Moominvalley

I will begin unusually with a confession: I did not purchase this fragrance as a fan of the Moomins, which I last read as a child (although I now intend to return to them). My opinion is therefore not influenced by nostalgia or childhood affection. And yet, there is so much to admire here. Lush has created many beautiful fragrances capable of bringing pure olfactory pleasure, but this one stands apart. It offers something more: a profound sense of relaxation, tranquility, and comfort. All the notes are beautifully harmonized, creating a composition of refined sweetness. I expected fresh, green nuances, yet this fragrance instead brings to my mind the aroma of delicate biscuits. A gentle bergamot, free from excessive tartness or bitterness, a calm and understated lavender, smooth and serene vanilla, with subtle resinous woody nuances in the background. The sillage is strong, and longevity on fabric lasts throughout the day. Wearing this creation feels like being held in the arms of someone who truly cares for you. Beautiful perfumes.

I'm a massive Moomin fan (xennial) so had to immediately order this without sniffing as soon as I saw it. I love it. If you like Une Nuit Nomade Sun Bleached or Ulrich Lang Lethe, you will like this. It's a bit more citrusy in the opening and has a touch more vanilla in the drydown as opposed to the musky qualities of those too. Opens fresh, citrusy and laundry-like, just like Moominmama drying her linens, and dries down a more creamy, soft and vanillic, with a cleanliness from a little lavender. It's a lovely balance and I prefer it over the other two, it's slightly more rounded and cosy, and more impactful. It will be a beautiful year-round wear in more northern climates, especially for Spring, but I also think it is going to so delightful at bedtime. The only consideration I have left is whether I buy another bottle (or two) :-)

Smells just like Dove Powder Soft! The opening is quite harsh, like opening a bottle of fabric softener. But then that vanilla and sandalwood pull to the surface, and it becomes a beautiful powder kissed skin scent. On my skin it reminds me of kitten fur? What I think Galadriel from LOTR might smell like! Also the bottle is just adorable! Such a cute collection

Smells like skittles and laundry detergent. Idk how but trust me it just works

Very clean! The concept was fresh laundry drying outdoors in the sun and I think they captured that perfectly. There's a fizziness provided by the citrus that could feel almost sherberty if it was sweeter, but as it is is very subtle and pleasant. Like fresh air. Probably my favourite fragrance from lush. Very powdery, but utterly enjoyable.