Women's Perfume Essens W171 — a Fragrance Inspired by Giorgio Armani My Way

A floral-green fragrance — fresh, natural and truly feminine

🏛️ The Legend of Giorgio Armani My Way

My Way was launched in 2020 and instantly became a symbol of the new era of Giorgio Armani, open, conscious and future-oriented. The composition was created by perfumers Carlos Benaïm and Bruno Jovanovic. Benaïm is known for fragrances for Loewe, Dior and Kenzo, while Jovanovic is known for his work for Yves Saint Laurent and Giorgio Armani. The inspiration was the idea of travel and the personal path of every woman.

🌸 The fragrance pyramid. Top notes are bergamot and orange blossom. The heart is jasmine and tuberose. The base is white musk, Madagascar vanilla and Virginia cedar. Tuberose is the main note of the heart, bright, white-floral, with fruity-green and slightly spicy shades. It is exactly what gives that very travel contrast, the freshness of the start and the lushness of the middle. Madagascar vanilla is not a caramel sweetness but a creamy-spicy, noble one, it gathers the composition and makes the trail soft yet lasting.

🌍 The travel concept in the raw materials. The idea of the journey is reflected not only in the advertising but also in the selection of ingredients. Jasmine and tuberose for My Way are harvested in India and Madagascar, the supply routes specifically emphasize the global character. Madagascar vanilla is an accent on origin, it is precisely the Madagascar variety that gives the needed creamy depth. As part of the launch, the brand spoke about partnerships with programs for the conservation of tropical forests and support of farming communities, this is part of Armani’s overall eco-strategy.

💎 Sustainable bottle design. The bottle is made of at least 23% recycled glass, part of Armani’s sustainable development program. My Way has refill blocks so you do not throw away the bottle after it is empty. This is one of the first luxury fragrances with such an option in the mass segment. The color of the liquid is transparent or slightly creamy, the shade depends on the lighting. The seal ring is a signature element referencing a personal seal and individuality. The bottle shape is laconic, without excessive decoration, in the spirit of Armani minimalism. So sustainable design here is not just words but real solutions, recycling of raw materials and the possibility of refilling.

🎬 The face of the campaign. The face of My Way became actress Adria Arjona, known for series and films including «True Detective» and «Andor». In the campaign she is shown as a traveler, shots with different locations, changing images, dynamics, all about the idea of one’s own path.

How it sounds and wears. «A fresh white-floral bouquet with a soft vanilla-woody base» is a recognizable description. The start is sparkling, bergamot with orange blossom. In the heart is lush tuberose with jasmine, bright and white-floral. The base is warm, creamy-vanilla, with white musk and Virginia cedar. Concentration is Eau de Parfum. Longevity 6–8 hours, moderate sillage, the fragrance is not «loud» but noticeable. Well suited for every day, especially in spring and summer. Fragrantica rating is 3.81 out of 5 with 4,000+ votes.

⏳ The line. My Way has spawned several flankers continuing the travel theme. My Way Intense (2021, a more intense version with emphasis on tuberose and patchouli), My Way Floral (2022, a lighter, more floral version), My Way Eau de Toilette (2023, a fresh interpretation). The 2020 original remains the reference point.

📖 The Story of Four Notes

Bergamot — a sunny citrus note with noble tartness. In the opening of W171 it gives the composition freshness and lightness, making the start bright and sparkling.

Jasmine — a royal floral note with sweet depth. In the heart of the fragrance it adds femininity and elegance, and together with ylang-ylang and lily of the valley it sounds especially multifaceted.

Cedar — a noble woody note with a soft, warm character. In the base it creates a feeling of stability and depth, and together with musk and amber — an elegant trail.

Caramel — a gourmand note with soft, cozy sweetness. In the base it adds sensuality and warmth to the fragrance, and together with amber it creates that enveloping trail that stays with you for a long time.

👤 The Woman of W171

She is open to the world and confident. Her path is travel, meetings, new horizons. She loves life, enjoys every moment and knows how to find beauty in simple things.

Light dresses, pastel shades, natural fabrics and stone jewelry suit her. She loves nature, morning light and moments of silence. Her style is consciousness, lightness and natural femininity.

Essens W171 stays with her all day: in the morning it opens with bergamot, green and fruity notes; during the day it reveals a floral heart with jasmine, ylang-ylang and lily of the valley; in the evening it warms with cedar, musk, amber and caramel. This is a companion fragrance for those who value a fresh yet sensual presentation.

⚖️ The Original and Essens W171 Side by Side

The only difference is the price and the bottle. The scent remains recognizable from the very first seconds.

✨ Women's perfume W171 by Essens is a floral-green fragrance that unfolds with sparkling bergamot, delicate jasmine and a warm base of cedar, musk, amber and caramel. It captures the magic of the Italian perfume school — a precise analog of the legendary Giorgio Armani My Way. Every drop conveys the recognizable accord familiar to fans of the original and gives a feeling of freshness, lightness and sensual femininity.

A versatile fragrance for any season and any occasion. Try it and see for yourself.