Fresh

7732 perfumes

About

Clean, airy, light

Scent Profile

The fresh accord is characterized by clean, airy, and light olfactory qualities, often evoking a sense of coolness and clarity. It typically features bright citrus, green, or watery notes such as bergamot, lemon, mint, and cucumber. This accord is noted for its crispness and uplifting effect, with minimal warmth or heaviness.

Signature Notes

Notes most distinctively associated with Fresh fragrances.

Peony 1603

Cherry Blossom 152

Red Currant 140

Kiwi 75

Grass 159

Fig Leaf 188

Calone 93

Wisteria 68

Common Notes

Notes most frequently found in Fresh fragrances.

Cedar 8423

Citrus 1264

Ginger 2259

Amber 9940

Jasmine 10404

Lemon 4400

Pear 1860

Apple 1846

Cactus 53

Cotton Flower 67

Cristalon 1

Rose 9395

History

Fresh accords gained prominence in modern perfumery during the late 20th century, coinciding with a cultural preference for clean and minimalist scents. The development of new synthetic molecules and aquatic notes in the 1990s further expanded the possibilities for fresh compositions. This accord reflects a shift from the heavier, more opulent fragrances of earlier eras.

In Perfumery

Perfumers use the fresh accord to impart a sense of cleanliness and vitality, often as a top note to create an immediate, invigorating impression. It is commonly paired with floral, woody, or aquatic accords to balance and brighten the overall composition. Fresh accords are especially prevalent in colognes, summer fragrances, and unisex scents.