It's hard to describe this fragrance. I will try but I doubt I will do it justice. There is definitely a solid base of a very luxurious smelling wood that sticks around. In addition to that it gets a very clean burst of air in the mid, almost like laundry-fresh and woody. As it continues to transform, I smell slightly damp earth, like that delicious scent right after it rains. I also get a green grassy air kind of note it it, that appeals to me. This is soft but noticeable. Perfect for men or women. I really, really love it.