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Eau de parfum
To Summer | 观夏 Pomelo
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Character and history of the fragrance: To Summer | 观夏 Pomelo is a citrus aromatic fragrance released in 2023.
This eau de parfum was created for women and men who enjoy fresh, energetic and distinctive compositions with an expressive character.
The fragrance is part of the Eastern Essence Collection by To Summer | 观夏.
This young Chinese niche brand, founded in 2021, draws on Eastern poetry, images from nature and the art of creating moods through fragrance. As a result, Pomelo feels like more than just a fresh citrus release: it is a vivid olfactory story.
Development and olfactory profile
The composition opens with a sparkling burst of citrus: grapefruit and lemon set a juicy, slightly bitter tone, bergamot adds elegant transparency, while tangerine softens the opening with sunny fruity sweetness.
An aldehydic nuance makes the first minutes especially airy and noticeable, like the cool scent of the peel of a freshly cut pomelo.
In the heart, the freshness becomes fuller and greener.
Mint and thyme lend the fragrance an aromatic coolness, raspberry adds a soft berry accent, and jasmine gently illuminates the composition with white-floral purity without turning it into an overtly floral fragrance.
The drydown is built around amber and white musk. They gradually transform the citrus lightness into a warm, clean and fairly long-lasting cloud, while the fragrance retains a distinctive fresh trail on the skin.
Longevity, sillage and wearability
According to the stated characteristics, Pomelo has very strong sillage, making the composition noticeable in its surroundings and well suited to those who enjoy a fragrance that creates a distinctive aura around the wearer.
At the same time, its citrus-aromatic profile does not feel heavy: its energy comes from the contrast between cool herbs, juicy fruits and a soft musky-ambery base.
This is a versatile unisex fragrance for warm weather, daytime walks, travel and urban outings.
In cool weather, the citrus freshness is particularly striking indoors, while the rich sillage helps Pomelo remain appropriate in the evening as well.
The recommended dosage for skin and clothing is not specified, so it is best to start with a small number of sprays and increase the intensity according to your preference.
Author and perfumery context: Pomelo was created by David Huang.
In his interpretation, the citrus theme takes on a more complex development: the opening sounds bright and almost sparkling, the herbal heart adds dynamism, and the amber-musk base makes the fragrance expressive and memorable.
If you enjoy fresh compositions with citrus energy, Elizabeth Arden Green Tea, Chanel Bleu de Chanel and Tom Ford Mandarino di Amalfi Acqua are worth considering for comparison.
Pomelo differs from them through its combination of grapefruit bitterness, mint, thyme and a pronounced musky-ambery trail.
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