Cotton by Luigi Borrelli bottle
Luigi Borrelli

Cotton

4.2/5 · 84 votes Unisex 2016
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Fragrance notes

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Character

Longevity3.6/5
Sillage3.1/5
Day90
Night55
Fall100
Spring71
Winter68
Summer39
Our take

Cotton opens with lavender and bergamot that feel bright and clean, joined by a soft rose that keeps the start gentle rather than sharp. The lavender carries a classic aromatic tone that feels familiar, while the citrus adds a mild lift that does not turn sour. It is a calm entrance that stays near the skin from the first spray.

Clary sage and oakmoss enter the heart alongside iris, creating a powdery and earthy middle that feels dry and grounded. The iris leads with a soft floral dust, the sage adds an herbal edge, and the oakmoss brings a faint green weight. Together they form a steady, slightly nostalgic center that moves slowly.

Vanilla and amber warm the base, but they stay restrained and never rich or heavy. Musk and cedar give a clean, woody support, while vetiver adds a quiet rooty depth. This drydown lingers through the day and stays close to the body, wrapping the earlier powder and herbs in a smooth, steady finish that feels composed and tidy.

The scent suits bright daytime settings and relaxed routines, where its clean powder and wood feel natural and easy. The limitation is that the vanilla and amber lack brightness, so the base can feel a bit flat once the herbs fade.

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