Imagination by Louis Vuitton
Brand: Louis Vuitton
Concentration: EDP
What it smells like
A bright, sparkling citrus fragrance softened by spicy ginger, elegant black tea, and a clean ambroxan-woody finish.
Is Imagination worth it?
How it smells: Opens with citron, Calabrian bergamot and Sicilian orange, Tunisian neroli and nigerian ginger at the heart, then dries down to Chinese black tea and ambroxan.
Scent Score: 73/100 (Good). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 89, reputation 52, versatility 93, layerability 39 and value 74, each out of 100.
Scent Character
Citrus · Citrus Aromatic
EDP · Introduced 2021 · Men
Key accords: Citron, Calabrian bergamot, Sicilian Orange, Tunisian Neroli, Nigerian Ginger, Ceylon Cinnamon
Top Notes
- Citron
- Calabrian bergamot
- Sicilian Orange
Heart Notes
- Tunisian Neroli
- Nigerian Ginger
- Ceylon Cinnamon
Base Notes
- Chinese Black Tea
- Ambroxan
- Guaiac Wood
- Olibanum
Occasions: Office, Casual, Date, Outdoor, Special Occasion
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrance overview
Imagination by Louis Vuitton belongs to the citrus fragrance family. A bright, sparkling citrus fragrance softened by spicy ginger, elegant black tea, and a clean ambroxan-woody finish. Imagination opens with Citron, Calabrian bergamot, and Sicilian Orange. The heart brings Tunisian Neroli, Nigerian Ginger, and Ceylon Cinnamon. It dries down to Chinese Black Tea, Ambroxan, Guaiac Wood, and Olibanum.
How to wear Imagination
On skin, Imagination by Louis Vuitton has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, summer, and fall. Reach for it for office, casual, date, outdoor, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Game of Spades Full House by Jo Milano Paris. Apply Imagination first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Game of Spades Full House on top for fresh lift. Start with 2 sprays Imagination : 2 sprays Game of Spades Full House and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Imagination opens with Citron, Calabrian bergamot, and Sicilian Orange.
The heart brings Tunisian Neroli, Nigerian Ginger, and Ceylon Cinnamon.
It dries down to Chinese Black Tea, Ambroxan, Guaiac Wood, and Olibanum.
What to layer with Imagination
Game of Spades Full House by Jo Milano Paris
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share citron, calabrian bergamot, and sicilian orange.
Order: Apply Imagination first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Game of Spades Full House on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Imagination : 2 sprays Game of Spades Full House
Luna Rossa Carbon by Prada
Signature Worthy · 96/99
Citrus and aromatic scents naturally complement each other, and they share ambroxan.
Order: Apply Imagination first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Luna Rossa Carbon on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Imagination : 2 sprays Luna Rossa Carbon
À la rose Eau de Parfum by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Signature Worthy · 96/99
Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share calabrian bergamot.
Order: Apply Imagination first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer À la rose Eau de Parfum on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Imagination : 2 sprays À la rose Eau de Parfum
Aqua Universalis Eau de Toilette by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Signature Worthy · 96/99
Citrus and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share calabrian bergamot.
Order: Apply Imagination first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Aqua Universalis Eau de Toilette on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Imagination : 2 sprays Aqua Universalis Eau de Toilette
Carmina by Creed
Signature Worthy · 96/99
Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share ambroxan.
Order: Apply Imagination first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Carmina on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Imagination : 2 sprays Carmina
Pairings to approach with care
Not a Perfume by Juliette Has a Gun
Not Recommended · 37/99
Imagination has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Not a Perfume brings a woody contrast to this citrus scent.
Order: Apply Imagination first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Not a Perfume on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Imagination : 2 sprays Not a Perfume
No 57 Pistachio Tonka Woods by MIIM.MIIC
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. No 57 Pistachio Tonka Woods brings a gourmand contrast to this citrus scent.
Order: Apply Imagination first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer No 57 Pistachio Tonka Woods on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Imagination : 2 sprays No 57 Pistachio Tonka Woods
Related fragrances and why
- Game of Spades Full House by Jo Milano Paris — Both include citron, calabrian bergamot, and sicilian orange.
- Luna Rossa Carbon by Prada — Both include ambroxan.
- À la rose Eau de Parfum by Maison Francis Kurkdjian — Both include calabrian bergamot.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Imagination?
Imagination opens with Citron, Calabrian bergamot, and Sicilian Orange. The heart brings Tunisian Neroli, Nigerian Ginger, and Ceylon Cinnamon. It dries down to Chinese Black Tea, Ambroxan, Guaiac Wood, and Olibanum.
How long does Imagination last, and how strong is it?
Imagination by Louis Vuitton has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Imagination?
It's best in spring, summer, and fall. It suits office, casual, date, outdoor, and special occasion.
What layers well with Imagination?
Game of Spades Full House by Jo Milano Paris is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Citrus and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share citron, calabrian bergamot, and sicilian orange. Apply Imagination first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Game of Spades Full House on top for fresh lift. Start with 2 sprays Imagination : 2 sprays Game of Spades Full House.
Reviewed alternatives
- Hectic by Bujairami — Mirrors Imagination note for note: citron, bergamot and orange over neroli, ginger and cinnamon, on black tea, ambroxan, guaiac wood and olibanum.
- Game of Spades Full House by Jo Milano Paris — Both are sparkling citrus-tea scents: citron, bergamot and orange over ginger, neroli and cinnamon, on black tea, ambroxan, guaiac wood and olibanum.
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