Jil Sander 1989 Edp

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Sun

by Pierre Bourdon

Jil Sander Sun is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1989, created by Pierre Bourdon. The fragrance opens with Orange Blossom, Fruity, Redcurrant Leaf, and Rosewood, settles into a heart of Orris, Rose, Lily Of The Valley, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Patchouli, Musk, and Amber.

Our verdict on Sun: Statement

Jil Sander Sun is a total trip back to the 80s, polarising everyone it meets. Some find it a nostalgic, warm hug of a sun cream (the proper European kind, mind), others recoil at what they call an old-fashioned scrubber. Either way, it's never boring.
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  • Warm
  • Classic
  • Cozy
  • Relaxed
  • Powdery
Sun Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 11%
Floral 31%
Fruity 8%
Green 6%
Sweet 30%
Warm 11%
Woody 11%
Earthy 7%
Animalic 6%
Fresh 12%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Amber
100%
Vanilla
97%
Powdery
78%
Sweet
75%
Woody
70%

Notes

Top Notes

Fruity 19% Orange Blossom 19% Rosewood 17% Lemon 16% Redcurrant Leaf 14% Bergamot 14%

Heart Notes

Ylang-Ylang 22% Heliotrope 20% Carnation 17% Orris 16% Lily Of The Valley 13% Rose 13%

Base Notes

Vanilla 15% Benzoin 14% Amber 12% Tonka Bean 11% Sandalwood 10% Musk 10% Styrax 10% Tobacco 9% Patchouli 8%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its bold projection and strong warmth make it less suitable for formal or office settings, where it might be too much. It shines in casual settings, particularly on holiday or during relaxed evenings, aligning with its "sun cream" and "beach" associations from reviews. While some find it good for dates, its distinct, sometimes polarising character might not be universally adored.

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It hits you with a punchy, almost sharp citrus and fruity opening, reminiscent of sun-drenched orange blossom and a hint of redcurrant. This quickly mellows, giving way to a heart of creamy, powdery florals - heliotrope and ylang-ylang leading the charge, softened by rose and orris. The base is an indulgent blanket of warm, balsamic amber and vanilla, grounded by sandalwood and a touch of musky earthiness, creating a unique sun cream-esque dry-down that's both comforting and a bit retro.

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