm, and sacred wood with a soft, rich character.
Cedar
A dry, warm wood with a pencil-like sharpness and grounding quality.
Vetiver
A complex, earthy root with smoky and green facets.
Oud
A precious, complex wood with deep, smoky, and animalic qualities.
Oriental
Rich, warm, and exotic notes
Vanilla
A warm, sweet, and comforting note with creamy and balsamic qualities.
Amber
A warm, resinous accord combining vanilla, labdanum, and benzoin.
Incense
A smoky, spiritual note used in religious ceremonies worldwide.
Musk
Soft, skin-like, and sensual notes
Citrus
Bright, zesty, and energizing notes
Fresh
Clean, crisp, and aquatic notes
Spicy
Warm, sharp, and stimulating notes
Black Pepper
A warm, sharp spice that adds edge and sophistication.
Cardamom
An aromatic spice with fresh, slightly sweet, and eucalyptus-like qualities.
Ginger
A warm, zesty spice with energizing and slightly sweet qualities.
Gourmand
Sweet, edible, and comforting notes