Lavender has never been the easiest note for me to wear, but yesterday, inspired by my fellow fraghead Lavendula, I decided to reach for Jacqueline once again. The opening is dry, aromatic, and gently herbaceous before a cool lavender accord emerges, softened beautifully by violet and freesia. Here, the lavender feels restrained and elegant rather than sharp or medicinal, which makes it enjoyable for me. Beneath it all lies a smooth base of musk and tonka bean, lightly sweetened with a touch of vanilla. Jacqueline is a fragrance full of quiet contradictions, green yet not particularly fresh, comforting with vanilla yet never truly sweet. There’s something understated and contemplative about it, it brings to mind an ancient walled garden filled with overgrown lavender bushes, worn stone paths warmed by the late afternoon sun, and the soft scent of dried flowers carried through still summer air. The fragrance feels timeless, calm, and gently refined. It wears close enough to feel personal, yet with enough presence to be noticed. On my skin, longevity is all day with moderate projection. To me, it’s a beautifully balanced unisex fragrance, versatile enough for almost any occasion.
Jacqueline
Year: 2021
Perfumer: Luca Gritti
Jacqueline by Gritti is a fragrance for women. Jacqueline was launched in 2021. The nose behind this fragrance is Luca Gritti. Top notes are Green Almond, Mate and Green Notes; middle notes are Lavender, Violet Leaves and Freesia; base notes are Musk, Vanilla and Tonka Bean.
76 /100
(1 review) 4 SPRAYS (8-Hour Scent Trail)
Very Strong | Ideal Daily Wear
Vibe Composition
Aromatic
Herbal
Green
Woody
Floral
Vanilla
Notes
Top Notes
Green AlmondMate and Green Notes
Middle Notes
LavenderViolet Leaves and Freesia
Base Notes
MuskVanilla and Tonka Bean
Community Votes
Gender:
Unisex
Value:Fair Value
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