Costume National Scents 2002 Edp

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Scent Intense

by Laurent Bruyère

Costume National Scents Scent Intense is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2002, created by Laurent Bruyère. The fragrance opens with Tea, Cardamom, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Hibiscus, and Davana, and dries down to a base of Leather, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Ambergris.

Our verdict on Scent Intense: Favourite

Scent Intense is a divisive one - you'll either adore its mysterious, bold character or find it too sharp and heavy. It's a love-it-or-hate-it amber with a green, floral twist, certainly worthy of signature scent status if it clicks with your skin.
  • Mysterious
  • Bold
  • Sophisticated
  • Sensual
  • Warm
Scent Intense Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 12%
Floral 20%
Fruity 12%
Green 12%
Sweet 20%
Warm 14%
Woody 10%
Earthy 11%
Animalic 12%
Fresh 17%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

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

While some find it an 'intimate' scent, many others describe it as a 'loud' and 'dark' fragrance with great longevity and sillage, making it less suitable for a typical office and excellent for evening dates or formal events. Its unique profile and potential for strong projection lend itself more to social rather than active settings.

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About

Opens with an aromatic blend of green tea and zesty bergamot, softened by warm cardamom. The heart unfolds into a rich floral bouquet of jasmine and hibiscus, given an exotic, wine-like depth by davana. The base settles into a luxurious, slightly animalic leather and creamy sandalwood, underscored by earthy patchouli and a dark, enveloping ambergris, all smoothed over with a hint of vanilla.