Bird of Paradise by Thorn & Bloom bottle
Thorn & Bloom

Bird of Paradise

4.0/5 · 11 votes Feminine 2015
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Character

Longevity4.0/5
Sillage3.0/5
Day100
Night50
Spring75
Summer75
Fall75
Winter50
Our take

The juice opens with a bright, slightly prickly ginger that meets a juicy pineapple and a sharp lemon. It feels alive and immediate, like walking into a sunlit room where the windows are wide open. The fruit is not candied or heavy. It carries a clean, natural tartness that wakes up the senses and sets a clear mood of energy and forward motion.

Jasmine sambac and champaca soon take over, creating a rich white floral heart that feels creamy and deep. The champaca adds a golden, slightly fruity warmth that keeps the flowers from turning soapy. Ambergris and sandalwood ground the blend with a smooth, animalic amber touch, while incense adds a thin ribbon of dry smoke that prevents the sweetness from becoming too soft.

This is a scent for someone who wants a floral that still has teeth. It suits a person who enjoys the contrast of fresh citrus against a warm, slightly wild base. The ginger and lemon keep the jasmine from feeling too formal, making the whole composition feel modern and unafraid of its own edges as it settles into that glowing

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