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Eau de parfum
Brocard Illusions Ghost
Gender:
Female
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Illusions Ghost — a fruity-floral story by Brocard
Brocard Illusions Ghost is a women's eau de parfum from 2023, part of the Illusions collection.
This fragrance combines juicy fruity freshness, airy floral nuances and a cool aquatic accent, creating a light, modern scent for those who enjoy delicate compositions without excessive intensity.
The fragrance was created by Brocard, which has remained one of Russia's notable perfume and cosmetics brands since 2000.
Illusions Ghost continues the collection's focus on fantasy, playful imagery and unexpected combinations, but does so with particular tenderness: the fragrance feels transparent, clean and slightly dreamy.
The fragrance's character and development
The composition opens with apple, mandarin and neroli.
The opening is sparkling and refreshing: fruity juiciness is softened by citrus clarity, while a white-floral accent adds a polished, radiant mood.
Apple blossom, cherry, gardenia and an aquatic accord gradually join them.
The heart of Illusions Ghost is built on a contrast of delicate flowers, light fruity sweetness and watery coolness.
As a result, the perfume does not become dense or overly gourmand, preserving a sense of airiness.
In the base, amber and musk create a soft, clean drydown that keeps the composition close to the skin.
In character, this is a fruity-floral fragrance with citrus, mineral, musky, ambery and white-floral nuances.
Its mood is the freshness after rain, a luminous fruity veil and understated femininity without theatricality.
Who Illusions Ghost is for and when to wear it
The fragrance is positioned as feminine and feels especially natural in daytime settings: during a walk, at school or work, meeting friends or enjoying a quiet break in the city.
It will appeal to those who prefer unobtrusive compositions with a fruity accent and do not like perfumes that fill the entire space.
Illusions Ghost has a subtle sillage, making it comfortable for the office, small spaces and situations where restraint and tact are important.
It performs best in spring and summer, as well as on warm autumn days when fresh accords feel especially natural.
The perfumer and practical application
The composition was created by Alienor Massenet, known for her ability to work with expressive yet harmonious combinations.
In Illusions Ghost, her approach is reflected in the balance of juicy apple, floral softness, an aquatic accord and a clean musky-ambery base.
For application to the skin, 1–2 sprays are enough to highlight its intimate, delicate development.
We also recommend 1–2 sprays on clothing, preferably from a short distance and after checking the fabric's reaction. No other concentrations of this fragrance are listed in the available data.
Similar fragrances
If you enjoy light fruity-floral compositions with a clean, fresh mood, take a look at Nina Ricci Nina L'Eau.
For further exploration in the same direction, you could also consider Nina Ricci Nina Edition d'Or and Oscar de la Renta Intrusion.
At the same time, Illusions Ghost stands out through its combination of apple, cherry, an aquatic accord and a soft musky base, giving it an airy, unobtrusive character.
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