Lavande 44 • Rania J

The oud here doesn't shout, it just smolders underneath the lavender like a warm shadow. I get about six hours of wear from two sprays on my wrist, which is more than fair for a fougère.

I was expecting a straight lavender barbershop scent, but that petitgrain and bergamot opening keeps it brighter and greener than I anticipated. The lavender absolute really shows up about an hour in, softer and more herbal than the essential oil up top. Lasted a solid seven hours on my skin without

The oud and patchouli keep this from being a simple lavender scent, which is exactly what I wanted. I get about six hours of wear before it fades to a soft tonka and vetiver base. Wore it to dinner and two people asked what I had on.