Fawn by Ellis Brooklyn bottle
Ellis Brooklyn

Fawn

3.6/5 · 362 votes Feminine 2018
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Fragrance notes

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Character

Longevity2.9/5
Sillage2.3/5
Day97
Night11
Summer100
Spring69
Fall21
Winter9
Our take

Fawn opens with a bright citrusy shimmer of neroli and bergamot, but almost immediately the magnolia steps in with its creamy, almost buttery floral sweetness. This is not a sharp or green opening; it feels soft and slightly sun-warmed, like the first hint of a summer morning. The heart is where the fragrance reveals its true character: coconut milk folds into lily-of-the-valley and damask rose, creating a lotiony, lightly powdery floral that never tips into tropical or heavy. The base of musk, vanilla, and amber smooths everything into a warm skin-scent that clings close and gentle.

The overall impression is of a fawn itself, a delicate creature nosing through a sun-dappled grove of magnolia trees, its coat brushing against dewy grass and rose petals. It feels natural and softly synthetic at the same time, like a carefully curated memory of spring. This is not a niche statement or a dense gourmand; it sits comfortably in the mainstream lane of pretty, accessible florals with a milky twist.

But the numbers are honest about its weaknesses. Longevity barely stretches past three hours on skin, and sillage is a whisper. You will need to reapply generously, and it works best as a close-up scent for brunch dates, daytime errands, or a work day where you want to feel polished without announcing your presence. Those who love bold projection or all-day staying power should skip it entirely. For anyone who treasures fleeting, tender florals that fade like a good dream, Fawn is a spring and summer companion that asks for nothing more than a re-spray.

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