Merit · 2024
Retrospect
Longevity
Long-lasting5-8 hours
Projection
CloseArm's length
Polarising
Mixed
Snapshot
The full profile.
About This Perfume
Retrospect by Merit is a Floral Fruity Gourmand fragrance for women. This is a new fragrance. Retrospect was launched in 2024. The nose behind this fragrance is Fanny Bal. Top notes are Pear, Ambrette, Aldehydes and Bergamot; middle notes are Orris, Jasmine, Violet, Rose and Rosemary; base notes are Musk, Moss and Vanilla. Retrospect Extrait de Parfum by Merit is a new fragrance for women launched in 2024. This long-lasting, clean scent begins with delicate notes of bergamot and pear, leading to a floral heart of jasmine, rose, and violet. The fragrance is rounded off with base notes of vanilla, musk, and moss, creating a second-skin quality that lasts up to 12 hours. Crafted in Paris, the perfume combines modern and ancient elements, offering a blend of soft and deep notes.
Projection
Close
Gender lean
Leans feminine
The verdict
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