Wonderlust by Michael Kors
Brand: Michael Kors
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Creamy and warm: bergamot and almond milk over heliotrope, jasmine and carnation, on sandalwood and benzoin.
Is Wonderlust worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bergamot and almond milk, heliotrope and jasmine at the heart, then dries down to sandalwood and benzoin.
Scent Score: 79/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 83, versatility 67, layerability 80 and value 83, each out of 100.
Buyers say it lasts long, works for any occasion and gets compliments. A few say it's too strong. Buyers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 100 FragranceNet reviews.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2016 · Women
Key accords: Bergamot, Almond Milk, Heliotrope, Jasmine, Carnation, Sandalwood
Top Notes
- Bergamot
- Almond Milk
Heart Notes
- Heliotrope
- Jasmine
- Carnation
Base Notes
- Sandalwood
- Benzoin
Occasions: Date Night, Evening
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Wonderlust by Michael Kors belongs to the oriental fragrance family. Creamy and warm: bergamot and almond milk over heliotrope, jasmine and carnation, on sandalwood and benzoin. Wonderlust opens with Bergamot and Almond Milk. The heart brings Heliotrope, Jasmine, and Carnation. It dries down to Sandalwood and Benzoin.
How to wear Wonderlust
On skin, Wonderlust by Michael Kors has long Lasting longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for date night and evening. Its best layering match in the catalog is Fahrenheit by Dior. Apply Wonderlust first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Wonderlust : 2 sprays Fahrenheit and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Wonderlust opens with Bergamot and Almond Milk.
The heart brings Heliotrope, Jasmine, and Carnation.
It dries down to Sandalwood and Benzoin.
What to layer with Wonderlust
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and carnation.
Order: Apply Wonderlust first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Wonderlust : 2 sprays Fahrenheit
Beautiful by Estée Lauder
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, carnation, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Wonderlust first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Beautiful on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Wonderlust : 2 sprays Beautiful
Magnolia Nobile by Acqua di Parma
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Wonderlust first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Magnolia Nobile on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Wonderlust : 2 sprays Magnolia Nobile
Carnal Flower by Frédéric Malle
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and jasmine.
Order: Apply Wonderlust first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Carnal Flower on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Wonderlust : 2 sprays Carnal Flower
Paradoxe by Prada
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Wonderlust first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Paradoxe on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Wonderlust : 2 sprays Paradoxe
Pairings to approach with care
Megamare by Orto Parisi
Not Recommended · 37/99
Oriental and Aquatic notes can compete — apply lightly and test on skin first to find the right balance. Megamare brings an aquatic contrast to this oriental scent, and they share bergamot.
Order: Apply Wonderlust first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Megamare on top for aquatic lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Wonderlust : 1 spray Megamare
Brutus by Orto Parisi
Not Recommended · 38/99
Brutus has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Brutus brings a chypre contrast to this oriental scent, and they share bergamot.
Order: Apply Wonderlust first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Brutus on top for chypre lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Wonderlust : 1 spray Brutus
Related fragrances and why
- Fahrenheit by Dior — Both include bergamot, jasmine, and carnation.
- Beautiful by Estée Lauder — Both include jasmine, carnation, and sandalwood.
- Magnolia Nobile by Acqua di ParmaBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include bergamot and sandalwood.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Wonderlust?
Wonderlust opens with Bergamot and Almond Milk. The heart brings Heliotrope, Jasmine, and Carnation. It dries down to Sandalwood and Benzoin.
How long does Wonderlust last, and how strong is it?
Wonderlust by Michael Kors has long Lasting longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Wonderlust?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits date night and evening.
What layers well with Wonderlust?
Fahrenheit by Dior is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and carnation. Apply Wonderlust first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Wonderlust : 2 sprays Fahrenheit.
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