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A fresh floral with an aquatic heart, Ming Shu Fleur de l'Aube is a love-it-or-hate-it scent. Some adore its soft, clean vibe, while others find it a bit too sharp or just plain dull. It's divisive, so don't blind buy.
Don't let the name fool you, there's no amber here. This is a clean, sweet floral with a surprising gourmand twist that some find divisive, especially on men. Works best in cooler weather, despite its fresh facets.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 1% |
| Floral | 25% | 28% |
| Fruity | 2% | 7% |
| Green | 3% | 5% |
| Sweet | 25% | 22% |
| Warm | 14% | 9% |
| Woody | 15% | 16% |
| Earthy | 5% | 7% |
| Animalic | 2% | 11% |
| Fresh | 26% | 18% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh and clean aquatic-floral profile makes it ideal for casual and sport wear, like a 'just out of the shower' scent. While some find it long-lasting, many describe it as light, keeping it suitable for an office environment, though it might lack the punch for a formal event.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its clean, fresh, and slightly sweet profile makes it ideal for casual wear and daily office use, though its varied performance means you might need to apply liberally. It's too subtle for formal events, and its sweet gourmand base might be too much for high heat sports but manageable for light activity.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Marine, Floral, Aromatic accords and Pepper, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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