Some things are quintessentially British: excessive politeness, jam scones with clotted cream, corgis, saying "Y'rite", and–in the world of luxury–Burberry.
Since 1856, the plaid-clad fashion house has served as an emblem of British heritage and style, gracing runways, wardrobes and vanities around the globe.
Now, it’s the latest to be welcomed into the Adore Beauty fragrance fold.
Much like its iconic trench coat and cashmere scarves, Burberry's line of luxury perfumes exude enduring style, elegance, and charm, each a testament to different facets of British culture.
From the serenity of a rainy day in the countryside to the vibrant energy of London's bustling streets, there’s a story waiting to be told with every spritz.
Needless to say, I was very excited to get my hands on the Burberry collection ahead of its launch.
Even more so when our gorgeous fragrance category manager Liz told me I could keep one for myself (!!).
To help me decide which scent to make my own, I roped my partner into a blind sniff test, curious if his take would differ from mine.
He stuck around for the first three before his answers turned from insightful to “it’s nice”.
So, without further ado, let’s get acquainted with some of Burberry’s signature scents, accompanied by some occasionally helpful commentary.
Burberry Goddess EDP.
What: Burberry Goddess Eau de Parfum 100ml
Calling my gourmand girlies–if you’re a vanilla fragrance lover but longing for something slightly edgier, chances are you’ll love Burberry Goddess.
The newest addition to the luxury fragrance line, Burberry Goddess is inspired by the power of a pride of lionesses, and the warmth of sunshine.
Crafted by Senior Perfumer Amandine Clerc-Marie, it features a trio of vanillas: vanilla infusions, the brightest woody vanilla, vanilla caviar, a first in fragrance, and vanilla absolute, a darker, richer iteration.
The result is a warm, creamy, and enigmatic scent that’ll have you spritzing for more.
In the words of my partner: "It's the kind of scent that demands attention."
Notes:
Head: Vanilla infusion and lavender.
Heart: Vanilla caviar.
Base: Vanilla absolute, enriched with cocoa and ginger roots.