Wonderlust by Michael Kors bottle
Michael Kors

Wonderlust

3.8/5 · 2,375 votes Feminine 2016
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Fragrance notes

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Character

Longevity3.1/5
Sillage2.8/5
Day100
Night50
Fall86
Spring82
Summer65
Winter50
Our take

Wonderlust opens with a surprisingly cozy hit of almond milk, its creamy sweetness buffered by a brisk bergamot and a faint tickle of pink pepper. That initial warmth quickly folds into the heart where heliotrope whispers with its powdery, cherry-like softness, while jasmine sambac and carnation add a polite, white floral sheen. The base is all sandalwood and cashmere wood, a dry, vanillic softness anchored by a resinous benzoin that stops it from turning too sweet. The overall impression is of a plush cashmere throw left in a sunlit window nook, scented with almond biscotti and a single jasmine bloom left too long on the saucer.

This is a mainstream Oriental floral through and through, designed to feel pretty and approachable rather than daring. It wears close to the skin, which the ratings confirm, with sillage around a modest 2.8 and longevity just over three hours. You will need to reapply for an evening out, and the structure leans a little synthetic in the dry down, but the comfort factor is high. It suits someone who wants a soft, powdery almond floral for everyday wear, especially in spring and fall when its warmth feels just right. Skip it if you demand bold projection or crave sharp, green or aquatic florals. Wear it to brunch, a casual office, or a lazy afternoon walk when you want to smell like a well dressed hug without announcing yourself from across the room.

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