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The house of Marks and Spencer gifted the world with Isis in 2011. By character, a feminine fragrance drawing from the floral and water families. Offered in eau de toilette concentration.
The longevity is very low — a light cloud that fades quickly. Brand country — the United Kingdom, with its deep-rooted relationship with the fragrance industry. Isis Marks and Spencer unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.
The fragrance has very low longevity and lasts only about 1 hour on the skin, leaving only a light, barely perceptible trail
The scent exists only for you—no one around you will notice it
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 composition of Isis evolves as a cohesive olfactory arc, where layers reveal themselves smoothly and sequentially. The creative approach of Marks and Spencer is evident in the way notes appear and fade. No excess details, only what works, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Eau de toilette sets the depth and body this composition needs.
At the note-group layer the structure relies on Citrus, Fruit, Whiteflower and Floral. The palette also extends to Leather, Wood, Musk and Aquatic. Within olfactory families the composition sits in Floral and Water.
At the opening of the pyramid you catch sparkling citrus opening notes: Grapefruit, Guava, Kumquat and Pear.
In the central layer you notice Lily of the Valley, Rose and Violet keeping a opulent floral direction.
The internal accord map is built around these accords: Citrus, Floral, Fruit and Musc with each one in a clear role. Secondary accord layers such as Wood and Leather enrich the profile without taking over. The gender direction is feminine, which sharpens how the fragrance is perceived.
Overall Isis reads as a cohesive composition — the start forms character, the heart develops the core line, and the base secures the trail. These are the fragrances best judged through real development.
| Gender | Female |
| Brand | Marks and Spencer |
| Segment | Massmarket perfumery |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Website | http://www.marksandspencer.com |
| Year of production | 2011 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de toilette |
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