Milton-Lloyd 2020 Edt

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Essentials No. 1

Milton-Lloyd Essentials No. 1 is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2020. The fragrance opens with Mint, Cardamom, and Absinth, settles into a heart of Tonka Bean, Lavender, and Cedar, and dries down to a base of Vanilla and Sandalwood.

Our verdict on Essentials No. 1: Favourite

A sparkling, affordable aldehydic citrus that radiates cleanliness and understated confidence. Perfect for daily wear, it brings a breezy, classic elegance without ever overwhelming the senses.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Subtle
  • Modern
  • Energetic
Essentials No. 1 Eau de Toilette bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 1%
Floral 5%
Fruity 0%
Green 17%
Sweet 30%
Warm 17%
Woody 24%
Earthy 5%
Animalic 0%
Fresh 21%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Aldehydic
95%
Citrus
85%
Floral
70%
Woody
55%
Musky
50%

Notes

Top Notes

Mint 33% Cardamom 33% Absinth 33%

Heart Notes

Tonka Bean 33% Lavender 33% Cedar 33%

Base Notes

Vanilla 50% Sandalwood 50%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

Bright aldehydic and citrus notes make this a perfect choice for spring and summer when freshness and lightness are desired. The clean musky base lets it work in early fall, but the airy profile is too light for winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its soft projection and clean profile suit the office and casual daytime wear. It is versatile enough for a low-key date or even post-workout freshness, but lacks the depth for formal events.

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About

Essentials No. 1 Eau de Toilette opens with a burst of soapy, crystalline aldehydes and juicy lemon, immediately evoking a sense of freshness and clarity. The heart reveals a bouquet of gentle violet and rose, softened by lily of the valley and iris for a powdery, floral touch. As it dries down, cedar and sandalwood add a whisper of woodiness, supported by clean musk and a hint of amber and oakmoss. The result is a soft, airy, and uplifting fragrance that feels timeless yet contemporary - the olfactory equivalent of freshly laundered linen on a sunny spring morning.

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