Kate
rose up front, then floral, settling into musky.
About
Kate by Kate Moss is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women. Kate was launched in 2007. The nose behind this fragrance is Nathalie Lorson. Top notes are Pink Pepper, Orange Blossom and Forget me not; middle notes are Peony, Rose and Lily-of-the-Valley; base notes are Musk, Patchouli and Sandalwood.…
Nose: Nathalie Lorson
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin 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 office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Kate Moss picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Kate smell like?
rose up front, then floral, settling into musky. Dominant accords: rose, floral, musky.
What notes are in Kate?
Top: Pink Pepper, Orange Blossom, Forget me not. Heart: Peony, Rose, Lily-of-the-Valley. Base: Musk, Patchouli, Sandalwood.
How long does Kate last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Kate loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Kate best for?
Spring is the top pick (38%). Fall is second at 24%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Kate?
Day wear leads at 76%. Night is a secondary pick at 24%.
Is Kate 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 Kate?
Composed by Nathalie Lorson. Released in 2007.
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