Citrus

Petitgrain smells like a crisp, green-tinged orange—imagine biting into a bitter orange leaf rather than the fruit itself. It's fresh and slightly herbal, with a whisper of hay and fresh-cut grass beneath. There's a clean, almost soapy quality that feels uplifting rather than sweet. If citrus were a garden instead of a fruit bowl, petitgrain would be the leafy green corner where sunlight filters through.

Floral

Rose smells like romance bottled. Imagine walking through a garden after rain—that's the green, slightly damp quality. Then there's the sweetness: honeyed, sometimes with a whisper of spice and subtle fruit notes. Depending on the variety, you might detect hints of honey, jam, or even a peppery warmth. It's never cloying if it's genuine; there's an elegant complexity, a velvety depth that makes you want to inhale again.