Shanghai Lily
Shares Black Pepper, Cloves, Guaiac Wood.
Shanghai Lily opens with a sharp burst of bitter orange and cracked black pepper before settling into a dense, spiced floral heart. Cloves and pink pe…
Shanghai Lily opens with a sharp burst of bitter orange and cracked black pepper before settling into a dense, spiced floral heart. Cloves and pink pepper dominate the early stages, creating a dry, warm heat that prevents the jasmine and tuberose from becoming overly sweet. As it sits on the skin, the floral elements recede, allowing a quiet base of frankincense, benzoin, and guaiac wood to warm the composition. It is a slow-burning scent best suited for crisp autumn evenings and formal winter gatherings. It suits individuals who prefer vintage-style spiced florality over modern sugary compositions. This fragrance is best experienced by sampling first, especially given its current hard-to-find status.