Sunset Hour

Sunset Hour by Goldfield & Banks is a bright, juicy, and warmly sweet fruity fragrance with a soft woody base that evokes a tropical sunset in a bottle. The opening is luscious and sparkling—dominated by peach, raspberry, and mandarin—featuring a delicate balance of tartness and sweetness, with a subtle spice from pink pepper and ginger. As it settles, it unfolds into a creamier, more grounded profile with sandalwood, cashmere wood, and a faint, soft vanilla musk. The scent is primarily soft and transparent, with immediate appeal but limited projection and longevity, especially on skin, though it lingers well on fabric and clothing. It leans feminine and youthful, delivering a serene, happy, and effortless vibe reminiscent of bath and body works or Victoria's Secret scents, but with a more refined texture and a touch of Australia's native quandong fruit adding a natural, astringent depth. While it lacks global complexity and distinction, many find it an enjoyably wearable, mood-lifting summer scent that stands out subtly from mass-market fruity perfumes. The dry down, marked by a warm, slightly medicinal sweetness, is described as recalling Burberry Her, jasmine, or rosy candied fruit, but some find it too generic, syrupy, or even slightly synthetic. It is praised for its elegant bottle and luxurious atomizer, though the price is criticized as high for its performance. The overall effect is bright, wearable, and emotionally pleasing for those seeking a simple, cheerful, fruity-leaning scent with light woodiness.