Michelia Alba 白兰
Fragrance notes
Character
Michelia Alba 白兰 has a sharp opening that can feel thin and slightly metallic before the petals settle. The grapefruit adds a brisk edge that does not always blend smoothly with the lily-of-the-valley, so the first minutes can read more like a bright chemical spark than a natural garden.
Once the top notes recede, the heart offers a clean white floral built around michelia and jasmine. The michelia carries a creamy weight that grounds the jasmine, while the leaf note from the opening keeps the green thread running through the middle. It stays fresh rather than sweet, with the citrus lingering at the edges instead of dominating.
The woody accord sits underneath without rising far enough to change the shape. It supports the florals with a dry, pale backdrop that keeps the composition from feeling heavy. The green facet remains steady throughout, so the scent never turns powdery or warm.
Walk through a cool courtyard where pale blossoms hang above damp stone and a slice of citrus sits on a wooden bench.
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