Knowing

Knowing, created for Estée Lauder by Harry Fremont in 1988, is a rich floral chypre with a mossy, woody depth. Flowers lead, woods are strong, and a minority mention spice, greenery, freshness and a sweet touch.

The opening is full and radiant: rose, mimosa and plum give a soft, fruity floral warmth, while aldehydes add a clean, sparkling lift and coriander a gentle spice. In the heart, jasmine and orris root bring a creamy, powdery elegance, grounded by patchouli. The base is classic and deep, built on oakmoss, sandalwood, civet and amber, a mossy, earthy and slightly animalic warmth that gives the scent its grown-up character.

Over half of wearers find it long lasting and many call it eternal, while the trail is often strong. It is voted mainly for winter and autumn and leans towards evening. That suits formal occasions, dinners and cold-weather wear, for anyone who appreciates a confident, classic chypre.

Knowing — unisex fragrance by Estée Lauder (released 1988). Top notes: Aldehydes, Mimosa, Rose, Coriander, Green Notes, Tuberose, Plum, Melon. Heart notes: Patchouli, Cardamom, Orris Root, Cedar, Bay Leaf, Jasmine, Orange Blossom, Lily-of-the-Valley, Pitosporum. Base notes: Oakmoss, Patchouli, Civet, Vetiver, Spices, Sandalwood, Orris Root, Amber, Musk. — Parfica open fragrance database