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Atkinsons · Sold as unisex
Shine Despite Everything
The cozy comfort of curling up with a book in your favorite armchair, where warmth and complexity meet in a perfect balance.
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Shine Despite EverythingPremium · $100–250
34%Similar accords, often for lessOud Mood · Lattafa PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares pimento, caramel and rose8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Shine Despite Everything by Atkinsons is a new fragrance launched in 2024. This unisex Oriental Vanilla scent opens with the warm spiciness of pimento and turmeric, evoking a sense of depth and complexity. The heart notes of frankincense and rose add an aromatic richness, while caramel and vanilla provide a sweet and comforting base. This composition is anchored by oud and akigalawood, creating a woody and balsamic finish that lingers on the skin.
Apply Shine Despite Everything directly to pulse points for the best longevity. The warm spicy notes will fade within an hour, but the woody and vanilla base will keep developing on your skin throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Shine Despite Everything, Atkinsons
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The originalShine Despite EverythingAtkinsons · Premium · $100–250Lattafa PerfumesOud MoodShares Pimento, Caramel and Roseunder $40★ 4.00 (2,247)32%Match
Lattafa Perfumes · 2015Sheikh Al Shuyukh Luxe EditionShares Caramel and Roseunder $40★ 3.90 (1,417)32%Match
Lattafa Perfumes · 2024Niche Emarati Mughal FortShares Pimento and Caramelunder $40★ 4.11 (249)
With Atkinsons 24 Old Bond Street Limited Edition 2016
Adds whiskey, green and fresh spicy; shares rose.
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What people
are saying.
Well loved by wearers: loved by 58%, disliked or hated by 8%.