by Penhaligon's
Changing Constance is a warm, gourmand fragrance centered around caramel and vanilla, with subtle spice from cardamom and pimento, anchored by a soft tobacco and cashmeran base. It opens with a bright, spicy burst that quickly mellows into a smooth, velvety caramel with a delicate salted touch, evolving into a softly sweet, powdery vanilla with a creamy, cozy drydown. The scent is particularly intimate and close to the skin—projecting only faintly, with minimal sillage—and is widely appreciated for its elegant, wearable complexity, especially during fall and winter. Despite its soft projection and moderate longevity, many find it a comforting, deeply personal scent suitable for quiet moments, intimate settings, or as a night-time wearable. It is perceived as unisex in character, though leans feminine to most users. Several users note it resembles sweet, spiced tea, wood smoke, or warm baked treats, with a few comparing it to Princess by Kilian or Lune Feline, though the similarities are partial and nuanced. The fragrance is consistently described as delicate, sophisticated, and like a warm embrace, but its performance is widely seen as underwhelming for the price point.