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Lady Disdain

4.6/5 · 8 votes Feminine 2018
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Fragrance notes

Notes

Character

Longevity4.0/5
Sillage2.3/5
Day60
Night80
Winter100
Spring80
Fall60
Summer20
Our take

Lady Disdain presents a dense mix of carnation, Moroccan rose, and ylang-ylang layered over vanilla, musk, and labdanum. Pink pepper adds a bright, scratching edge to the florals, while leather brings a sturdy, slightly rugged texture to the blend. The spices stay warm rather than sharp, and the powdery accord softens the heavier notes so the composition does not feel aggressive. Animalic facets weave through the musk and labdanum, giving the scent a lived-in, slightly untamed character that sits apart from clean, modern florals.

The vanilla here is deep and resinous rather than sugary, binding the flowers to the leather and preventing the spice from floating away on its own. Carnation carries a clove-like heat that pairs naturally with the pink pepper, and the ylang-ylang adds a rich, creamy floral weight. Labdanum pushes the blend toward a golden, resinous warmth, while the musk lingers in the background to keep the edges blurred and the overall impression soft.

This fragrance fits a cool evening when the air is crisp and the light is low, wrapping the wearer in spice and flower. It is for someone who enjoys florals that carry a leathery, musky shadow and prefers a scent that feels ornate, warm, and a little untamed.

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