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Delicious Closet Queen
About
A fresh bergamot-ginger opening moves into a floral heart of lily of the valley, jasmine, and ylang-ylang. Then the scent turns drier and deeper, where leather, incense, and vanilla create a warm, slightly oriental trail for cooler days.
Delicious Closet Queen opens with bergamot and ginger: the start is fresh, with a light spicy sting and cool citrus air. In the heart, it turns softer as lily of the valley, jasmine, and ylang-ylang add floral smoothness, while the lily accord keeps the structure focused. A leather character gradually emerges, dry and slightly rough-textured rather than syrupy. In the base, incense and vanilla round the leather and leave a warm, faintly oriental trail. Reviews describe good longevity and a progression from a brighter opening to a woodier leather drydown. It suits wearers who enjoy contrast between soft florals and strict leather lines. It shows best in cooler weather, especially spring and autumn.
Top notes
bergamot, ginger, pink pepper
Heart
lily accord, ylang-ylang, jasmine, lily of the valley, ambrette absolute
Base
leather, animal notes, incense, vanilla