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Cruel Gardénia by Guerlain — notes, seasons & similar scents | Fragr

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Guerlain· 2008

Cruel Gardénia

Name: Cruel Gardénia by Guerlain
Brand: Guerlain
Rating: 7.6 (310 reviews)

7.6310Typically ~$130

Opens on damask rose, settles into a sandalwood-floral base. Suits daily wear in spring.

FloralPowderyFreshSweetGreen

Perfumer: Randa Hammami

Scent profile

Top notes

Damask roseNeroliPeach

Heart notes

GardeniaWhite muskYlang-ylang

Base notes

SandalwoodTonka beanVanilla

When to wear it

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Casual

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Date

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Formal

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