Desigual 2014 EDT

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Sex

by Daphné Bugey

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Desigual Sex is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2014, created by Daphné Bugey. Sex opens with Red Fruits, Rhubarb, and Soybean, settles into a heart of Grapefruit Blossom, Jasmine, and Tuberose, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Musk, and Vanilla. Desigual's Sex carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

Divisive and bold, this isn't for everyone. Some find it cheap and cloying, others a surprisingly alluring tuberose for a night out. It's a statement, and you'll either love it or hate it.
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  • Bold
  • Feminine
  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
  • Playful
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Sex Eau de Toilette 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate longevity suits evening wear more than a full workday, and the prominent floral and sweet notes could be overwhelming in an office setting. It's best reserved for dates or casual nights out where its boldness can shine.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Sex opens with a burst of bright red fruits and the unusual green tartness of rhubarb, softened by a touch of soybean. This quickly gives way to a dominant floral heart of creamy tuberose, heady jasmine, and a zesty lift from grapefruit blossom. The base settles into a warm, sensual embrace of woody notes, soft musk, and a comforting hint of vanilla, leaving a lasting impression of rich florals and subtle sweetness.

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