Star AniseOpens with
SuedeHeart
PatchouliDries down to
Also asEau de Parfum · 2004 →
Harry FrémontThe nose · 87 fragrances · also made Florentine Iris (2012)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Michael Kors · Sold as masculine
Michael Kors for Men
The crisp morning after a late night — where the invigorating zest of star anise meets the grounding warmth of suede and musk, creating a scent that feels both fresh and familiar.
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Michael Kors for MenMid-range · $40–100
44%Similar accords, often for lessShadow Grey · AjmalBudget tier, under $40 · shares 4 of its 6 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2014 by Michael Kors, this fragrance was crafted by perfumer Harry Frémont to embody a blend of aromatic freshness and warm spiciness. The composition opens with star anise and elemi, creating a vibrant and zesty top note that transitions seamlessly into the heart's black pepper and thyme, adding a layer of complexity and warmth. At its base, sandalwood, suede, and musk provide a grounding presence, balancing out the spicy and aromatic elements above.
Apply one or two sprays to your pulse points. The aromatic top notes fade within an hour but allow enough time for the warm spiciness in the heart to take center stage. This fragrance is best suited for daytime wear when you want to make a subtle yet confident impression.
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Harry Frémont
A Cannes childhood, a lifetime of iconic scentsHarry Frémont is a Master Perfumer born in Cannes, France, who trained at ISIPCA in Versailles before joining Firmenich, where he won the Société Technique des Parfumeurs de France award in both 1984 and 1985.
Designer Michael Kors
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What people
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 41%, disliked or hated by 15%.