Frangipani by Ormonde Jayne
Brand: Ormonde Jayne
Concentration: Parfum
Scent overview
Linden blossom, magnolia and lime over frangipani, rose, tuberose, water lily, plum and orchid, softened by amber, musk, cedar and vanilla.
Is Frangipani worth it?
How it smells: Opens with linden blossom, magnolia flower and lime, frangipani and rose at the heart, then dries down to amber and musk.
Scent Score: 71/100 (Good). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 72, versatility 67, layerability 74 and value 72, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts a full workday. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Spring and summer, for daytime and dates. Layering: Layers well with many fragrances. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
Parfum · Introduced 2003 · Unisex
Key accords: Linden Blossom, Magnolia Flower, Lime, Frangipani, Rose, Tuberose
Top Notes
- Linden Blossom
- Magnolia Flower
- Lime
Heart Notes
- Frangipani
- Rose
- Tuberose
- Water Lily
- Plum
- Orchid
Base Notes
Occasions: Daytime, Date
Seasons: Spring, Summer
Fragrance overview
Frangipani by Ormonde Jayne belongs to the floral fragrance family. Linden blossom, magnolia and lime over frangipani, rose, tuberose, water lily, plum and orchid, softened by amber, musk, cedar and vanilla. Frangipani opens with Linden Blossom, Magnolia Flower, and Lime. The heart brings Frangipani, Rose, Tuberose, Water Lily, Plum, and Orchid. It dries down to Amber, Musk, Cedar, and Vanilla.
How to wear Frangipani
On skin, Frangipani by Ormonde Jayne has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, Parfum concentration. It's best in spring and summer. Reach for it for daytime and date. Its best layering match in the catalog is Light Blue by Dolce & Gabbana. Apply Frangipani first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Light Blue on top for citrus lift. Start with 2 sprays Frangipani : 2 sprays Light Blue and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Frangipani opens with Linden Blossom, Magnolia Flower, and Lime.
The heart brings Frangipani, Rose, Tuberose, Water Lily, Plum, and Orchid.
It dries down to Amber, Musk, Cedar, and Vanilla.
What to layer with Frangipani
Light Blue by Dolce & Gabbana
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share amber, musk, and cedar.
Order: Apply Frangipani first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Light Blue on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Frangipani : 2 sprays Light Blue
Lafayette Street by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share musk and vanilla.
Order: Apply Frangipani first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lafayette Street on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Frangipani : 2 sprays Lafayette Street
Drunk Lovers by Born To Stand Out
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share amber, musk, and vanilla.
Order: Apply Frangipani first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Drunk Lovers on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Frangipani : 2 sprays Drunk Lovers
Gin by Commodity
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share lime and musk.
Order: Apply Frangipani first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Gin on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Frangipani : 2 sprays Gin
Godolphin by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, amber, and vanilla.
Order: Apply Frangipani first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Godolphin on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Frangipani : 2 sprays Godolphin
Pairings to approach with care
Guidance 46 by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 37/99
Guidance 46 has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Guidance 46 brings an amber contrast to this floral scent, and they share rose and vanilla.
Order: Apply Frangipani first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Guidance 46 on top for amber lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Frangipani : 1 spray Guidance 46
Supremacy Incense by Afnan
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 38/99
Supremacy Incense has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Supremacy Incense brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent, and they share amber.
Order: Apply Frangipani first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Supremacy Incense on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Frangipani : 1 spray Supremacy Incense
Related fragrances and why
- Light Blue by Dolce & Gabbana — Both include amber, musk, and cedar.
- Lafayette Street by Bond No. 9BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include musk and vanilla.
- Drunk Lovers by Born To Stand Out — Both include amber, musk, and vanilla.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Frangipani?
Frangipani opens with Linden Blossom, Magnolia Flower, and Lime. The heart brings Frangipani, Rose, Tuberose, Water Lily, Plum, and Orchid. It dries down to Amber, Musk, Cedar, and Vanilla.
How long does Frangipani last, and how strong is it?
Frangipani by Ormonde Jayne has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, Parfum concentration.
When should you wear Frangipani?
It's best in spring and summer. It suits daytime and date.
What layers well with Frangipani?
Light Blue by Dolce & Gabbana is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share amber, musk, and cedar. Apply Frangipani first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Light Blue on top for citrus lift. Start with 2 sprays Frangipani : 2 sprays Light Blue.
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