Honey
fruity up front, then sweet, settling into white floral.
About
Honey by Marc Jacobs is a Floral Fruity fragrance for women. Honey was launched in 2013. Honey was created by Annie Buzantian and Ann Gottlieb. Top notes are Punch, Pear and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Honeysuckle, Orange Blossom and Peach; base notes are Honey, Vanilla and Woodsy Notes.
Noses: Ann Gottlieb · Annie Buzantian
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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 vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Marc Jacobs picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Honey smell like?
fruity up front, then sweet, settling into white floral. Dominant accords: fruity, sweet, white floral.
What notes are in Honey?
Top: Punch, Pear, Mandarin Orange. Heart: Honeysuckle, Orange Blossom, Peach. Base: Honey, Vanilla, Woodsy Notes.
How long does Honey last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Honey loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Honey best for?
Spring is the top pick (44%). Summer is second at 39%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Honey?
Day wear leads at 91%. Night is a secondary pick at 9%.
Is Honey for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 83% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Honey?
Composed by Ann Gottlieb and Annie Buzantian. Released in 2013.
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