Avgoustos
Fragrance notes
Character
Avgoustos has a quiet presence, and that is its main limitation. The scent stays close to the skin, while its staying power is moderate, so its airy character asks for a little patience and occasional renewal. That gentle scale suits the composition, though anyone seeking a bold trail will find it too restrained.
The opening is brisk with bergamot and mandarin orange, softened by lavender’s clean, aromatic edge. As the citrus settles, fig brings a smooth, lightly sweet fruitiness, with lemon tree adding a green lift and orange blossom lending a pale floral glow. The effect feels like a sunlit courtyard after watering, with sliced citrus on a wooden table and warm air moving through the leaves. It is a single vivid scene, but the perfume itself keeps shifting around it.
Musk and cedar give the later stage a soft frame, while ambergris adds a faintly salty, animalic nuance beneath the fruit and floral notes. Those deeper touches are subtle, leaving Avgoustos fresh, polished, and easy to wear. The sweetness stays clean, and the lavender keeps the citrus from becoming sharp.
Korres has made a relaxed unisex scent for bright outdoor plans, casual work settings, and simple daytime dressing. Spring and summer bring out its best side, especially when you want freshness with a little texture. Evening wear is possible, though the intimate projection gives it a more natural fit in open, sunlit settings.
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