Évocations: Brittany Breeze • Lubin

The spearmint and star anise hit first and it's bracing, almost like crushed herbs, but then the lavender and tonka mellow it into something soft and powdery on my skin. Two sprays on my wrist lasted a full workday, which I wasn't expecting from a fougère this green.

The mint opening is so sharp and green it almost smells like crushed leaves, then the lavender and tonka settle it into something warm. I've been wearing it to work and it lasts a solid six hours without being loud. Genuinely one of the more interesting fougères I've tried.

The opening bergamot and violet leaves give it a fresh, green start that’s almost dewy, but the dry-down is where the lavender and tonka bean really shine. I’ve worn it on a few warmer days and it stays close to the skin for about four hours before fading. The only thing is I wish the spearmint last