Luscious

Luscious by French Avenue, released in 2024 and listed as feminine, is a nutty, honeyed gourmand. Gourmand is the accord every wearer names; most also find it spicy, and about a third describe musky and citrus sides. It is sweet and warm with a savoury edge.

The notes are listed as a group. Bergamot gives a brief bright opening, and cardamom and saffron add a warm, slightly leathery spice. The heart is where the character lies: honey brings a thick, golden sweetness, pistachio and peanut a nutty, creamy, lightly salted note that keeps the sweetness from feeling flat. The base of vanilla, tonka bean and musk is smooth and sweet, with the tonka adding an almond-like warmth and the musk a soft, skin-close finish.

The profile suits autumn and winter, evenings and casual occasions, and it is at its best in cool weather. Luscious will appeal to people who like dessert-style gourmands and enjoy nuts and honey more than caramel and fruit.

Luscious — for women fragrance by French Avenue (released 2024). Notes: Bergamot, Cardamom, Honey, Musk, Peanut, Pistachio, Saffron, Tonka, Tonka Bean, Vanilla. — Parfica open fragrance database