The dandelion note in perfumery is rarely a direct extract but rather a conceptual accord, capturing various facets of the plant. It can present as a sharp, slightly bitter, milky greenness reminiscent of the broken stem and leaves, or a delicate, subtly sweet, honeyed floral scent from the bright yellow flower head. Sometimes, it incorporates an earthy, rooty undertone. The overall impression is typically fresh, vibrant, and natural. It tends to be light to moderate in intensity, often behaving as a top or heart note, providing an initial burst of green vitality or a gentle floral sweetness that lingers briefly before giving way to other notes. Its projection is usually soft to moderate, and its longevity is typically limited, characteristic of lighter green and floral components.
Fresh, innocent, and uplifting, evoking the natural beauty and joyful spirit of early summer.
A poetic and charming, yet subtly rugged and sensual fragrance, evoking a bohemian artist with a golden tongue, reminiscent of taverns and natural landscapes.
Glowing Yellow, Milky Green, Creamy Cream.
Whimsical, natural, earthy, and slightly melancholic, evoking a peaceful, wild outdoor setting with a touch of magic, inspired by the mythology of Watership Down.
2007
Naturalistic, nostalgic, and resilient. It evokes the simple, innocent beauty of a dandelion and the feeling of a spring day. It's more of an earthy, green, and photorealistic experience rather than a traditional pretty floral scent.
Nostalgic, innocent, comforting, whimsical, and playful with a touch of melancholic innocence.
A mysterious, melancholic, and intense fragrance with a dark, introspective, and slightly gothic feel, evoking a sense of longing and a journey through a deep, enigmatic forest.
A solemn, melancholic, and introspective mood with a touch of mysterious elegance, evoking a dignified and poignant atmosphere.
2012
Fresh, Green, Floral, Serene, Sensual
Literary, contemplative, and natural. Inspired by Virginia Woolf, it evokes the feeling of an English spring meadow with a poetic and introspective mood.