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Francesca Bianchi

Sex and The Sea Neroli (Extrait de Parfum)

Perfumer: Francesca Bianchi

2019UnisexClassic

Votes lean feminine

7.3/ 10
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Francesca Bianchi Sex and The Sea Neroli Extrait de Parfum is a unisex scent that suits spring and summer days as well as evenings out, pairing fresh citrus with sweet resin.

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Skunky's take: Freshness leads the way and cools the head.

How does it perform?

From 209 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity
8.5 /10

Sprayed at breakfast, still around at dinner.

Sillage
8.0 /10

People close to you notice, nobody gets overwhelmed.

Bottle
7.3 /10

Sits nicely on a shelf.

Value for money
7.4 /10

Most people feel it is worth the price.

Blind buy risk

Medium risk

69% of votes are positive, the rest are more reserved.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

  1. Fresh
  2. Citrus
  3. Floral
  4. Sweet
  5. Spicy
  6. Woody
  7. Animal
  8. Creamy

What does Sex and The Sea Neroli (Extrait de Parfum) smell like?

Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind, and it is worn mostly for leisure, evenings and nights out. More voters call it feminine, though a fair share see it as masculine.

Neroli, bergamot and petitgrain bring the freshness; rose, iris and mimosa add a soft floral touch. Honey, vanilla, benzoin and coconut sweeten it and make it creamy, while sandalwood and labdanum form a woody, resinous base. Civet adds a faint animal warmth.

When to wear it?

Seasons and occasions, by user votes.

  • 30%
    Spring
  • 28%
    Summer
  • 25%
    Autumn
  • 17%
    Winter
  • Casual
    28%
  • Evening
    25%
  • Nighttime
    24%
  • Daytime
    15%
  • Office
    7%

Go easy on it for the office: the sillage is strong.

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Last updated: October 26, 2026