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Esprit de l'Été is a women's fragrance by Albion / アルビオン, a Japanese legend of beauty and harmony.
The name of the composition translates as “summer mood”, so the fragrance is perceived as a tribute to the bright, airy and carefree season.
The available information does not specify the launch year, concentration, collection, or perfumer.
This is important to bear in mind when comparing Esprit de l'Été with other releases: what can be stated with certainty is its feminine positioning, citrus-floral character and very strong sillage.
The olfactory profile of Esprit de l'Été is built around a citrus accord and floral notes.
This combination brings together the bright freshness of citrus fruits and a soft, expressive floral character, creating a distinctive summer image without being tied to any one specific note.
The citrus-floral category makes the fragrance noticeable and emotive, while its very strong sillage amplifies its presence in the air.
Esprit de l'Été will appeal to those who like perfumes that do not go unnoticed and create a pronounced fragrant trail around the wearer.
At the same time, the exact development from the opening through the heart to the base cannot be determined, as the top, middle and base notes are not listed in the database.
It is therefore more accurate to describe the composition by its overall direction rather than attribute unconfirmed nuances or individual ingredients to it.
Esprit de l'Été can be viewed as a fragrance for women who enjoy fresh citrus and floral compositions with noticeably persistent sillage.
No information is available about the recommended number of sprays on skin or clothing, so it is best to determine the dosage individually, starting with a small amount and assessing the fragrance's intensity on your own skin.
To explore a similar mood, you may want to consider Monotheme Fine Fragrances Venezia Pompelmo, as well as Natura Exsultate and Teana Pour Lui 1.
These fragrances are listed as close options for further comparison, but their exact similarity to Esprit de l'Été should be assessed directly on the skin.
The defining feature of Albion Esprit de l'Été is the combination of a feminine citrus-floral character and very strong sillage.
This is a fragrance for those looking for more than light summer freshness: a noticeable composition with a vivid presence and expressive character.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences
Fragrances for spring and summer unfold with light citrus notes, floral and fruity accords, filling the composition with freshness, airiness, and a feeling of carefree lightness on warm days
The available Esprit de l'Été pyramid lists a citrus accord and floral notes.
The top, middle, and base notes are not specified separately, so it is impossible to divide the composition into the classic stages of development.
The citrus accord creates a feeling of freshness, lightness, and sunny energy. The floral notes add softness and a feminine character to the scent.
Overall, the composition belongs to the citrus and floral fragrance families. Its mood can be described as bright, airy, and noticeable, thanks to its very strong sillage.
| Gender | Female |
| Brand | Albion / アルビオン |
| Segment | Premium perfumery |
| Country | Japan |
| Website | https://www.albion.co.jp |
| Status | Produced |
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