Red vs Essential

Shared character

Red and Essential share a core palette of bergamot, sandalwood, vanilla, musk, patchouli, lily‑of‑the‑valley and lavender, giving both a woody character.

How they differ

Both fragrances contain bergamot, sandalwood, vanilla, musk, patchouli, lily‑of‑the‑valley and lavender, and they sit in a woody accord. Red adds jasmine, amber and a green accord, while Essential adds tonka bean and a citrus accord. Neither fragrance is listed under a specific fragrance family.

Who each suits

Red is likely to appeal to wearers who enjoy the fresh, herbaceous feel of a green accord combined with the floral richness of jasmine and the warm depth of amber. Essential is likely to suit those who prefer the sweet, gourmand nuance of tonka bean together with a bright citrus lift.