Senso Emanuel Ungaro

For Women
Eau de Toilette
Year: 1987
Moderate
Sillage
Good
Longevity
Spring, Summer
Best Season
Evening
Best For

Fragrance Story

Senso by Emanuel Ungaro is a Floral fragrance for women. Senso was launched in 1987. The nose behind this fragrance is Jacques Polge. Top notes are Plum, Peach, Grapefruit, Bergamot, Coriander and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Tuberose, Ylang-Ylang, Carnation, Jasmine, Damask Rose, Heliotrope, Orange Blossom and Orchid; base notes are Opoponax, Benzoin, Amber, Cinnamon, Musk, Sandalwood, Tonka Bean, Cedar, Vanilla and Patchouli.

Composition Profile

amber 100%
sweet 85%
white floral 70%
warm spicy 60%
woody 50%
citrus 40%
powdery 35%
floral 30%
vanilla 25%
fruity 20%

About the Perfumer

Jacques Polge

Jacques Polge

Jacques Polge served as the in-house perfumer for Chanel from 1978 to 2015, creating many of the brand's iconic fragrances. His work includes Allure and Allure Homme, as well as the exclusive Les Exclusifs de Chanel line. He also composed Agua Brava Sea Power for Antonio Puig, demonstrating his versatility across different fragrance styles.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Plum Plum
Peach Peach
Grapefruit Grapefruit
Bergamot Bergamot
Coriander Coriander
Mandarin Orange Mandarin Orange

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Tuberose Tuberose
Ylang-Ylang Ylang-Ylang
Carnation Carnation
Jasmine Jasmine
Damask Rose Damask Rose
Heliotrope Heliotrope
Orange Blossom Orange Blossom
Orchid Orchid

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Opoponax Opoponax
Benzoin Benzoin
Amber Amber
Cinnamon Cinnamon
Musk Musk
Sandalwood Sandalwood
Tonka Bean Tonka Bean
Cedar Cedar
Vanilla Vanilla
Patchouli Patchouli

Character Profile

The Lover Archetype: Portrait of Senso Emanuel Ungaro

Essence

The Lover archetype lives for connection, intimacy, and the intoxicating dance of desire. Senso embodies this essence with its lush, amber-sweet floral composition, a fragrance that wraps the wearer in warmth and sensuality. The opening notes of plum and peach are like a first, forbidden taste, while the heart of tuberose, jasmine, and rose blooms with unabashed passion. The base of opoponax, vanilla, and amber lingers like a whispered promise, creating an aura of irresistible allure. This is a scent for those who love deeply and without reservation.

Style & Aesthetic

The Lover's aesthetic is romantic and tactile, favoring fabrics that invite touch: cashmere, silk, lace, and velvet. Their wardrobe is a palette of warm neutrals, deep reds, and soft pinks, with pieces that drape and flow rather than constrain. Accessories are chosen for their emotional resonance-a locket with a photograph, a scarf gifted by a beloved, a piece of jewelry that tells a story. Every detail is an invitation to intimacy, a silent communication of tenderness and desire.

Philosophy & Values

At their core, the Lover believes that connection is the highest purpose of life. They value vulnerability, honesty, and the courage to feel deeply. For them, love is not a weakness but a source of strength, a force that transforms and heals. They are generous with their affection, believing that the more love they give, the more they receive. Beauty, art, and music are essential because they speak the language of the heart. The Lover's philosophy is simple: to live is to love, and to love is to be fully alive.

Relationships

Relationships are the Lover's primary canvas. They are attentive partners who remember the small things-a favorite flower, a song that holds meaning, the way a loved one takes their coffee. They give freely and expect reciprocity, not out of entitlement but because they believe love should be a mutual exchange. Romantic relationships are passionate and consuming, but they also nurture deep friendships built on trust and shared vulnerability. The Lover's greatest joy is making someone feel seen, cherished, and understood.

Lifestyle

The Lover's daily life is infused with ritual and sensory pleasure. They light candles at dinner, play music that stirs the soul, and cook meals with care and intention. Weekends might be spent exploring a farmer's market, visiting an art gallery, or simply lying in bed with a lover, talking until the sun sets. They surround themselves with beauty-fresh flowers, soft lighting, art that evokes emotion. Every moment is an opportunity to create a memory, to deepen a bond, to savor the sweetness of being alive.

Shadow

The Lover's shadow is codependency and a tendency to lose themselves in others. Their deep need for connection can lead them to sacrifice their own boundaries, staying in relationships that drain rather than nourish. They may idealize partners, ignoring red flags in the name of love. The challenge is to remember that true love begins with self-love, that they must nurture their own heart before they can truly give it to another. Without this balance, their passion can become a cage.

Conclusion

Senso Emanuel Ungaro is the fragrance of the Lover: a lush, amber-floral symphony that speaks of passion, tenderness, and the beauty of human connection. It is a scent for those who embrace love as both a gift and a practice, who understand that the deepest intimacy requires courage and vulnerability. To wear Senso is to declare that love is the most powerful force in the universe, and that you are willing to feel it fully.