Playing the leading role in mysterious, sensual fragrances, mandarin orange commands attention with its subtly sweet, fruity, and citrusy scent that has a lingering floral undertone. Mandarin orange opens the compositions to announce a seductive gourmand fragrance or a vivacious citrus-led, aromatic-tinged cologne. When it comes to spicy fragrances, you’ll often find it in the company of nutmeg, cinnamon, and clove.

Citrusy-sweet, brightly acidic orange oil adds a happy Vitamin C overload to any fragrance. Orange is also the ultimate team player in perfume: it will go with anything as its many different forms can blend well. Mandarin orange, green mandarin, bitter orange, blood orange, Sicilian orange are all variations on this juicy, joyous note. Sweeter notes like mandarin and blood orange work best with florals and spices, while bitter orange, green mandarin, and Sicilian orange are fantastic with aromatics like basil, nutmeg, etc. Orange’s cheerful energy, no matter if it’s sweet, bitter, or spicy, is wearable year-round without hesitation.

Lily is one of the softest, and most feminine notes in perfume. Its dewy, transparent, and pale green tones add an ethereal, yet earthy touch to floral fragrances. Lily’s feathery, airy texture is best blended with other softer notes like linden blossom, peony, osmanthus, and violet. Scents featuring lily as a major note are tailor-made for the spring season. Its bouncy, emerald softness can add a lilting serenity to a youthful bouquet of white flowers. Light, crisp and green—lily of the valley is the epitome of spring. Its scent is delicate and endearing with facets of abundantly fresh, natural dimensions.

Green Notes