L-160 | Inspired by Afternoon Swim

Orange, mandarin and sun. Inspired by Afternoon Swim.

An enormous citrus opening, juicy and bright as a freshly peeled orange, with a salty edge underneath. Stays light and sunny without ever turning sweet.

How it develops

Orange and mandarin open big — not a hint of citrus but a whole bowl, juicy, sparkling and a little bitter from the peel. The salty edge underneath is what makes it different from an ordinary citrus fragrance: it smells of seawater on warm skin, of an afternoon at the beach. And beyond that not much happens, deliberately: no heavy base, no sweetness, just citrus slowly softening and staying fresh until evening.

Who it's for, and when

Unisex, wearable for him and her. Summer and holidays, daytime. In winter it feels too thin. Looking for citrus with more ginger and an amber base, see L-190 from the same house. Want summery and fresh with an icy, fruity note, V-50 is the sister.

How to wear it

Citrus evaporates quickly, so be generous: three to four sprays on neck, wrists and chest, on moisturised skin. Don't rub. On warm days it lasts longer on fabric than on skin.