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Eau de parfum
mine. Pineapple Pleasures
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
First Impressions
Pineapple Pleasures is an eau de parfum by mine., released in 2022.
This unisex fragrance has a distinctive fruity-floral character, where juicy exoticism meets the cool transparency of rainwater and a soft woody base.
The composition perfectly conveys the mood of the young Indonesian brand: wet tropical leaves, fresh fruit from the morning market, and delicate flowers familiar from childhood.
Pineapple Pleasures smells bright, carefree, and emotional, making it an easy choice for those who love noticeable fragrances with an unusual natural nuance.
Pyramid and Development
The top notes open with an energetic combination of pineapple, passion fruit, and pink pepper.
Exotic fruits lend the opening juiciness and a slight tartness, while the spicy accent adds sparkle and makes the composition less straightforward.
In the heart, the fragrance becomes softer and more romantic: pomegranate supports the fruity theme, while lily of the valley and peony create an airy floral layer.
Gradually, the freshness takes on a damp, almost mineral nuance, reminiscent of a tropical downpour and cool leaves after the rain.
The drydown is built around a forest accord, white musk, rainwater, and sandalwood.
Woody nuances give the fragrance depth, musk smooths the trail, while the rainwater accord preserves a sense of cleanliness and fresh air.
Character and Wearability
Pineapple Pleasures is positioned as a unisex fragrance, but it will particularly appeal to fans of fruity scents with a noticeable yet non-cloying floral touch.
This is not a quiet watercolour composition: its trail is described as very strong, so the fragrance is suited to occasions when you want to leave a memorable impression.
The best time to discover Pineapple Pleasures is during the warm season, when its fruity and watery notes unfold with exceptional volume.
It is suitable for walks, travel, get-togethers with friends, and evening outings, provided it is applied with care.
In cool weather, the woody-musky base may smell denser and more pronounced.
Specific recommendations for the number of sprays on skin and clothing are not available.
Given the very strong trail, it is sensible to start with a minimal amount and assess its development on the skin before applying it to clothing.
Its Place in the Brand’s Palette
For mine., this release appears to be a bold play with contrasts: vivid tropical fruits are paired with lily of the valley, peony, damp mineral nuances, and serene sandalwood.
It is precisely this combination that sets Pineapple Pleasures apart from ordinary sweet fruity compositions—it has a cool natural nuance and a sense of airiness.
The perfumer is not identified in the available information, so we will not associate the fragrance with a specific signature style.
At the same time, the release clearly reflects mine.’s direction: contemporary Indonesian perfumery sounds joyful, sensual, and distinctive here, while maintaining a connection to the tropical landscape.
Similar Fragrances
If Pineapple Pleasures’ fruity-floral style appeals to you, you could try Victoria's Secret Bombshell, Avon Cherish, or Gucci Envy Me for comparison.
They may also appeal to lovers of juicy fruity accords and a pronounced feminine character, but Pineapple Pleasures stands out with a damper, woody-mineral drydown.
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