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Costume National Scents 2002 EDP

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Scent Intense

by Laurent Bruyère

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Costume National Scents Scent Intense is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2002, created by Laurent Bruyère. Scent Intense opens with Bergamot, Cardamom, and Tea, settles into a heart of Davana, Hibiscus, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Leather, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Costume National Scents's Scent Intense carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

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

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

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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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.