Chris Adams EDP

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You Are Gorgeous

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Chris Adams You Are Gorgeous is an Eau de Parfum. You Are Gorgeous opens with Green Notes, Bergamot, Lemon, and Rose, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Cedar, Violet, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Musk, Leather, and Amber. Chris Adams's You Are Gorgeous carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

A divisive blend that promises a 'gorgeous' experience but might just leave you bewildered. It's a loud, complex beast that some adore and others find a bit much. Definitely not for the faint of heart, but if you like a statement, it will deliver.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Sensual
  • Mysterious
  • Luxurious
  • Warm
You Are Gorgeous Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Fleeting (1-2h)
Projection
Intimate
Intensity
Light

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall

Its woody, warm spicy and aromatic composition leans towards spring and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent woody and warm spicy accords, combined with a strong sillage, make it too dominant for most office environments. However, its complex and luxurious character is well-suited for evenings out, dates, and formal gatherings where it can truly shine without overwhelming.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • Geraniol from Rose
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Opens with an unexpected riot of green notes, sharp blackcurrant, and juicy peach, cut through with a bright, zesty lemon and the intriguing spice of clove. As it settles, a rich floral heart emerges with jasmine, lily, and sensual ylang-ylang, warmed by cardamon and the soft, cashmere-like accord. The base is an opulent mix of dark leather, earthy patchouli, and deep woods, all softened by amber and musk, anchoring the earlier exuberance with a velvety, complex finish.

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