BIGARADE 18
Dedicated to Hong Kong, BIGARADE 18 balances bitter citrus and neroli petals with warm musks and a restrained woody depth.
Perfumer: Undisclosed
Perfume Name
BIGARADE 18 is Le Labo’s City Exclusive Eau de Parfum dedicated to Hong Kong.
About This Fragrance
Its official key-note structure combines bergamot, neroli petals, musks, and a drop or two of woods without dividing them into a top, heart, and base pyramid. The fragrance translates memories of old and new Hong Kong into a contrast between classical citrus brightness and a warmer, darker foundation.
Scent Profile
Bergamot brings green, peel-like bitterness, while neroli petals extend that brightness into a transparent white-floral register. Musk adds the softness of clean fabric and warm skin. A restrained woody accent supplies dryness and weight. The result never settles into a simple fresh cologne, but it also avoids allowing the darker notes to overwhelm the citrus and flowers.
Who It's For
BIGARADE 18 suits people who prefer tart, green citrus to a sugary orange effect and who enjoy clean neroli with a warmer musky drydown. Spring and summer mornings, daytime work, and city walks are natural settings for its balance of freshness and composure. Because the white-floral or soapy facets can become more prominent on some skin, a light application is sensible in restaurants, public transport, or fragrance-sensitive workplaces.
