Clever Dare

Clever Dare opens with a bright bite of apricot and red apple sharpened by bergamot and warming ginger—almost peppery, almost sweet. The heart softens into orange blossom and peony, with lily-of-the-valley threading through like pale green stems, creamy and green-tinged. Underneath, Madagascar vanilla and sandalwood settle into warm amber, while cedar adds dry wood and subtle structure that keeps the florals from going soft. The whole arc tilts between fruit and flowers, always grounded.