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Saturday
by Arielle Shoshana
Saturday by Arielle Shoshana is a bright, effervescent fragrance that opens with a sparkling burst of passionfruit, mandarin orange, and peach, balanced by the tangy rhubarb and pink pepper for a juicy, slightly tart top. This evolves into a powdery floral heart with magnolia and iris, all layered over a warm, musky-sandalwood base that adds a subtle earthy sweetness. The fragrance lingers with a soft, effervescent fruity creaminess, making it ideal for summer days and casual outings. It feels youthful and wearable, with a bubblegum-like playfulness that some compare to a fruity masterpiece of Chanel No. 5 or the carefree tropical glow of Byredo’s Pulp, though it remains more linear and less funky. However, it’s not universally loved—some find it too powdery, chalky, or even chemically sharp, with some users reporting it smells like cat pee or synthetic bath powder on their skin. Others praise its longevity and vibrancy, calling it radiant, joyful, and genuinely unique among fruity fragrances.
Pros
- +Bright, juicy fruity opening with strong passionfruit and rhubarb notes that feel fresh and vivid
- +Warm, soft base with sandalwood and musk that gives depth and longevity without being overwhelming
- +Feels youthful, cheerful, and unapologetically girly—ideal for summer days, beach outings, or a joyful mood boost
Cons
- −Can be overly powdery and chalky on some skin types, with a tendency to smell synthetic or like bath product
- −Some users report unpleasant chemical or cat pee-like notes, especially in the dry-down
- −Not as complex or unique as expected—certain self-reporting can’t distinguish the fruit from the powder, and some find it too sweet or generic