Neroli by Aaron Terence Hughes bottle
Aaron Terence Hughes

Neroli

2.8/5 · 30 votes Unisex 2019
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Fragrance notes

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Character

Longevity2.7/5
Sillage2.7/5
Day67
Night11
Summer100
Spring67
Fall22
Winter11
Our take

A terrace table sits in bright sun while a warm breeze moves through the garden. The air carries a clear citrus bloom that feels lifted and clean. Neroli leads with a bright, slightly bitter orange flower that reads crisp rather than sweet. It stays close to the skin and feels transparent in the heat.

Jasmine sambac enters soon after and deepens the white floral character without turning heavy. The flower adds a creamy petal quality that rounds the sharp edges of the opening. It keeps the mood elegant and soft while the sun continues to warm the stone beneath the table.

Sandalwood grounds the blend as the afternoon settles. The wood is smooth and pale, offering a gentle cushion for the flowers. It never dominates, yet it stops the citrus from feeling thin. The composition stays fresh, floral, and quietly woody from start to finish.

The scent feels natural and well balanced, though the jasmine can lean a little sharp on the skin. It lacks the depth that would make it interesting once the light fades. For a long evening it simply runs out of things to say.

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