Terry de Gunzburg 2014 EDP

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Fruit Défendu

by Michel Almairac

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Terry de Gunzburg Fruit Défendu is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014, created by Michel Almairac. Fruit Défendu opens with Bergamot, Pineapple, and Mango, settles into a heart of Rose and Pink Pepper, and dries down to a base of Clean Musk. Terry de Gunzburg's Fruit Défendu carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

A divisive tropical fruit salad that some find sophisticated and unique, while others dismiss it as watery and overpriced. Expect a love-it-or-hate-it reaction, with performance being a major sticking point.
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  • Fresh
  • Playful
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
  • Modern
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Fruit Défendu Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Mango40%
Pineapple35%
Bergamot25%
Heartas listed
Pink Pepper51%
Rose49%
Baseas listed
Clean Musk100%

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:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Its moderate longevity and sillage make it suitable for casual wear and dates without being overpowering. While some find it elegant enough for office, its fruity nature might be too playful for very formal settings. It's a good daytime summer scent.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot

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

This opens with a vibrant, juicy burst of pineapple and mango, brightened by a zesty bergamot. As it settles, a delicate rose emerges, subtly spiced by pink pepper, adding a touch of refined warmth. The dry down is a clean, soft musk that keeps the fruity sweetness from becoming cloying, leaving a sophisticated, airy trail.

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