Definition

Definition by Christina Aguilera, from 2017, is a bright citrus scent with a soft, sweet underside. Everyone who describes it mentions citrus first; about half add gourmand, musky and floral, and a minority find it woody or ambery. The picture is of a sunny fruit-and-flower perfume rather than anything heavy.

Mandarin and Sicilian bergamot give the juicy, zesty brightness, and red apple adds a crisp, slightly sugary fruitiness. Orchid, including vanilla orchid, brings a creamy floral sweetness, while heliotrope lends a touch of soft, almond-like powder. Underneath, hinoki wood keeps things clean and faintly dry, and ambergris with musk gives a warm, skin-like finish that stops the citrus from feeling thin.

The overall effect is cheerful and easy to wear, a feminine scent that suits daytime and warmer weather, with just enough vanilla and musk to carry it into the evening. It is the kind of fragrance to reach for when you want something fresh and approachable rather than statement-making.

Definition — for women fragrance by Christina Aguilera (released 2017). Notes: Ambergris, Bergamot, Diamond Orchid, Heliotrope, Hinoki Wood, Italian Mandarin, Mandarin Orange, Musk, Orchid, Red Apple, Sicilian Bergamot, Vanilla Orchid. — Parfica open fragrance database