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Kuan Yin, a fragrance by the British niche house Essentially Me, was launched in 2000 and has captivated admirers of sophisticated floral compositions from the very beginning.
Created by the talented perfumer Alec Lawless, this eau de parfum belongs to the floral fragrance family and is designed for women.
The fragrance’s name refers to Guanyin, the goddess of mercy—a symbol of compassion and wisdom in Buddhist culture.
Founded in 2000, Essentially Me is a philosophical project that deliberately takes us back to the origins of perfumery, recreating the spirit of its “golden age.”
Kuan Yin is no exception: it reveals the depth and complexity characteristic of the finest examples of niche perfumery.
Mysterious, majestic, and incredibly beautiful, it seems to hold a thousand secrets.
The opening offers the sparkling freshness of a citrus accord and the cool green touch of violet leaf.
At its heart, the fragrance blossoms into a lush palette of champaca, jasmine, lotus, mimosa, osmanthus, rose, and spicy ylang-ylang.
The base is built around tobacco, lending the composition smoky depth and a refined astringency.
Kuan Yin has a very strong sillage—the fragrance leaves behind a luxurious trail that lingers in the memory.
This is a perfume for evening occasions, special events, or those moments when you want to surround yourself with an aura of true femininity. Despite its complexity, it unfolds seamlessly and smoothly, like a symphony.
Alec Lawless is a perfumer known for his refined sense of style and love of natural ingredients. His creations are always distinguished by elegance and depth.
In Kuan Yin, he has combined vibrant floral notes with a soft tobacco base, creating a fragrance that feels modern while evoking classic perfumery traditions.
If you like Kuan Yin, you may also be interested in other compositions with a similar mood: M. Micallef Ananda, Burberry Society, and Nina Ricci Nina.
Each one explores the theme of femininity and floral opulence in its own way.
Immerse yourself in the magical world of Kuan Yin—a fragrance that inspires and enchants. Learn more about the brand on the official website: pierrecardin.com.
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
A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail
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
Kuan Yin opens with a vibrant citrus accord paired with violet leaf.
The heart blooms with champaca, jasmine, lotus, mimosa, osmanthus, rose, and ylang-ylang, while velvety tobacco completes the composition, lending the fragrance a captivating depth.
| Gender | Female |
| Brand | Essentially Me |
| Segment | Natural perfumery |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Website | http://www.essentially-me.co.uk |
| Year of production | 2000 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
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