Heliotrope

Heliotrope by Etro, from 1989, is a floral fragrance with a clear sweet side, soft musk and amber, and light green and citrus touches. It is a powdery, almond-tinged scent worn by anyone.

The opening mixes bergamot and petitgrain for a fresh, slightly bitter citrus with orange blossom and almond, which hint at the sweetness to come. The heart centres on heliotrope, a flower that smells of almond, vanilla and soft powder, surrounded by rose, ylang-ylang, jasmine and iris, which adds a cool, makeup-like powderiness. The base is warm and balsamic, with Peru balsam, Tolu balsam, vanilla, tonka bean and musk.

Wearers report moderate to weak longevity, and the trail is described as intimate or moderate in equal measure. It is voted for autumn and winter and mostly for daytime, making it a quiet, comforting scent for work, reading and personal moments rather than a loud statement.

Heliotrope — unisex fragrance by Etro (released 1989). Top notes: Almond, Orange Blossom, Petitgrain, Bergamot. Heart notes: Heliotrope, Iris, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Rose. Base notes: Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Tolu Balsam, Peru Balsam, Musk. — Parfica open fragrance database