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In 1920, Grossmith introduced English Lilac — a fragrance that's hard to forget. A feminine fragrance belonging to the floral family. Available as eau de cologne.
Made in the United Kingdom, backed by a long and proud tradition. A rich, layered composition that reveals itself differently depending on your mood and the time of day.
Some fragrances simply live on the skin — this one becomes part of it. The official website of Grossmith — http://www.afnanperfumes.com/index.php.
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 fresh and light fragrance with a concentration of fragrant substances up to 5% according to French standards, giving a feeling of purity and coolness
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 note pyramid of English Lilac unfolds as an expressive line of development, where accents shift smoothly and sequentially. The signature of Grossmith is clear in the way notes appear and fade. Nothing here feels random, and the fragrance holds its character from opening to trail. Eau de Cologne emphasizes the right density and pace of development.
At olfactory-group level the profile is anchored in Floral and Whiteflower. Within olfactory families the scent maps to Floral.
Right at the start you catch petal-airy top note: Lilac. This 1 note sets romantic softness that is impossible to miss.
The deeper layers are felt as a continuous motion from lift to depth, which keeps the fragrance coherent.
The internal accord map is built around these accords: Floral forming a compact and readable structure. The profile is feminine, which sharpens how the fragrance is perceived.
Taken together English Lilac sounds complete from start to finish — the opening sets direction, the middle layer carries the identity, and the final phase leaves a stable imprint. These are the fragrances best judged on skin.
| Gender | Female |
| Brand | Grossmith |
| Segment | Niche perfumery |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Website | http://www.grossmithlondon.com |
| Year of production | 1920 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de Cologne |
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