Knowing
“Knowing by Estée Lauder is a Chypre Floral fragrance for women”
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Well loved by wearers — a woody, earthy composition with a powdery undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear, leaning feminine.
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Launched in 1988 by Estée Lauder and crafted by perfumer Harry Frémont, Knowing is a chypre floral that captures the essence of lasting elegance. The composition opens with aldehydes and green notes, creating an initial crispness before giving way to a heart of mimosa, rose, jasmine, and tuberose. These florals are layered over warm spices like coriander and cardamom, adding depth and complexity. The base is rich with orris root, patchouli, oakmoss, amber, and musk, grounding the fragrance in earthy warmth. Knowing blends classic notes into a scent that feels both familiar and novel.
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Application Tips
Apply Knowing with two light sprays — the initial aldehydic freshness fades quickly, but the heart and base notes will develop on your skin throughout the day. This fragrance is best for daytime wear as it reads softly yet confidently.
Harry Frémont
Founding perfumer · 87 fragrances
Designer Estée Lauder
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The story behind the bottle.
The quiet confidence of an office meeting where the crisp aldehydic top notes give way to a rich, warm base that lingers long after.
Fig. 01 — Knowing, Estée Lauder
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