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In The Mood For Love

2009Men

citrus up front, then floral, settling into woody.

In The Mood For Love by Gianfranco Ferre is a Floral Fruity fragrance for women. In The Mood For Love was launched in 2009. The nose behind this fragrance is Maurice Roucel. Top notes are Magnolia, Bitter Orange, White Rose, Bergamot and Tamarind; middle notes are Red Rose, Orange Blossom,…

citrus floral woody rose

Nose: Maurice Roucel

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Magnolia, Bitter Orange, White Rose, Bergamot, Tamarind
Heart· 2–4h
Red Rose, Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley, Cedar
Drydown· 6h+
Woodsy Notes, Amber, White Musk, Sandalwood

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

87%

45%

33%

28%

20%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Spring39%Summer30%Fall18%Winter13%Day81%Night19%Wears female84%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does In The Mood For Love smell like?

citrus up front, then floral, settling into woody. Dominant accords: citrus, floral, woody.

What notes are in In The Mood For Love?

Top: Magnolia, Bitter Orange, White Rose, Bergamot, Tamarind. Heart: Red Rose, Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley, Cedar. Base: Woodsy Notes, Amber, White Musk, Sandalwood.

How long does In The Mood For Love last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is In The Mood For Love loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is In The Mood For Love best for?

Spring is the top pick (39%). Summer is second at 30%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for In The Mood For Love?

Day wear leads at 81%. Night is a secondary pick at 19%.

Is In The Mood For Love for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 84% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made In The Mood For Love?

Composed by Maurice Roucel. Released in 2009.