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The world first encountered Luminous by Ghost in 2009. A feminine fragrance belonging to the fruit and floral families. It was created by perfumer Maurice Roucel. Offered in eau de toilette concentration.
Expect a noticeable sillage — enough to be remembered, not enough to overwhelm. In terms of longevity, it sits at moderate — long enough to make a real impression. the United Kingdom is where this fragrance comes from — and it shows. Luminous Ghost unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.
The fragrance has medium longevity and lasts on the skin for about 5-6 hours, gradually revealing its notes and leaving a pleasant impression
The scent is clearly present near you, but it does not fill the entire space
The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences
A light and elegant fragrance with harmonious richness—the perfect balance between the depth of eau de parfum and the freshness of cologne
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
The scent of Luminous unfolds as a layered story, where accents shift with precision and warmth. The signature of Ghost is recognizable from the opening to the final trail. No excess details, only what works, and the fragrance holds its character from opening to trail. Eau de toilette supports the depth and body this composition needs.
From the group perspective the composition is built around Citrus, Fruit, Floral and Whiteflower. The framework further includes Wood. At family level the scent maps to Floral and Fruit.
From the first breath you meet juicy fruity top notes: Bergamot, Blackcurrant, Green Apple and Melon.
In the middle phase you sense Freesia, Jasmine, Lily of the Valley, Raspberry, Rose and Violet holding a opulent floral direction.
The olfactory framework rests on these accords: Citrus, Floral, Fruit and Wood with each one in a clear role. The gender direction is feminine, which sharpens how the fragrance is perceived. In wear duration Middle points to a sustained drydown presence.
In summary Luminous holds a coherent structure — the first stage creates momentum, the middle layer carries the identity, while the drydown anchors the memory. These are the fragrances best judged through real development.
| Gender | Female |
| Brand | Ghost |
| Segment | Luxury perfumery |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Website | http://www.ghost.co.uk |
| Year of production | 2009 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de toilette |
| License holder | Designer Parfums Ltd |
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