by Sylvaine Delacourte
Smeraldo is a fresh, green musk that opens with a bright, herbal burst of angelica, yuzu, and lime, creating a crisp, invigorating top note that feels like a morning walk through a dew-kissed forest. The heart unfolds with soft, sweet pear and a delicate, airy rose, enlivened by delicate hawthorn and mastic resin, giving the fragrance a comforting yet elegant core. The base settles into a warm, slightly woody and musky backdrop, with cedar and vetiver adding a dry, dusty texture, while a soft, creamy musk and powdery amber wrap around it like a pashmina. It’s light, well-balanced, and deeply personal, evoking a sense of quiet comfort and sophistication — like a calm, sunlit woodland glade. The scent is closest to a refined, slightly gauzy musk with herbal-green and sweet-pear accents, a signature of Sylvaine Delacourte’s tender, emotional fragrances. While it projects modestly and fades quickly into a soft skin scent, its quality and balance make it appealing to those who appreciate subtle, wearable scents with a fresh, sweet, and green character. It’s especially favored in warm weather, ideal for spring and summer, and feels most at home during daytime hours.