I have a complicated relationship with jasmine. Usually, it is either so strong it gives me an instant migraine or it is so faint that it disappears the second I walk out the door. When I saw that philosophy had released a jasmine spin on their iconic Amazing Grace, I was intrigued but definitely had my guard up. Is it actually sensuous, or just another bottle of fancy soap? After a week of testing it in the wild, I have thoughts.
A Garden Party in a Bottle
The first thing you notice about Amazing Grace Jasmine is that it does not hit you over the head with a bouquet of heavy flowers. The packaging is that classic, minimalist philosophy glass bottle we all know—it looks very clean and intentional on a vanity. But the scent? That is where things get interesting. It opens with luminous bergamot, which gives it this zesty, bright energy, but it is the coconut water note that really does the heavy lifting. It makes the jasmine feel modern and dewy rather than dusty. It is giving spending Saturday morning at a high-end flower market vibes.
The Humidity Test
I wore this on a particularly sticky afternoon when I had three errands to run and a coffee date. Usually, perfumes just evaporate the moment I start walking, but this one stuck around in a very subtle way. It did not announce itself before I entered a room, but when my friend leaned in for a hug, she immediately asked what I was wearing. It is definitely an Eau de Toilette, so do not expect it to last through a transatlantic flight, but it hangs onto the skin beautifully during a normal day.
- Longevity: About 4 to 5 hours of noticeable wear before it becomes a soft skin scent.
- Scent Profile: A soft, warm floral that feels intimate rather than aggressive.
- The Dry Down: The musk base notes really warm up on the skin after an hour, making the whole thing feel very cozy.
Is It Worth the Splurge?
At $67.00, it sits in that middle-ground price point that I actually appreciate. It feels more expensive than a drugstore body spray but does not require me to dip into my savings like some of the niche perfumes I have been eyeing lately. If you are someone who wants to smell "pretty" without being the loudest person in the room, this is a winner. It is alluring and sensual in a very quiet, confident way. Sometimes we just want to smell like we actually have our life together, you know?
Who Should Buy This:
- Anyone who finds the original Amazing Grace a little too "clean" and wants a bit more warmth and personality.
- People who need a professional, office-appropriate fragrance that won't offend the person in the next cubicle.
- Lovers of jasmine who are tired of the old-fashioned, heavy connotations of the flower.
Who Should Skip This:
- If you want a "beast mode" perfume that people can smell from three blocks away.
- If you are looking for a deep, dark, or spicy evening scent for a black-tie event.
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Lauren