Pleasures Intense

Pleasures Intense is a bold, lush floral fragrance that stands apart from the original Pleasures, with a lyrical intensity that feels both modern and timeless. It opens with a luminous burst of green lily, opulent white florals, and a crisp green note—peony and ylang-ylang contribute a vivacious, slightly sweet lift, while a sharp, alpine freshness from black currant and cassis gives the top notes a crisp edge without veering into fruity cloying. The heart is a dense, velvety bouquet of jasmine, rose, and lily, with a clean, airy quality that feels almost gauzy, yet remains deeply floral. The base introduces warmth through a soft spicy depth, with benzoin and styrax lending an ambery, slightly sugared envelopment, while maple and vanilla create a creamy, almost edible softness that rounds out the dry-down. On many skins, the scent feels like a living garden in full bloom: fresh, intoxicating, and deeply feminine. It’s exceptionally well-performing—long-lasting and generously sapphire, with the dry-down settling into airy, delicate layers that remain subtly present for hours. It’s a strong, radiant scent that commands attention, making it ideal for spring and summer, but also welcomed in cooler seasons for its warmth and depth.