Kashmir by Ormonde Jayne
Brand: Ormonde Jayne
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Saffron, cardamom, bergamot and pink pepper over jasmine, iris, rose and Himalayan fir, resting on cedar, sandalwood, incense, myrrh, vanilla and musk.
Is Kashmir worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bergamot, cardamom and coriander seeds, jasmine and iris at the heart, then dries down to cedar and sandalwood.
Scent Score: 59/100 (Fair). Doesn't stand out. Fades faster than most fragrances. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 43, versatility 67, layerability 100 and value 43, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Fades fast. Plan to reapply. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Fall and winter, for evenings and special occasions. Layering: Layers easily with most of the catalog. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2024 · Unisex
Key accords: Bergamot, Cardamom, Coriander seeds, Saffron, Pink Pepper, Jasmine
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
- Cedar
- Sandalwood
- Cashmeran
- Benzoin
- Vanilla
- Patchouli
- Incense
- Myrrh
- Musk
Occasions: Evening, Special Occasion
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Kashmir by Ormonde Jayne belongs to the woody fragrance family. Saffron, cardamom, bergamot and pink pepper over jasmine, iris, rose and Himalayan fir, resting on cedar, sandalwood, incense, myrrh, vanilla and musk. Kashmir opens with Bergamot, Cardamom, Coriander seeds, Saffron, and Pink Pepper. The heart brings Jasmine, Iris, Rose, Poppy, and Fir. It dries down to Cedar, Sandalwood, Cashmeran, Benzoin, Vanilla, Patchouli, Incense, Myrrh, and Musk.
How to wear Kashmir
On skin, Kashmir by Ormonde Jayne has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Miss Dior by Dior. Apply Kashmir first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Kashmir : 2 sprays Miss Dior and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Kashmir opens with Bergamot, Cardamom, Coriander seeds, Saffron, and Pink Pepper.
The heart brings Jasmine, Iris, Rose, Poppy, and Fir.
It dries down to Cedar, Sandalwood, Cashmeran, Benzoin, Vanilla, Patchouli, Incense, Myrrh, and Musk.
What to layer with Kashmir
Miss Dior by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share iris, rose, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Kashmir first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Kashmir : 2 sprays Miss Dior
Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and rose.
Order: Apply Kashmir first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Kashmir : 1 spray Flowerbomb
Beautiful by Estée Lauder
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, rose, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Kashmir first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Beautiful on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Kashmir : 2 sprays Beautiful
Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, cedar, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Kashmir first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boss Bottled on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Kashmir : 2 sprays Boss Bottled
Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and rose.
Order: Apply Kashmir first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb Midnight on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Kashmir : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight
Pairings to approach with care
Tobacco Vanille by Tom Ford
Not Recommended · 34/99
Tobacco Vanille has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tobacco Vanille brings a tobacco contrast to this woody scent, and they share vanilla.
Order: Apply Kashmir first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tobacco Vanille on top for tobacco lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Kashmir : 1 spray Tobacco Vanille
La Capitale by Xerjoff
Not Recommended · 36/99
La Capitale has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. La Capitale brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent, and they share saffron and benzoin.
Order: Apply Kashmir first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer La Capitale on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Kashmir : 1 spray La Capitale
Related fragrances and why
- Miss Dior by Dior — Both include iris, rose, and sandalwood.
- Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf — Both include bergamot, jasmine, and rose.
- Beautiful by Estée Lauder — Both include jasmine, rose, and sandalwood.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Kashmir?
Kashmir opens with Bergamot, Cardamom, Coriander seeds, Saffron, and Pink Pepper. The heart brings Jasmine, Iris, Rose, Poppy, and Fir. It dries down to Cedar, Sandalwood, Cashmeran, Benzoin, Vanilla, Patchouli, Incense, Myrrh, and Musk.
How long does Kashmir last, and how strong is it?
Kashmir by Ormonde Jayne has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Kashmir?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening and special occasion.
What layers well with Kashmir?
Miss Dior by Dior is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share iris, rose, and sandalwood. Apply Kashmir first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Kashmir : 2 sprays Miss Dior.
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