Notes Atlas/Banana
Sweet · 47 fragrances
Banana.
47
Fragrances
1978
Earliest use in catalog
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Typical position · 69%
Sweet
Reads as
Banana's sunny sweetness illuminates the fragrance world, casting a playful glow over compositions that range from tropical escapism to sophisticated woody blends.
Profile
What it reads as.
Share of banana-bearing fragrances carrying each accord.
Where to wear it
The fragrances that wear it best.
The Story
Banana in perfumery.
Banana is a note of ripe, sun-soaked fruit, evoking the juicy richness and slight green edge of its natural counterpart. Its essence can be extracted directly from bananas or recreated synthetically, capturing the vibrant freshness and sugary warmth that has made it a favorite in perfumery.
In compositions, banana often sits at the heart of the fragrance pyramid, blending seamlessly with musk for depth, sandalwood for warmth, and vanilla for sweetness. Its most frequent companions include jasmine and amber, creating layers that are both fruity and slightly exotic, grounding its inherent brightness with a touch of earthiness.
Today, you can find banana in fragrances like Maui in a Bottle Sweet Banana | 37 Eau de Parfum by Kayali Fragrances and Banana Rush by Juliette Has A Gun. These scents exemplify the trend towards fruity and tropical notes that transport wearers to sun-drenched locales with every spritz, making banana an essential element for those seeking a touch of playful warmth.