Hinoki Meditation by d'Annam
Brand: d'Annam
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
A mountaintop temple: hinoki cypress and forest leaves with incense and spices, on Japanese cedar and sandalwood.
Is Hinoki Meditation worth it?
How it smells: Opens with forest leaves and spices, hinoki cypress and incense at the heart, then dries down to Japanese cedar and sandalwood.
Scent Score: 51/100 (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 46, versatility 67, layerability 45 and value 46, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts a few hours. Reapply for the evening. Projection: Projects strongly. People will notice. Best for: Spring and fall, for the office and casual days. Layering: Best worn on its own. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2024 · Unisex
Key accords: Forest Leaves, Spices, Hinoki Cypress, Incense, Japanese Cedar, Sandalwood
Top Notes
- Forest Leaves
- Spices
Heart Notes
- Hinoki Cypress
- Incense
Base Notes
- Japanese Cedar
- Sandalwood
Occasions: Office, Casual
Seasons: Fall, Spring
Fragrance overview
Hinoki Meditation by d'Annam belongs to the woody fragrance family. A mountaintop temple: hinoki cypress and forest leaves with incense and spices, on Japanese cedar and sandalwood. Hinoki Meditation opens with Forest Leaves and Spices. The heart brings Hinoki Cypress and Incense. It dries down to Japanese Cedar and Sandalwood.
How to wear Hinoki Meditation
On skin, Hinoki Meditation by d'Annam has longevity of 6-8 hours, strong projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and spring. Reach for it for office and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Interlude Man by Amouage. Apply Hinoki Meditation first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Interlude Man on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Hinoki Meditation : 2 sprays Interlude Man and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Hinoki Meditation opens with Forest Leaves and Spices.
The heart brings Hinoki Cypress and Incense.
It dries down to Japanese Cedar and Sandalwood.
What to layer with Hinoki Meditation
Interlude Man by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share incense and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Hinoki Meditation first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Interlude Man on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hinoki Meditation : 2 sprays Interlude Man
Ylang 49 by Le Labo
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share incense and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Hinoki Meditation first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Ylang 49 on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hinoki Meditation : 2 sprays Ylang 49
Lacoste Pour Femme by Lacoste
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share incense and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Hinoki Meditation first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lacoste Pour Femme on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hinoki Meditation : 2 sprays Lacoste Pour Femme
Spicy Orchid by Dossier
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and spicy scents naturally complement each other, and they share incense and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Hinoki Meditation first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Spicy Orchid on top for spicy lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hinoki Meditation : 2 sprays Spicy Orchid
Tobacco Sapphire by Boadicea the Victorious
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share incense and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Hinoki Meditation first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tobacco Sapphire on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hinoki Meditation : 2 sprays Tobacco Sapphire
Pairings to approach with care
Bergamask by Orto Parisi
Not Recommended · 37/99
Bergamask has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Bergamask brings a citrus contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Hinoki Meditation first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bergamask on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hinoki Meditation : 1 spray Bergamask
Seoul Winter by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Seoul Winter brings a citrus contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Hinoki Meditation first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Seoul Winter on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hinoki Meditation : 2 sprays Seoul Winter
Related fragrances and why
- Interlude Man by AmouageBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include incense and sandalwood.
- Ylang 49 by Le LaboBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include incense and sandalwood.
- Lacoste Pour Femme by LacosteBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include incense and sandalwood.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Hinoki Meditation?
Hinoki Meditation opens with Forest Leaves and Spices. The heart brings Hinoki Cypress and Incense. It dries down to Japanese Cedar and Sandalwood.
How long does Hinoki Meditation last, and how strong is it?
Hinoki Meditation by d'Annam has longevity of 6-8 hours, strong projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Hinoki Meditation?
It's best in fall and spring. It suits office and casual.
What layers well with Hinoki Meditation?
Interlude Man by Amouage is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share incense and sandalwood. Apply Hinoki Meditation first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Interlude Man on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Hinoki Meditation : 2 sprays Interlude Man.
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