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Note · floral

Magnolia

“Creamy, citrus-tinged floral — fresh lemony petals over a soft, milky sweetness.”

Magnolia smells creamy, lemony and luminous, like white petals with a citrus glow and a soft, almost milky warmth. The flower's scent is more citrus-floral than traditionally rosy, giving it a distinctive fresh elegance. Perfumers use magnolia in refined fresh florals, creamy white bouquets and sophisticated daytime compositions. It has a quiet luxury quality, never shouting. In Indian weather, magnolia's creamy freshness is lovely in the pleasant months, it feels polished and serene. In high summer its creaminess needs balancing with sharper citrus or green notes. A favourite for elegant office wear and daytime events where you want to smell refined without trying too hard. Understated floral luxury.

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perfumes feature it

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as a top note

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as a heart note

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as a base note

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