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What does Covet smell like?

Covet is a refreshing departure from the typical celebrity fragrance profile, trading sugary sweetness for a sharp, aromatic, and "happily weird" green floral character. The opening is a bracing jolt of Sicilian lemon and crushed pelargonium leaf, which provides a botanical, almost medicinal snap. This is immediately softened by a calm lavender and a surprising note of dark chocolate. The chocolate here isn’t creamy or "food-like"; instead, it acts as a dusty, bittersweet anchor that grounds the citrus and herbs, giving the scent a sophisticated, earthy grit. As the fragrance settles, it moves into a lush, white floral heart of magnolia and honeysuckle. These flowers provide a sheer, clean radiance that feels like cool morning air. The dry down is where the fragrance finds its warmth, leaning into a woody base of vetiver and teakwood. The combination of vetiver’s grassiness and the smoothness of cashmere wood creates a "clean and dirty" duality that feels grounded and natural. Wearing it feels like walking through a damp, shaded garden while catching the faint scent of a dark cocoa bar.

Details

House: Sarah Jessica Parker
Gender: feminine
Year: 2007
Longevity: 7.0 / 10 · 162 Parfumo ratings
Sillage: 6.3 / 10 · 153 Parfumo ratings
Season votes on Parfumo: Fall (94 votes), Spring (92 votes)
Occasion votes on Parfumo: Daily (96 votes), Leisure (88 votes)
Scent Profile: Woody, Floral, Green, Spicy, Citrus
Perfumer: Frank Voelkl, Ann Gottlieb Product developer

Historical community ratings and votes imported from Parfumo. Values may have changed since import; the observation date is unavailable. Ratings reflect community opinions, not measured wear tests. Categories show up to two leading vote counts; votes are category selections and may overlap.

Community Insights

The consensus among enthusiasts is that Covet is a "niche-style" fragrance at a celebrity price point, prized for its eccentric and complex blending that avoids mainstream trends.
Most users report impressive longevity, noting that the scent often lasts a full workday and possesses a diffusive quality that projects well without becoming cloying.
While marketed for women, the fragrance is frequently discussed as a unisex option due to its heavy emphasis on lavender, vetiver, and bitter chocolate.
It is widely considered a "seasonal bridge" scent, with the fragrance community favoring it for the transitional weather of spring and fall.
Many collectors view this as a "hidden gem" or a "love it or hate it" perfume, noting that the initial sharp greenness can be polarizing but rewards those who wait for the woody, chocolatey dry down.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does this compare to Sarah Jessica Parker’s first fragrance, Lovely?+

While Lovely is a soft, musk-heavy scent, Covet is much more aggressive and mischievous. It swaps the powdery musk of the original for sharp greens, aromatic lavender, and dark wood, making it feel more adventurous and less traditional.

Is this a safe blind buy if I like gourmand chocolate scents?+

Not necessarily. The chocolate note in Covet is bittersweet and earthy rather than sugary or creamy. If you are expecting a "cupcake" or dessert-like smell, you may be surprised by the strong herbal and woody presence of the pelargonium and vetiver.

Is Covet suitable for the office or professional settings?+

Yes, many users categorize this as a great business or daily scent. Its "clean" floral and lavender notes keep it professional, while the woody base provides a sophisticated, serious undertone that isn't distracting to others.

Does the perfume still smell good if the liquid has turned yellow?+

Enthusiasts have noted that the juice in Covet bottles often yellows over time, but the fragrance itself tends to hold its integrity well. The scent usually retains its complex citrus and green top notes for years.

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What does Covet smell like?

Covet is a refreshing departure from the typical celebrity fragrance profile, trading sugary sweetness for a sharp, aromatic, and "happily weird" green floral character. The opening is a bracing jolt of Sicilian lemon and crushed pelargonium leaf, which provides a botanical, almost medicinal snap. This is immediately softened by a calm lavender and a surprising note of dark chocolate. The chocolate here isn’t creamy or "food-like"; instead, it acts as a dusty, bittersweet anchor that grounds the citrus and herbs, giving the scent a sophisticated, earthy grit. As the fragrance settles, it moves into a lush, white floral heart of magnolia and honeysuckle. These flowers provide a sheer, clean radiance that feels like cool morning air. The dry down is where the fragrance finds its warmth, leaning into a woody base of vetiver and teakwood. The combination of vetiver’s grassiness and the smoothness of cashmere wood creates a "clean and dirty" duality that feels grounded and natural. Wearing it feels like walking through a damp, shaded garden while catching the faint scent of a dark cocoa bar.

Details

House: Sarah Jessica Parker
Gender: feminine
Year: 2007
Longevity: 7.0 / 10 · 162 Parfumo ratings
Sillage: 6.3 / 10 · 153 Parfumo ratings
Season votes on Parfumo: Fall (94 votes), Spring (92 votes)
Occasion votes on Parfumo: Daily (96 votes), Leisure (88 votes)
Scent Profile: Woody, Floral, Green, Spicy, Citrus
Perfumer: Frank Voelkl, Ann Gottlieb Product developer

Historical community ratings and votes imported from Parfumo. Values may have changed since import; the observation date is unavailable. Ratings reflect community opinions, not measured wear tests. Categories show up to two leading vote counts; votes are category selections and may overlap.

Community Insights

The consensus among enthusiasts is that Covet is a "niche-style" fragrance at a celebrity price point, prized for its eccentric and complex blending that avoids mainstream trends.
Most users report impressive longevity, noting that the scent often lasts a full workday and possesses a diffusive quality that projects well without becoming cloying.
While marketed for women, the fragrance is frequently discussed as a unisex option due to its heavy emphasis on lavender, vetiver, and bitter chocolate.
It is widely considered a "seasonal bridge" scent, with the fragrance community favoring it for the transitional weather of spring and fall.
Many collectors view this as a "hidden gem" or a "love it or hate it" perfume, noting that the initial sharp greenness can be polarizing but rewards those who wait for the woody, chocolatey dry down.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does this compare to Sarah Jessica Parker’s first fragrance, Lovely?+

While Lovely is a soft, musk-heavy scent, Covet is much more aggressive and mischievous. It swaps the powdery musk of the original for sharp greens, aromatic lavender, and dark wood, making it feel more adventurous and less traditional.

Is this a safe blind buy if I like gourmand chocolate scents?+

Not necessarily. The chocolate note in Covet is bittersweet and earthy rather than sugary or creamy. If you are expecting a "cupcake" or dessert-like smell, you may be surprised by the strong herbal and woody presence of the pelargonium and vetiver.

Is Covet suitable for the office or professional settings?+

Yes, many users categorize this as a great business or daily scent. Its "clean" floral and lavender notes keep it professional, while the woody base provides a sophisticated, serious undertone that isn't distracting to others.

Does the perfume still smell good if the liquid has turned yellow?+

Enthusiasts have noted that the juice in Covet bottles often yellows over time, but the fragrance itself tends to hold its integrity well. The scent usually retains its complex citrus and green top notes for years.

Which season is best for wearing this fragrance?+

It is most popular during spring and fall. Its fresh citrus and minty geranium layers thrive in the cool air of spring, while the dark chocolate and heavy woods provide enough depth to stand up to the crispness of autumn.

Can men wear Covet?+

Definitely. The fragrance community frequently highlights Covet as a successful unisex fragrance because it lacks typical "girly" sweetness, relying instead on traditional masculine notes like lavender, teakwood, and vetiver.

Accords

Notes

TopDark chocolate//Lavender//Sicilian lemon//Pelargonium leaf

HeartHoneysuckle//Lily of the valley//Magnolia

BaseCashmere wood//Musk//Teakwood//Vetiver//Amber

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