Jil Sander No. 4 by Jil Sander

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Jil Sander No. 4 is an oriental spicy fragrance that balances rich fruitiness with a complex floral heart and a warm, earthy base. Prunes, peach and bergamot open the scent, while notes like tuberose, ylang-ylang, and jasmine create a layered floral character. The dry down reveals a blend of sandalwood, vanilla, patchouli and musk, enriched by subtle spices such as nutmeg and coriander. Those drawn to intricate, spicy-oriental compositions with a powdery and woody elegance will find this perfume distinctive.

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Ambrosia by Byermia £125.00

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  • Key notes:
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  • coconut
  • guava
  • heliotrope
  • mango
  • mimosa
  • orris (iris root)
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  • Tags:
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  • Aromagroups:
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Inspired by the mythical nectar of the gods, Ambrosia opens with the sweet, delicate notes of plumeria and mango, layered with the lush richness of peach, lychee, and coconut. The heart reveals the creamy depth of heliotrope, musk, and guava, while wafts of French orris, Mysore and Sri Lankan sandalwood, Indian tuberose and vintage Ethiopian civet evoke a divine atmosphere—capturing the essence of heavenly indulgence.

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Quelque Fleur Extreme

Quelque Fleur Extreme by Houbigant £175.00

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  • civet
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  • orange blossom
  • orris (iris root)
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  • Tags:
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An iconic classic in its own rite, Quelques Fleurs is a true ingenious scent of its time. The French perfumer, Robert Bienaimé, unveiled Quelques Fleurs the first true multi-floral blend ever created, in 1912.

Since then, his perfectly-balanced, refined bouquet has become modern perfumery’s peerless criterion for pure, meticulously-crafted, multi-floral accords. Prior to his bold invention, floral fragrances had been mainly singular flowers, or florals combined with various nuances of herbs and spices. Bienaimé’s singular triumph is remarkable for its secret, mythical formula. Upwards of 15,000 exemplary flowers and 250 prestigious raw materials are diligently-curated in the creation of a single ounce of perfume.

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No. 89

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No. 89 has been an icon among the Floris collection for over 60 years. First crafted in 1951, No. 89 takes its name from the number of their flagship shop on Jermyn Street.

Ian Fleming who was a customer of Floris mentions No. 89 in his James Bond universe.

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I was inspired while visiting Kew Gardens in London in May. Every May there are hundreds of blooming magnolia trees in different sorts, sizes, scents and colours. Usually it is a very rainy season and my inspiration was to create a scent of the water and rain on magnolia trees.  

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The Divine Dancer perfume is dedicated to one of the first American modern dance and ballet performers Ruth St. Denis.

Her vibrant and spirited art of dance, influenced by the East and South Asia, her divine body move and incredible costumes made Ruth St. Denis a worldwide well known star. Her body projects as Temple of femininity. 

When the dancer emerged from the darkness of the stage, her presence was immediately captivating, the air suddenly fragrant with her appearance. Adorned in jewels from head to toe, radiant in a special gold sari, her hair crowned in jasmine, she is an embodiment of divine feminine, mirroring the images of goddesses of Lakshmi and Saraswati but with the talented Ruth St. Denis touch of modern dance and ballet movement.

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Fougère Royale

Fougère Royale by Houbigant £175.00

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  • oakmoss
  • Tags:
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  • Aromagroups:
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Created by Master Perfumer Paul Parquet in 1882, Fougère Royale completely revolutionized the world of perfumes and established modern perfumery as it exists today. As well as creating an entirely new fragrance family, Parquet had succeeded in extracting isolated, synthetic molecules from natural, raw materials. In the dedicated pursuit to expand olfactory palettes with novel, new aromas, he’d derived coumarin from the tonka bean in a worldwide premiere. In its mission to authentically replicate the original, regal masterpiece from centuries past, the reengineered formula cultivates refined, prestigious raw materials of the highest quality and provenance. This masterfully revamped Fougère Royale retains its elegant, noble, refined pulse and its pleasant, pastoral beauty.

The perfectly-blended perfume is redolent of green and fragrant foliage with densely shaded woodlands. Sweet green grasses suggest the freshly-released essences of a crushed and dewy verdure, with an intense hint of newly-mown hay.

Fougère Royale’s nuanced scent composition opens with a vibrant, sparkling cocktail of bergamot, lavender and Mediterranean herbs. The heart follows, with floral-spicy Rondeletia accord, rare in most perfumes. Opening into rich geranium and warm spices. A floral intermezzo showcases rare rose essences and absolutes, spiked by pepper, cinnamon and carnation. Finally, a grand finale of earthy, ambery and woody harmonies, where moss notes join a sensual patchouli enriched by warm coumarinic undertones of tonka beans and clary sage absolute.

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Rossopompeiano

Rossopompeiano by Agatho £305.00

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  • amber
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  • Aromagroups:
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The Mediterranean freshness of the essence, whose citrus notes are accompanied by the sensuality of damask rose, sublimating in sinuous oriental echoes, is inspired by the colour that has made the frescoes of Pompeian domes famous and unmistakable all over the world.

The pigment obtained from the mineral cinnabar, Rossopompeiano, emblem of a part of the history the perfumer Agatho’s city, becomes a perfume.

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Teint De Neige (Extrait)

Teint De Neige (Extrait) by Lorenzo Villoresi £375.00

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The soft, gentle, enveloping fragrance of Teint de Neige in its most concentrated version. Recalling images and atmosphere of the belle-époque, with sweet and powdery notes of jasmine, rose, ylang-ylang on a base of musk, tonka beans and heliotrope.

 

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  • musk
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  • Tags:
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A tribute to the peace and harmony of a late summer afternoon; a fragrance that is pure, serene and enveloping.

A peaceful stroll through the wheat fields and almond trees as the light of a summer day wanes and the warmth of the air caresses your skin… Admiring the beauty of the sun as it starts dipping behind the rolling hills and bunches of wild roses and geraniums color the dimming countryside.

Their bountiful blooms release subtle droplets of nectar that float in the air and blend with the earthy scent of freshly cut wood, invading the early night…

About Jil Sander No. 4 by Jil Sander

What makes Jil Sander No. 4 unique compared to these similar perfumes?
Jil Sander No. 4 uniquely combines a rich oriental spicy structure with a complex balance of fruity, floral, animalic and woody notes. It features a distinctive prune note alongside spices like nutmeg and coriander, which are less common in the alternatives. This layered composition provides a powdery yet warm and sensual character that stands apart from more straightforward floral or woody scents.
Are these perfumes suitable for both day and evening wear?
Many of the fragrances listed have versatile profiles that can work for both day and evening, especially those with fresher or powdery elements. However, some, like Ambrosia and Teint De Neige, lean towards a more sensual or intense character better suited for evening, while fougère or fresher florals may be more comfortable during the day.
How should I choose between these perfumes if I like Jil Sander No. 4?
Consider which facets of No. 4 appeal most—whether the oriental spice, animalic floral, powdery sweetness or the fruity notes—and select a fragrance sharing those dominant characteristics. For example, choose Ambrosia or Quelque Fleur Extreme for animalic florals, No. 89 or Fougère Royale for aromatic woody freshness, or Teint De Neige for powdery musky softness.