Eau de Cologne
Fresia

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Santa Maria Novella  ·  Sold as feminine

Fresia

The crisp air in an indoor botanical garden where the scent of freesia flowers blends with the earthy undertones of skunk cabbage, creating a sense of refined nature.

3.96795 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprint
floralpowderymuskyvioletiris
FresiaPremium · $100–250
48%Similar accords, often for lessFleurs Sublimes For Him · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares violet and musk8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityWeak11% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak11%
Weak39%
Moderate39%
Long lasting9%
Eternal1%
SillageModerate8% say strong or enormous
Intimate44%
Moderate49%
Strong6%
Enormous1%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

TopOpening

BaseFoundation

Main Accords

When to Wear

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Spring
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Summer
🍂
Fall
❄️
Winter
🌤️
Day
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Night

Who Wears It

♂
Masculine1%
⚥
Unisex16%
♀
Feminine83%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Fresia by Santa Maria Novella is a clean and feminine scent that captures the essence of freesia flowers. The top note of freesia sets an immediate impression of freshness, supported by the soft floral notes of violet and rose de mai in the heart. What makes Fresia particularly intriguing is its unexpected inclusion of Western skunk cabbage, which adds a subtle earthiness. This unusual element contrasts beautifully with the musky base notes of iris, creating a fragrance that is both delicate and complex.

How to wear it

Apply Fresia sparingly; its musky base develops slowly and lingers throughout the day. It is best for daytime wear when the crisp top notes balance well against the warmth of the base.

Fig. 01 — Fresia, Santa Maria Novella

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With Zara Star Wars Girls

Adds fruity, woody and amber; shares freesia.

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06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

3.96/ 5 · 795 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 35%, disliked or hated by 11%.

Love35%
Like38%
OK16%
Dislike10%
Hate1%
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