Carat
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2018 | Year | 2003 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Gardenia
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Which Should You Buy?
Carat is a divisive one: some adore its sparkling, fresh floral bouquet, others find it too sharp, synthetic, or just plain boring. If you fancy a spring garden in a bottle, give it a go, but expect a mixed bag of opinions.
A floral cheapie that punches well above its weight, Elizabeth Taylor's Gardenia is a divisive blind buy: for some, it's a realistic, dewy gardenia masterpiece; for others, it's a sharp, synthetic disappointment. But for those who love it, this is a fresh, clean, and surprisingly opulent white floral.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 0% |
| Floral | 39% | 51% |
| Fruity | 9% | 2% |
| Green | 23% | 21% |
| Sweet | 18% | 17% |
| Warm | 1% | 5% |
| Woody | 2% | 0% |
| Earthy | 2% | 1% |
| Animalic | 13% | 16% |
| Fresh | 18% | 18% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Carat's clean, fresh floral profile makes it excellent for office and casual wear, as it's generally inoffensive. While elegant enough for formal occasions, some find its sillage too intimate, which might underwhelm for a date or sporty event where more presence is desired.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
With moderate projection and longevity, this fragrance is versatile. Its fresh, clean floral character makes it suitable for casual wear and dates, but it might be too prominent for formal settings or too delicate for sports.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share White Floral, Green, Floral accords and Green, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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