Pleasing 2023 EDP

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Bright, Hot

Pleasing Bright, Hot is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023. Bright, Hot opens with Tobacco and Plum, settles into a heart of Sea Water and Orris, and dries down to a base of Amber, Cedar, Vanilla, and Tonka Bean. Pleasing's Bright, Hot carries a Statement verdict, a tobacco-led wear.

This one's a bit of a mixed bag. Some reckon it's a hot librarian in a bottle, others say it's overpriced Nivea for men. The hype is real for some, but many are left feeling a bit short-changed on the price-to-performance ratio.

Warm
Sensual
Cozy
Modern
Romantic

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Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Notes

Top

Plum

Tobacco

Heart

Sea Water

Orris

Base

Vanilla

Amber

Cedar

Tonka Bean

Accords

Vanilla

100%

Sweet

87%

Marine

87%

Fruity

80%

Amber

77%

Aromatic

74%

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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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Its sweet, warm, and somewhat strong projection makes it less suitable for the office. It truly shines on a date or for a cozy casual evening, as the sensual and inviting accords create a pleasant atmosphere. It's a bit too rich for formal events and definitely not for sport.

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About

Bright, Hot kicks off with a rich, boozy plum and a subtle tobacco leaf, giving it an immediate warmth. As it settles, a surprising marine note cuts through, adding a salty, fresh edge that stops it from becoming too heavy. The dry down is all about creamy vanilla and tonka bean, softened by powdery orris and grounded by amber and cedar. It's a sweet, woody embrace with a hint of the sea.