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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 1996 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Gardenia
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Divisive only on performance, this scent is otherwise a crowd-pleasing, airy white floral with a soft fruity opening and a beautifully rounded base. It's a fantastic value, everyday delight, if you get a good batch.
This isn't your average gardenia; it's a divisive white floral that some adore for its unique, almost 'wilted' greenness and creamy depth, while others find it misses the mark entirely for a true gardenia. Love it or hate it, it's unmistakably Floris.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 1% |
| Floral | 30% | 28% |
| Fruity | 17% | 13% |
| Green | 16% | 21% |
| Sweet | 25% | 21% |
| Warm | 2% | 6% |
| Woody | 18% | 15% |
| Earthy | 0% | 6% |
| Animalic | 12% | 6% |
| Fresh | 10% | 10% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart 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 soft sillage and pleasant, inoffensive white floral and fruity accords make it a great choice for the office and casual wear. While elegant enough for a date, some reviews note projection issues which might limit its impact in a louder formal setting.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and spring.
Occasions
Its sophisticated floral character makes it fitting for dates and formal events, though its intensity means it could be a bit much for a casual office if oversprayed. It offers surprising longevity, which helps it transition well through various social settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share White Floral, Green, Fruity accords and Jasmine, Tuberose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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