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The Virgin's Secret Jasmine is an eau de parfum from the Italian brand AquaNobilis, released in 2024.
This unisex fragrance has a distinctive amber-floral character, where the soft white-floral quality of jasmine meets spicy, woody and gourmand nuances.
The name The Virgin's Secret Jasmine gives the composition a special mood: sensual, mysterious and slightly theatrical.
The fragrance is built around jasmine, but does not aim for a transparent or purely floral lightness — its character gradually becomes denser, warmer and more noticeable on the skin.
At the opening, The Virgin's Secret Jasmine draws attention with a combination of amber and jasmine.
The amber accord adds radiance and volume, while jasmine forms the recognizable white-floral heart of the composition with a soft, slightly honeyed sensuality.
As the fragrance develops, saffron, salted caramel and tonka bean join the floral notes.
Spicy saffron makes the fragrance more expressive, salted caramel adds a contrasting gourmand facet, and tonka bean brings the sweetness and spices together in a rounder, velvety accord.
The final stage of the composition rests on amberwood, cedar and vanilla.
The woody notes create a lasting framework, amberwood intensifies the modern amber character, while vanilla softens the base and leaves a warm, slightly sweet impression.
The fragrance is presented as unisex, so it may appeal to both women and men who enjoy rich amber compositions with white florals and gourmand nuances.
It will sound most harmonious in cool weather, in the evening, at a special occasion or whenever you want to emphasize your individuality.
The sillage of The Virgin's Secret Jasmine is rated as very strong.
This is a noticeable perfume that is best given some time to develop: the intensity of the jasmine, amber and woody base can quickly fill a space.
No information is provided about the exact amount to apply to skin or clothing, so it is sensible to start with a small number of sprays and add more later if needed.
The Virgin's Secret Jasmine is not listed as belonging to a specific collection, and no information is available about other concentrations of this release.
The perfumer behind the composition is also not identified, so the author's style cannot be accurately assessed based on the available information.
With its combination of amber, sweet, spicy and woody facets, the fragrance can be considered alongside Edgardio Chilini Cafeier, The Spirit of Dubai Bahar and Nabeel Alya.
At the same time, The Virgin's Secret Jasmine stands out for its emphasis on jasmine and the contrast between salted caramel and saffron, making it appealing to those looking not simply for a sweet perfume, but for a more layered and distinctive unisex fragrance.
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 rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The top notes of The Virgin's Secret Jasmine unfold with amber and jasmine, creating a warm white-floral opening.
The heart of the composition features saffron, salted caramel, and tonka bean: spiciness meets rich gourmand sweetness. The base is built around amberwood, cedar, and vanilla.
Amberwood and cedar give the fragrance depth and a lasting woody framework, while vanilla makes the finish soft and rounded.
Overall, the composition combines amber, floral, gourmand, spicy, and woody facets.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | AquaNobilis |
| Segment | Niche perfumery |
| Country | Italy |
| Website | https://www.aquanobilisparfums.com/en/ |
| Year of production | 2024 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
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