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Eau de parfum
Be Layered Close Encounter
Gender:
Female
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
The Character of Close Encounter
Close Encounter Be Layered is a women's eau de parfum with a distinctive gourmand and sweet character.
It evokes an airy dessert, playful cotton candy and a festive treat, but the composition is not limited to a single confectionery facet: exotic flowers add a soft floral touch, while pink pepper creates a light spicy contrast.
The fragrance was created by Be Layered, a young and bold presence on the American perfume scene, founded in 2019.
The brand's DNA is linked to the idea of making complex and striking fragrance creations more accessible, so Close Encounter comes across as an emotional, noticeable and instantly recognizable release for those who love sweet fragrances with character.
Development and Scent Profile
At first, the composition may come across as a bright sweet accord with pink pepper. It does not make the fragrance hot or sharp, but adds sparkle and helps the sugary nuances sound more full-bodied.
As it develops, marshmallow and cotton candy move to the forefront, creating a soft, almost creamy impression.
Exotic flowers support the dessert theme with a transparent floral nuance and make the scent less straightforward.
Close Encounter will appeal to fans of sweet, gourmand and compliment-getting compositions who want their fragrance to be noticeable in the air.
Its very strong sillage makes this eau de parfum especially suitable for evenings, cool weather, celebrations and occasions when you want to leave a vivid impression behind.
In hot weather and small spaces, it is best to use it with particular restraint: its rich scent can quickly become dominant.
Notes and Fragrance Palette
The listed notes of Close Encounter are cotton candy, exotic flowers, marshmallow, pink pepper, sugar and red berries, which are indicated as part of the spicy accord.
Together, they create a sweet floral palette with a gourmand heart: airy, sugary and soft, yet not without a piquant spark.
No separate breakdown into top, heart and base notes is available in the published information.
The exact recommended amount for application to skin and clothing has not been specified for this release.
Given its very strong sillage, it is sensible to start with a small number of sprays and assess how it develops on your own skin, since temperature, humidity and fabric type can noticeably affect the fragrance's intensity.
Similar Fragrances
For further exploration of sweet perfumes, consider Tutti Délices Barbe à Papa, and compare Close Encounter with Francesca Bianchi Once Upon A Time and Bath and Body Works Sugar Coated.
These compositions share an interest in sugary and gourmand nuances, although their moods and the balance of their notes may be perceived differently.
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