Freesia is one of the big floral notes in perfume, along with gardenia, tuberose, and jasmine. What sets freesia apart from the spicy, powdery, and buttery accents in major white floral perfumes is its plump, delicious, sweetness. Freesia has a young, fun, and sensual candy-like texture, and the best freesia perfumes can even resemble a light red wine. Freesia is also one of the softer big floral notes, making it ideal as an introduction to more powerful, forceful florals. Freesia’s flirtatious and casual appeal is best for summer and spring, and makes an equally fashionable day or night option in floral perfume.

Bold, sexy and provocative: the scent of osmanthus is deeply alluring, pairing particularly well with warm, sensual ambery notes of vanilla or sandalwood. It adds a distinct leathery facet to ambery accords without a heavy, animalic feeling. Its exotic, fruity accents of apricot blend beautifully in fresh, citrus tonics, where osmanthus plays an entirely different role: adding a sweeter, sparkling facet to vibrant accords.

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