The Notes

How it wears

Top

Yuzu, Bergamot, Galbanum

First impression
Heart

Seaweed, Ambroxan, Mineral Musks

The character
Base

Ambroxan, Driftwood, Musk

The dry down
Fragrance Guide

What are the different types of perfume?

From eau de cologne to pure parfum, the concentration of fragrance oils decides the name on the bottle, and how long it lingers on skin.

Extrait / Pure Parfum
20 to 40% oils
Lasts approx.
12 hours
Parfum
15 to 20% oils
Lasts approx.
8 hours
Eau de Parfum
10 to 15% oils
Lasts approx.
5 to 8 hours
Eau de Toilette
5 to 10% oils
Lasts approx.
3 to 6 hours
Eau de Cologne
2 to 4% oils
Lasts approx.
2 to 3 hours
Concentrations are approximate and vary by house
Good to know

Fragrance questions, answered

What is the difference between EDP and EDT?
Eau de Parfum (EDP) holds more fragrance oil, around 10 to 20%, so it is richer and lasts roughly 5 to 8 hours. Eau de Toilette (EDT) is lighter, around 5 to 10%, and lasts about 3 to 6 hours. EDP suits autumn and evenings, while EDT is easy for daytime and warmer weather.
How long does a fragrance last on skin?
It depends on the concentration and your skin. Pure parfum can last around 12 hours, Eau de Parfum 5 to 8 hours, Eau de Toilette 3 to 6 hours, and cologne 2 to 3 hours. Spraying onto moisturised pulse points helps any scent last longer.
Are your fragrances genuine?
Yes. Every fragrance is 100% authentic and boxed, sourced from authorised UK distributors, and backed by our money-back guarantee. We never sell fakes or decants.
How much is delivery and how fast is it?
UK delivery is free all September with no minimum spend, and orders are dispatched within 24 hours with tracking.
How do I make my perfume last longer?
Apply to moisturised skin at your pulse points, the wrists, neck and inner elbows, and avoid rubbing it in. Layering with a matching body product helps, and storing the bottle away from heat and light protects the scent.
What makes a good autumn fragrance?
Autumn suits warmer, richer scents, think amber, spice, woods and gourmand notes like vanilla and tonka. Browse our Autumn Edit for the scents people reach for as the season turns.
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