Prince's Signature Scent: Samsara Perfume

Prince Rogers Nelson, the late pop legend, was known for his unique fashion sense and love for fragrances. According to his ex-wife, Mayte Garcia, he often wore women's perfumes and had a particular affinity for floral scents. One of his favourite perfumes was Samsara by Guerlain, a sensual, sophisticated, and woody fragrance created by Jean Paul Guerlain in 1989. With its blend of spices, exotic jasmine, and sandalwood, Samsara exudes mystery and intrigue, making it a popular choice for those seeking a rich and exotic scent experience.

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Prince wore women's perfume

The late pop legend Prince Rogers Nelson was known for his unique fashion sense and it turns out that he was also particular about his fragrances. According to his ex-wife Mayte Garcia, Prince was a fan of wearing women's perfumes instead of men's colognes.

Garcia, who was married to Prince before his death in 2016, revealed that he wore Samsara by Guerlain, a fragrance for women that was launched in 1989. It is described as a sensuous, mysterious, spiritual, and exotic scent with notes of sandalwood, jasmine, and spices. Prince was also known to wear other women's perfumes such as Dune by Dior, Thierry Mugler's Angel, and fragrances by Carolina Herrera.

Prince's preference for women's perfumes showcases his willingness to break free from traditional gender norms and his desire to stand out and express his unique style through scent.

In addition to wearing distinctive fragrances, Prince also created his own perfume called 3121, which featured a blend of floral and woody notes, including gardenia, bergamot, jasmine, tuberose, orange blossom, and sandalwood.

Prince's choice of perfume adds another layer to his iconic status, demonstrating that his sense of style extended beyond fashion to include a carefully curated olfactory presence.

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His favourite scents included Samsara, Dune, and Angel

The iconic musician Prince was known for his unique style and it seems his scent was no exception. According to his ex-wife Mayte Garcia, the late singer always wore women's perfume and was "very big on perfume".

His favourite scents included Samsara by Guerlain, Dune by Dior, and Angel by Thierry Mugler. Garcia, who now runs a charity in honour of her and Prince's late son, created a candle called Eternal Love that smells just like Prince. She said:

> "He wore Dune all the time, so I got the scent in oil form and added a little smokiness and sweetness to it. He also liked Samsara by Guerlain, and Thierry Mugler's Angel. He loved the florals. He was also into Carolina Herrera, though he couldn't wear it around me because I'm allergic to jasmine. But he always smelled amazing, even when he was onstage. He never stank!"

Other sources suggest that Prince may have had a unique scent created for him by a perfumer in Paris. It has also been noted that he released a fragrance called 3121, with top notes of gardenia, bergamot, and jasmine, and base notes including cedar, musk, sandalwood, and patchouli.

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He may have had a custom fragrance

It is widely believed that the late pop legend Prince wore women's perfume. His ex-wife Mayte Garcia revealed that he wore Samsara by Guerlain, among other fragrances.

However, there is speculation that Prince may have had a custom fragrance. One source mentions that Prince was always "stage-ready" and that he "smelled great", suggesting that he may have had a unique scent created for him by a perfumer in Paris. Another source, Prince's ex-wife Mayte Garcia, said that she created a candle that smelled like a perfume Prince wore. This could indicate that Prince had a custom fragrance that was not commercially available.

Additionally, some sources mention that Prince wore a variety of different fragrances, including Dune by Dior, Thierry Mugler's Angel, and Carolina Herrera fragrances. It is possible that Prince had multiple custom fragrances or that he enjoyed experimenting with different scents and creating his own unique blends.

While it is unclear whether Prince had a custom fragrance, it is known that he had a sophisticated sense of style and was particular about his scent. He was reportedly a "germaphobe" and took extra care to guard against germs, which could also explain his preference for a custom fragrance.

In conclusion, while there is no definitive evidence, it is possible that Prince may have had a custom fragrance created specifically for him. This would align with his reputation for being stylish and particular about his scent preferences.

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He released a fragrance called 3121

Prince, the iconic pop legend, was known for his unique sense of style and his love for fragrances. In 2007, he released a fragrance called 3121, a scent that reflected his versatile and androgynous persona.

The fragrance, designed by Adriana Medina, was created in collaboration with a small perfumery company, possibly due to Prince's desire to be personally involved in its creation. 3121 is described as a versatile and androgynous fragrance, with top notes of gardenia, bergamot, and jasmine, middle notes of tuberose, orange blossom, ylang-ylang, and lily-of-the-valley, and base notes of cedar, musk, sandalwood, and patchouli. The scent has been reviewed as clean, beautiful, and long-lasting, with a unique incensey dry-down.

The perfume was marketed as a women's fragrance, and some reviewers have commented on its versatility, with hints of both masculine and feminine notes. However, some fans of Prince expressed disappointment, expecting something more original and creative from a scent associated with him.

Prince's ex-wife, Mayte Garcia, revealed that he often wore women's perfumes and had a particular affinity for floral scents. She even crafted a candle called "Eternal Love," which was designed to smell like him, blending elements of his favourite perfumes with a touch of smokiness and sweetness.

The release of 3121 by Prince showcases his interest in fragrances and his desire to create a scent that embodied his multifaceted identity. The perfume continues to be a unique offering in the world of fragrances, reflecting Prince's enduring legacy.

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His ex-wife made a candle that smells like him

Prince's ex-wife, Mayte Garcia, revealed that the late singer always wore women's perfume. Garcia, who runs a dog rescue mission, started making candles during the pandemic to raise funds for her charity work. One of the candles she created, named Eternal Love, was designed to smell like Prince.

Garcia said that Prince wore Dune by Dior, Samsara by Guerlain, and Thierry Mugler's Angel. She added that he loved florals and was also into Carolina Herrera fragrances, although he couldn't wear them around her due to her allergy to jasmine.

According to Garcia, Prince may have had a unique scent created for him by a Paris perfume shop. In addition to wearing women's perfumes, Prince also released his own fragrance called 3121, with top notes of gardenia, bergamot, and jasmine, and base notes of cedar, musk, sandalwood, and patchouli.

While the sources do not specify the exact notes in the Eternal Love candle, it is safe to assume that it incorporates some of Prince's favourite scents, including florals and the perfumes he wore, such as Dune by Dior and Samsara by Guerlain. Garcia added a "little smokiness and sweetness" to the scent of Dune, which Prince wore all the time, to create the Eternal Love candle.

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