Atkinsons 2024 Other

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Shine Despite Everything

Atkinsons Shine Despite Everything is a fragrance launched in 2024. Shine Despite Everything opens with Frankincense, Pimiento, and Turmeric, settles into a heart of Orris, Rose, Ambrofix, and Caramel, and dries down to a base of Vanilla, Coumarin, and Akigalawood. Atkinsons's Shine Despite Everything carries an Acquired verdict, a warm spicy-led wear.

This one is a divisive but ultimately beloved complex gourmand, a real love-it-or-hate-it scent with a loyal following. It's unique, but some find it a touch mature. If you want to stand out, this is it.
  • Bold
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Mysterious
Shine Despite Everything bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 2%
Floral 11%
Fruity 1%
Green 9%
Sweet 20%
Warm 28%
Woody 22%
Earthy 15%
Animalic 4%
Fresh 6%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and long-lasting nature make it less suitable for office environments, as noted by coworker reactions. However, its unique and sophisticated gourmand character makes it excellent for dates or formal events where it can truly shine and garner compliments. It's a bit much for casual daytime wear due to its intensity.

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About

Shine Despite Everything opens with an unexpected spicy kick from pimiento and turmeric, quickly smoothed by warm frankincense. The heart softens into a creamy blend of iris and rose, while a deep caramel and ambrofix sweetness emerges for a sensual gourmand experience. The base settles into a rich, woody vanilla, with coumarin and akigalawood adding a lingering warmth and depth.