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Desiderata Now
Gender:
Female
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Desiderata Now — the character and story of the fragrance
Desiderata Now is a women's fragrance by Desiderata, released in 2015.
It is an expressive fruity-floral composition in which a fresh opening gradually gives way to a soft, warm, distinctly woody-ambery base.
Desiderata specialises in women's fragrances in eau de parfum concentration.
The available information for Now does not specify a separate collection, exact concentration, perfumer, or other concentration variants, so the composition is best assessed by its olfactory profile, longevity, and overall character.
The fragrance pyramid and development
The top notes open with juicy apple, tart blackcurrant, sparkling lemon, and the distinctive accent of marigold.
This opening feels energetic and vibrant: fruity sweetness is balanced by citrus freshness and a gentle green bitterness.
Jasmine and violet leaf emerge at the heart of the composition.
The soft white-floral quality of jasmine blends with the cool green facet of violet leaf, allowing the fragrance to retain its dynamism without becoming overly sweet.
The finish is built around amber, cedar, and Damask rose.
A warm amber accord enhances the volume and sillage, cedar adds a dry woody facet, while rose softens the base with a refined floral nuance.
Notes, fragrance family, and mood
The complete note list for Desiderata Now includes apple, blackcurrant, lemon, marigold, jasmine, violet leaf, amber, cedar, and Damask rose.
In terms of character, the fragrance combines fruity, citrus, floral, white-floral, green, woody, and balsamic facets.
Now will appeal to those who enjoy noticeable feminine compositions with a contrast between a fresh opening and a warm base.
It may unfold especially beautifully in cool weather, when the fruity-citrus notes sound bright and the amber-woody trail becomes deeper and more comforting.
Sillage and wearability
The fragrance is considered to have very strong sillage, so Now should be applied with care.
A small amount on the skin is sufficient for a first impression; when spraying it on clothing, it is best to start with a minimal dose and bear in mind that the ambery-woody base may linger especially long.
The fragrance can attract attention and is suitable for an evening out, a special occasion, or any situation in which you want to emphasise confidence and individuality.
It can also be worn during the day, but requires careful dosage, especially indoors.
Similar fragrances for comparison
If you would like to compare Now with other expressive compositions, consider Dior Fahrenheit, Louis Feraud Soleil De Jade, and Jeanne Arthes Dreamy Sweet Sixteen.
They do not reproduce the Desiderata pyramid exactly, but may appeal to those who enjoy pronounced sillage, fruity-floral nuances, and a rich base.
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