Pumpkins Crave Quietude

This is a really lovely ambery, non-gourmand pumpkin. It does get a little candle-like at first, but that fades in the dry-down and doesn't really bother me. Its a little sweet from the vanilla and a little spicy from the pepper, but doesn't feel too foodie (at least on me) because of the amber and the hint of sandalwood. I think this is great option if you're looking for a pumpkin fragrance, but aren't the biggest fan of overly sweet scents or gourmands. Warm and cozy, super appropriate for autumn without screaming "I smell like a dessert."

I know people adore this fragrance, and I can understand the appeal, but this just reads as pumpkin pie to me. Maybe my skin amps spices like crazy or I'm just particularly sensitive to them, but all the other notes here have surrendered to pumpkin spice lol. I have found Arcana's pepper note to be overpowering, even when the description indicates "just a pinch." This is another one I'd much prefer in a candle.