Up at Dawn
| Edt | Concentration | Edt |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2025 | Year | 2026 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Un Jardin Sous la Mer
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A quietly radiant, musky-rose composition that feels like stepping into a dew-drenched garden at sunrise. Classy, understated, and endlessly wearable for those who crave gentle beauty without drama.
Prepare for a proper marmite moment - you'll either adore its unique oceanic oddity or be left wondering if you've stumbled into a public loo. This polarising scent is definitely not for the faint of heart, but those who 'get' it rave about its artistry.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 3% | 0% |
| Floral | 21% | 17% |
| Fruity | 2% | 5% |
| Green | 4% | 1% |
| Sweet | 13% | 12% |
| Warm | 12% | 1% |
| Woody | 14% | 10% |
| Earthy | 26% | 27% |
| Animalic | 16% | 22% |
| Fresh | 9% | 19% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The fresh rose and green musky profile is ideal for cool to mild weather, especially spring mornings and crisp autumn days. Its gentle projection and powdery-woody drydown make it less suited to the heat of summer or deep winter.
Occasions
Subtle, clean, and airy - Up at Dawn is refined enough for office or daytime dates, never intrusive due to its restrained projection. Its transparent earthiness is perfect for casual wear, but it lacks the gravitas for grand formal events or the crispness for sports.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its intensely mineral and unique profile, often described as 'weird' or even 'offensive' by some, makes it a daring choice for formal or office settings. However, its clean and watery aspects, coupled with mentions of it being fresh for hot weather, lend it well to casual and sport use. Its divisive nature means it's best worn when its character can be appreciated rather than tolerated.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Musky, Powdery accords and Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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