Presence

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   Naomi Fernandez Like May 11, 2026

   Picked up a sample of Presence after reading the community buzz (2001). The heart is the best part for me: Apple and Sage feel carefully balanced. That first spray gives a lovely Cinnamon/Cardamom impression that dries down smoothly. The drydown lingers pleasantly, and I do not need to reapply at lunch. Well done — recommended if the notes appeal to you.
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   Aisha Dubois Ok May 31, 2026

   A friend passed me a decant of Presence (2001) and I wasn’t prepared for it. Right away I get mostly Cinnamon alongside Cardamom, fresh and very easy to wear. The drydown leans on Tonka Bean plus Sandalwood and that is exactly where it feels most comfortable. The trail is there if someone steps close, not across the room. Worth sampling before committing to a bottle.
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   Theo Dubois Love June 27, 2026

   I have owned Presence for a while now and my opinion has only gotten stronger. The heart is the best part for me: Apple and Sage feel carefully balanced. Give it a little time and Apple with Sage comes forward — smooth and well done. It wears beautifully in the office; I can still catch it on my scarf at the end of the day. Easily one of my favourite finds this season.
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   Luca Dubois Love June 29, 2026

   I keep reaching for Presence more than I expected to. Give it a little time and Apple with Sage comes forward — smooth and well done. The drydown leans on Tonka Bean plus Sandalwood and that is exactly where it feels most comfortable. Longevity is moderate and the trail is noticeable without being loud. This one gets my highest praise — beautiful from start to finish.
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   Amara Hale Love July 5, 2026

   A couple of wears in, Presence has really grown on me. Give it a little time and Apple with Sage comes forward — smooth and well done. The heart is the best part for me: Apple and Sage feel carefully balanced. It projects politely for a couple of hours, then stays close and cosy. This has earned a permanent spot in my rotation.
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   Idris Grant Love August 1, 2026

   I needed a full wearing before I made my mind up about Presence. After about twenty minutes the heart settles into Apple with Sage, which is where the fragrance really shines. That first spray gives a lovely Cinnamon/Cardamom impression that dries down smoothly. I get about four to six hours before it turns into a skin scent. This one gets my highest praise — beautiful from start to finish.
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   Milan Cruz Like August 3, 2026

   A decant of Presence sat in my box for weeks before I finally wore it. As it settles, Tonka Bean and Sandalwood come through and give it real depth. The very first sniff is crisp Cinnamon with Cardamom peeking through, very much my kind of start. It is not the loudest scent I own, but the balance suits it well. Well done — recommended if the notes appeal to you.
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   Jude Quinn Like August 5, 2026

   I keep reaching for Presence more than I expected to. The very first sniff is crisp Cinnamon with Cardamom peeking through, very much my kind of start. After about twenty minutes the heart settles into Apple with Sage, which is where the fragrance really shines. It performs better in warmer weather — in the heat it opens up nicely. I can see this getting a lot of wear in my collection.
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   Caspian Ivanova Like 3 weeks ago

   A friend passed me a decant of Presence (2001) and I wasn’t prepared for it. That first spray gives a lovely Cinnamon/Cardamom impression that dries down smoothly. The first minutes are all about Cinnamon with a hint of Cardamom — it grabs attention without being pushy. Projection stays close for the first hour, then becomes a soft, pleasant aura. I reach for it often and always enjoy the wear.