Bergamot by Commodity
Brand: Commodity
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Commodity Bergamot captures the vivid, zesty character of freshly peeled citrus with a polished, modern fragrance structure. Aromatic florals add gentle lift, while cedarwood, sandalwood, and musk create a smooth and understated finish suitable for everyday wear.
Is Bergamot worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bergamot, lime and mandarin orange, lavender and jasmine at the heart, then dries down to cedarwood and sandalwood.
Scent Score: 68/100 (Good). Doesn't stand out. Gives less for its price tier than most. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 43, reputation 96, versatility 87, layerability 91 and value 28, each out of 100.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2013 · Unisex
Key accords: Bergamot, Lime, Mandarin Orange, Lavender, Jasmine, Geranium
Top Notes
- Bergamot
- Lime
- Mandarin Orange
Heart Notes
Base Notes
- Cedarwood
- Sandalwood
- Musk
- Amber
Occasions: Office, Casual, Outdoor, Date
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrance overview
Bergamot by Commodity belongs to the citrus fragrance family. A bright, sparkling bergamot scent softened by aromatic herbs, crisp woods, and a clean musky drydown. Bergamot opens with Bergamot, Lime, and Mandarin Orange. The heart brings Lavender, Jasmine, and Geranium. It dries down to Cedarwood, Sandalwood, Musk, and Amber.
How to wear Bergamot
On skin, Bergamot by Commodity has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 4/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, summer, and fall. Reach for it for office, casual, outdoor, and date. Its best layering match in the catalog is CK One by Calvin Klein. Apply Bergamot first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift. Start with 2 sprays Bergamot : 2 sprays CK One and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Bergamot opens with Bergamot, Lime, and Mandarin Orange.
The heart brings Lavender, Jasmine, and Geranium.
It dries down to Cedarwood, Sandalwood, Musk, and Amber.
What to layer with Bergamot
CK One by Calvin Klein
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, mandarin orange, and jasmine.
Order: Apply Bergamot first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Bergamot : 2 sprays CK One
Beautiful by Estée Lauder
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, cedarwood, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Bergamot first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Beautiful on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Bergamot : 1 spray Beautiful
Y EDP by Yves Saint Laurent
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and aromatic scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and geranium.
Order: Apply Bergamot first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Y EDP on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Bergamot : 2 sprays Y EDP
Magnolia Nobile by Acqua di Parma
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, sandalwood, and musk.
Order: Apply Bergamot first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Magnolia Nobile on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Bergamot : 2 sprays Magnolia Nobile
J'adore by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, mandarin orange, and jasmine.
Order: Apply Bergamot first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer J'adore on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Bergamot : 2 sprays J'adore
Pairings to approach with care
Black Lacquer by Tom Ford
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 30/99
Black Lacquer has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Black Lacquer brings a woody contrast to this citrus scent.
Order: Apply Bergamot first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Black Lacquer on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Bergamot : 1 spray Black Lacquer
Oudgasm Chocolate Oud 11 by KAYALI
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 30/99
Oudgasm Chocolate Oud 11 has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Oudgasm Chocolate Oud 11 brings an oriental contrast to this citrus scent.
Order: Apply Bergamot first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oudgasm Chocolate Oud 11 on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Bergamot : 1 spray Oudgasm Chocolate Oud 11
Related fragrances and why
- CK One by Calvin Klein — Both include bergamot, mandarin orange, and jasmine.
- Beautiful by Estée Lauder — Both include jasmine, cedarwood, and sandalwood.
- Y EDP by Yves Saint Laurent — Both include bergamot and geranium.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Bergamot?
Bergamot opens with Bergamot, Lime, and Mandarin Orange. The heart brings Lavender, Jasmine, and Geranium. It dries down to Cedarwood, Sandalwood, Musk, and Amber.
How long does Bergamot last, and how strong is it?
Bergamot by Commodity has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 4/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Bergamot?
It's best in spring, summer, and fall. It suits office, casual, outdoor, and date.
What layers well with Bergamot?
CK One by Calvin Klein is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Citrus and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, mandarin orange, and jasmine. Apply Bergamot first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift. Start with 2 sprays Bergamot : 2 sprays CK One.
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