BREEZE

Breeze in perfume describes an impression of fresh air and openness. It can be watery or suggest air moving across an outdoor landscape; a sea-breeze interpretation gives the idea a marine direction. The term is atmospheric rather than the name of a botanical material, and it need not exclude oceanic associations.

Citrus can brighten this airy setting, while flowers can give it a more defined shape. In some compositions, a watery breeze accord sits beside lily of the valley; others combine fresh-air imagery with mandarin, bergamot and geranium. These are examples of context, not a standard recipe. If you enjoy fresh fragrances, consider whether the surrounding notes make the breeze feel more floral, citrus-led or marine.