Arashiyama by d'Annam
Brand: d'Annam
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
The bamboo forest of Arashiyama: bamboo leaves after rain with fresh grass and violet, on bamboo wood.
Is Arashiyama worth it?
How it smells: Opens with rain and bamboo leaves, fresh grass and violet at the heart, then dries down to bamboo wood.
Scent Score: 46/100 (Fair). Doesn't stand out. Pairs well with fewer fragrances than most. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 40, versatility 67, layerability 36 and value 40, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Fades fast. Plan to reapply. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Spring and summer, for daytime and casual days. Layering: Best worn on its own. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2024 · Unisex
Key accords: Rain, Bamboo Leaves, Fresh Grass, Violet, Bamboo Wood
Top Notes
- Rain
- Bamboo Leaves
Heart Notes
- Fresh Grass
- Violet
Base Notes
- Bamboo Wood
Occasions: Daytime, Casual
Seasons: Spring, Summer
Fragrance overview
Arashiyama by d'Annam belongs to the green fragrance family. The bamboo forest of Arashiyama: bamboo leaves after rain with fresh grass and violet, on bamboo wood. Arashiyama opens with Rain and Bamboo Leaves. The heart brings Fresh Grass and Violet. It dries down to Bamboo Wood.
How to wear Arashiyama
On skin, Arashiyama by d'Annam has longevity of 6-8 hours, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and summer. Reach for it for daytime and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Her by Burberry. Apply Arashiyama first as your base layer. Its green character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Her on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Arashiyama : 2 sprays Her and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Arashiyama opens with Rain and Bamboo Leaves.
The heart brings Fresh Grass and Violet.
It dries down to Bamboo Wood.
What to layer with Arashiyama
Her by Burberry
Signature Worthy · 96/99
Green and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share violet.
Order: Apply Arashiyama first as your base layer. Its green character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Her on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Arashiyama : 2 sprays Her
Spell On You by Louis Vuitton
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 96/99
Green and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share violet.
Order: Apply Arashiyama first as your base layer. Its green character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Spell On You on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Arashiyama : 2 sprays Spell On You
Guilty Black by Gucci
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 96/99
Green and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share violet.
Order: Apply Arashiyama first as your base layer. Its green character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Guilty Black on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Arashiyama : 2 sprays Guilty Black
Lacoste Pour Femme by Lacoste
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 96/99
Green and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share violet.
Order: Apply Arashiyama first as your base layer. Its green character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lacoste Pour Femme on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Arashiyama : 2 sprays Lacoste Pour Femme
Be Delicious by DKNY
Signature Worthy · 96/99
Green and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share violet.
Order: Apply Arashiyama first as your base layer. Its green character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Be Delicious on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Arashiyama : 2 sprays Be Delicious
Pairings to approach with care
Ani by Nishane
Not Recommended · 30/99
Ani has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Ani brings an oriental contrast to this green scent.
Order: Apply Arashiyama first as your base layer. Its green character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Ani on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Arashiyama : 1 spray Ani
Angel Eau de Parfum by Mugler
Not Recommended · 30/99
Angel Eau de Parfum has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Angel Eau de Parfum brings a gourmand contrast to this green scent.
Order: Apply Arashiyama first as your base layer. Its green character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Angel Eau de Parfum on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Arashiyama : 1 spray Angel Eau de Parfum
Related fragrances and why
- Her by Burberry — Both include violet.
- Spell On You by Louis VuittonTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include violet.
- Guilty Black by GucciBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include violet.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Arashiyama?
Arashiyama opens with Rain and Bamboo Leaves. The heart brings Fresh Grass and Violet. It dries down to Bamboo Wood.
How long does Arashiyama last, and how strong is it?
Arashiyama by d'Annam has longevity of 6-8 hours, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Arashiyama?
It's best in spring and summer. It suits daytime and casual.
What layers well with Arashiyama?
Her by Burberry is its strongest match (96% compatibility). Green and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share violet. Apply Arashiyama first as your base layer. Its green character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Her on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Arashiyama : 2 sprays Her.
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