by Arielle Shoshana
A distinctive gourmand with a core of steamed rice and matcha, Sunday presents a soft, creamy, and intimate scent that evokes horchata, boba tea shops, and warm rice pudding. The opening features a clear, grain-like rice note—distinctly steamed, lactonic, and powdery—paired with a quiet but present green tea (matcha) that carries the scent forward without sugariness. The mid-notes introduce a subtle spice balance with cardamom and cinnamon, creating a warm, comforting backdrop, while the base blends sandalwood, vanilla, and coconut into a soft, creamy lactonic and slightly woody dry down. While the scent is well-blended and evolves linearly, it remains close to the skin with moderate sillage, making it ideal for personal wear. The fragrance is perceived as cozy, peaceful, and verbally descriptive by some users—comparing it to a boba shop, a garden path with rice, or the quiet warmth of a Sunday morning. It wears best in fall and winter, and though it's not overly sweet, some find it slightly sour or synthetic, especially those with strong aversion to matcha or earthy green tea notes. However, many users appreciate its authenticity, gentle quality, and ability to evoke emotional and nostalgic moments.