TUMI 2020 EDP

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Awaken

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TUMI Awaken is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020. Awaken opens with Bergamot, Grapefruit, and Coriander, settles into a heart of Cypress, Clary Sage, and Canadian Fir Balsam, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Patchouli, and Frankincense. TUMI's Awaken carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

Awaken is a fresh, aromatic crowd-pleaser that punches above its weight on price. It's not reinventing the wheel, but if you're after a reliable, versatile everyday scent, it's a solid contender. Just be wary of the performance, which can be a bit hit or miss.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Energetic
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Uplifting
Awaken Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Heartas listed
Canadian Fir Balsam33%

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
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, clean profile and moderate projection make it an excellent choice for daily wear, particularly in an office or casual setting. While it lacks the gravitas for formal events, its invigorating nature is well-suited for sport.

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

  • 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

Awaken bursts open with a zesty, invigorating splash of bergamot and grapefruit, sharpened by a hint of fresh coriander. This bright citrus quickly settles into a green, aromatic heart where clary sage, cypress, and fir resin evoke a refreshing, slightly woody quality. The drydown grounds the fragrance in a warm, earthy base of patchouli, cedar, and frankincense, bringing a subtle depth that lingers close to the skin.

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Where to buy

Prices for the United Kingdom · · checked 2 October


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