Essential
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2005 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Midsummer Woman
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Which Should You Buy?
Angel Schlesser's Essential is a charmingly understated 'your skin but better' scent, loved for its clean, fresh allure but occasionally criticised for its subtle performance. Ideal for those who prefer their presence felt, not announced, though some perceive it as simply 'plain'.
This aquatic floral is a divisive one. Fans eulogise its fresh, airy charm, perfect for hot days. Detractors are less kind, complaining it smells like a chemical cleaner or generic citrus. A classic example of reformulation angst.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 15% | 12% |
| Floral | 28% | 30% |
| Fruity | 15% | 13% |
| Green | 6% | 11% |
| Sweet | 14% | 17% |
| Warm | 0% | 0% |
| Woody | 19% | 17% |
| Earthy | 4% | 5% |
| Animalic | 7% | 7% |
| Fresh | 22% | 20% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and subtle projection makes it perfect for office wear or casual daily use. While not a powerhouse, its intimate nature could suit a close-contact date, but it lacks the gravitas for formal events.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, airy, and aquatic nature makes it ideal for casual wear, especially in hot weather, and perfectly suited for sport. While it's light enough for office wear, its perceived lack of longevity and 'cleaning product' association for some makes it less ideal for formal or romantic settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fresh, Citrus, Floral accords and Rose, Violet notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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