Tiger By Her Side

Tiger By Her Side is a warm, ambery-spicy fragrance with a prominent patchouli base, enhanced by cinnamon, vanilla, and balsamic resin notes. It opens with a bright, slightly citrusy bergamot beneath a spicy coriander and cinnamon top, but quickly settles into a smooth, enveloping core of amber, incense, and labdanum. The scent is notably cohesive and well-blended, with a subtle sweetness that feels neither gourmand nor cloying. Though it shares thematic similarities with Chanel Coromandel—especially in its resinous warmth and patchouli-driven depth—it diverges through its spicier, more cinnamon-forward profile and slightly drier, less aldehydic character. It evokes a sophisticated, slightly vintage aura, resembling a warm, mossy library or a sunlit Indian spice market, with hints of vanilla and plum (though plum is not listed). Performance is moderate, with longevity lasting five to six hours, and sillage remains moderate—closest to the skin, but still noticeable when worn. The fragrance leans toward unisex, with a serious, confident aura that suits both autumn and winter wear, especially during evening or intimate settings. While many find it comforting, soft, and deeply wearable, a few note it as faint, fleeting, or slightly soapy due to the coriander and labdanum. It is not original in structure, but its execution is praised as refined and compelling in its own right.