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Origin

4.0/5 · 4 votes Feminine 2021
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Fragrance notes

Top notes
Elderberry
Heart notes
Calla Lily
Base notes

Character

Longevity3.0/5
Sillage2.5/5
Day100
Night50
Spring100
Summer50
Fall50
Winter50
Our take

Origin opens with elderberry and bergamot that give a bright, slightly tart lift to the rose sitting beside them. The fruit reads clean rather than syrupy, and the citrus keeps the petals from feeling heavy. This combination moves quickly into a heart that carries cyclamen, peony, jasmine, and calla lily, with orris and cedar grounding the bouquet. The orris brings a soft, rooty texture that meets the cedar’s dry wood, so the flowers never float without support. Jasmine adds a gentle white bloom, while peony and cyclamen keep the air feeling light. Calla lily contributes a smooth, watery petal tone that ties the heart together without leaning into sharpness.

The base settles into vanilla and heliotrope that feel warm and rounded, supported by amberwood and cashmere musk. Vanilla here is calm and creamy rather than loud, and heliotrope adds a faint almond softness that blends into the musk. Amberwood gives a subtle resinous glow, while cashmere musk wraps the finish in a gentle, skin-close fabric. The overall impression stays floral and powdery, with woody and vanilla accents that never overpower the petals. Green and citrus touches from the opening still flicker through the dry stage, so the fragrance retains a fresh thread from start to finish.

This is a daytime companion that suits a bright morning walk or a sunlit office, where its fresh and floral character feels at home in clear light. The powdery iris and musky base give it a polished finish that works with clean, simple clothing and a calm routine. It suits someone who enjoys rose and jasmine but prefers them balanced by wood and vanilla, so the scent feels composed rather than decorative. The cedar and orris keep the flowers grounded, while the elderberry and bergamot make the early stage feel lively.

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