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Marc Jacobs · Sold as feminine
Floating Gardenias
The scent that lingers after stepping out of the shower, where gardenia and musk blend into a comforting embrace.
Full bottle: Mid-range tier, typically $40–100. Links open each seller's own page. We may earn a commission; it never changes the order.
Floating GardeniasMid-range · $40–100
37%Similar accords, often for lessCoastal Blooms · Victoria's SecretBudget tier, under $40 · shares sea notes, honeysuckle and musk8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2007 by Marc Jacobs, Floating Gardenias is a unisex fragrance that balances freshness and warmth. The scent opens with the bright citrus of Sicilian Bergamot and sea notes, creating an immediate sense of lightness and clarity. At its heart, gardenia and honeysuckle create a lush floral bouquet, while marigold adds a subtle spiciness. The base notes of white woods and musk anchor this composition with a soft, enveloping warmth.
Apply this fragrance in light layers for maximum effect — it blooms over time with each layer adding depth. The sea notes and bergamot are prominent initially but give way to the floral heart within an hour.
Fig. 01 — Floating Gardenias, Marc Jacobs
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The originalFloating GardeniasMarc Jacobs · Mid-range · $40–100Victoria's Secret · 2026Coastal BloomsShares Sea notes, Honeysuckle and Muskunder $40★ 4.04 (23)
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Warmly received so far: loved by 86%, disliked or hated by 0%.