Purple Orchid by Shirley May bottle
Shirley May

Purple Orchid

4.2/5 · 6 votes Feminine
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Fragrance notes

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Character

Longevity3.0/5
Sillage3.8/5
Day100
Night100
Spring100
Summer100
Fall100
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Our take

Purple Orchid suits someone who enjoys a fresh, layered floral that still carries noticeable warmth. It works well for daytime wear in spring and summer, when its bright opening feels natural and unforced. The composition balances several accords at once, so it does not lean too far in one direction.

The top opens with rosemary, pineapple, neroli, bergamot, and lemon. This combination is aromatic, citrus, and fruity all at once. The heart follows with cyclamen, coriander, jasmine, and oakmoss, adding a floral layer that is also fresh spicy. The base brings sandalwood, tonka bean, musk, oakmoss, cedar, Brazilian rosewood, and cardamom. These notes create a woody, sweet, and powdery foundation with warm spicy accents.

Throughout, the fragrance feels fresh rather than heavy. The citrus and aromatic elements stay present while the woods and tonka bean provide a smooth, rounded base. Jasmine and cyclamen keep the floral character clear without overwhelming the greener and spicier facets. The overall impression is a floral fragrance that moves through aromatic, woody, fresh, fruity, sweet, and powdery accords with ease.

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