Retrouvailles It's Complicated
Retrouvailles

It's Complicated

CitrusSweetLeatherMuskyWoodySpicy

It's Complicated by Retrouvaillesis a Aromatic Spicy fragrance for women and men. This is a new fragrance. It's Complicated was launched in 2023. The nose behind this fragrance is Jérôme Epinette. Top notes are Saffron, Cinnamon, Grapefruit and Cardamom; middle notes are Cedarwood, Cashmere Wood, Tonka Bean and Papyrus; base notes are Leather, Amber, Patchouli and Balsam Fir.

Notes

Top notes
First 0–15 minutes
Heart notes
15 minutes – 2 hours

Fragrance profile

Estimated from note profile
Longevity8+ hrs
Sillage (projection)Strong

When to wear It's Complicated

Best seasons
☀️Summer🍂Autumn❄️Winter
Best occasions
Daily wearEveningSport / outdoorFormal

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Common questions about It's Complicated

What does Retrouvailles It's Complicated smell like?+

Retrouvailles It's Complicated is a citrus, sweet, and leather fragrance. The opening is grapefruit and cardamom. the heart settles on tonka bean, papyrus, and saffron. the dry-down rests on leather, amber, and patchouli.

How long does Retrouvailles It's Complicated last on skin?+

Retrouvailles It's Complicated is estimated to last 8+ hrs on skin (a 5/5 longevity score). This is derived from the base-note composition — heavier base families like oriental, woody, and leather extend wear, while citrus-led blends tend to fade faster.

How strong is the projection of Retrouvailles It's Complicated?+

Retrouvailles It's Complicated projects at a strong level (4/5 sillage). Expect it to fill a room and announce itself before you arrive.

When should I wear Retrouvailles It's Complicated?+

Retrouvailles It's Complicated is best worn during summer, autumn, and winter. The note profile makes it well suited to daily wear, evening, sport / outdoor, and formal. ScentCast pairs it with live weather and your calendar so you only reach for it on the right days.

Do I need to reapply Retrouvailles It's Complicated during the day?+

Based on the note structure, a single morning application usually carries through the full day. Heat and humidity will shorten longevity; cooler weather and moisturised skin will extend it.

Is Retrouvailles It's Complicated worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

Retrouvailles It's Complicated fits collectors looking for citrus, sweet, and leather signature. ScentCast members can add Retrouvailles It's Complicated to their collection and the app will surface it on the days the weather, occasion, and personal taste align — turning a single bottle into an informed rotation pick rather than a guess.

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