by Avon
Rare Amethyst is a lighthearted, feminine fruity-floral scent centered around juicy plum and violet, with a soft woody base of sandalwood. It presents a vibrant yet restrained balance—effervescent sweetness from the plum note fades into a powdery, delicate violet drydown, giving the fragrance a languidly elegant, almost candy-like texture. The scent is noted for its strong association with the color purple, evoking fruit syrups, grape juice, or sweet berries, with some finding it refreshingly innocent, others describing it as a pronounced, linear fruity composition. While some users feel it's modest in longevity and sillage—lasting moderately long and projecting faintly—it performs well enough to be practical for office wear and date nights, especially in moderate weather. It stands out most as a wearable, sweet, and approachable option for those drawn to subtle, gourmand-like plummy scents without needing bold or dramatic notes.