Always Now
A 2026 eau de parfum pairing fresh Italian basil with the depth of Madagascan vetiver: a light woody scent with a distinctly herbal character.
Perfumer: Mathieu Nardin
Always Now
Bottega Veneta introduced Always Now in its Alta collection in 2026. This eau de parfum is attributed to Mathieu Nardin and pairs fresh Italian basil with the depth of vetiver from Madagascar.
About This Fragrance
The collection translates the house's Intrecciato weaving into a pairing of Italian ingredients with materials from elsewhere in the world. In Always Now, basil and vetiver form that central duo, while patterned glass makes the idea visible on the bottle.
Scent Profile
Basil meets bergamot, lemon and other citrus notes, with fresh ginger adding a light spicy impression. Petitgrain, spearmint, neroli and Figolide form the heart; Madagascan vetiver, Virginia cedarwood and musks provide the woody base. Green freshness and dry, slightly smoky depth give the composition more to explore beyond its bright opening.
Who It's For
Consider it for spring and summer mornings and daytime outings in a shirt or light cotton clothes, with mild autumn days as another possibility. It suits someone seeking fresh herbs with a woody trail; allow time on skin to decide whether the later musks and woods appeal as much as the opening.
