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Marc Jacobs· 2003· Eau de Parfum

Essence

Name: Essence by Marc Jacobs
Brand: Marc Jacobs
Rating: 8.38 (140 reviews)

8.4140Typically ~$80

Bergamot and freesia up top, drying down to amber and benzoin. Suits dates in fall.

ResinousFloralSweetPowderyCitrus

Scent profile

Top notes

BergamotFreesiaSpices

Heart notes

GardeniaIrisOrange blossomTurkish rose

Base notes

AmberBenzoinSandalwood

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

Smells similar

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When to wear it

A fall and spring fragrance that works day and night — at its best for date nights and formal occasions.

FallDayDate nights

When

Winter

93%

Spring

96%

Summer

76%

Fall

100%

Day

100%

Night

98%

Where

Office

83%

Casual

90%

Date

100%

Club

61%

Formal

95%

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