Mimosa Cologne
| Edp | Concentration | Edt |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 1984 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Savannah Gardens
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This "Mimosa" is not for the faint of heart, nor for the modern nose. It's a remarkably polarising floral that many find overpowering and dated, smelling more of an elderly relative's bathroom than a sophisticated blooming garden. Approach with extreme caution - many samples seem to end up in the bin.
A beloved vintage gem, Savannah Gardens is an intoxicating white floral amber that evokes a bygone era of Southern charm and unapologetic femininity. Fans rave about its unique character and lament its discontinuation.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 51% | 35% |
| Fruity | 2% | 1% |
| Green | 7% | 9% |
| Sweet | 30% | 32% |
| Warm | 21% | 31% |
| Woody | 5% | 4% |
| Earthy | 3% | 7% |
| Animalic | 7% | 6% |
| Fresh | 3% | 6% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
The strong, old-fashioned floral character makes this largely unsuitable for most modern occasions. Its intensity might be acceptable for some very formal, traditional events, but it's far too overwhelming for office, casual, or date settings.
Seasons
An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.
Occasions
Given its 'heavy, heady' nature and 'great projection and very long lasting' performance, Savannah Gardens leans more towards evening and cooler-weather wear. It's a bit much for the office but shines on dates, formal events, or a sophisticated casual outing.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share White Floral, Floral, Warm Spicy accords and Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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