Coromandel

Nose: Jacques Polge

Notes according to Fragrantica: “Top notes are Bitter Orange, Neroli and Citruses; middle notes are Patchouli, Orris, Rose and Jasmine; base notes are Benzoin, White Chocolate, Woodsy Notes, Incense, Tahitian Vanilla, Olibanum and Musk.”

Year: Sometime in the 2010’s?

Who doesn’t appreciate Coromandel? Coromandel is Chanel Patchouli. An elegant patchouli.

Gardenia

Nose: Ernest Beaux

Notes according to Fragrantica: “Top notes are Orange Blossom and Green Notes; middle notes are Gardenia, Tuberose, Jasmine and Fruity Notes; base notes are Coconut, Musk, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Vetiver and Patchouli.”

Year: 1925

This is one of my favorite gardenia fragrances. Right behind Penhaligon’s. It’s utterly delightful.