Fragrance notes
How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).
Vanilla
100%
Powdery
90%
Amber
89%
Woody
85%
Aromatic
80%
Animalic
77%
Balsamic
72%
Warm Spicy
71%
Lavender
69%
Fresh Spicy
66%
Performance
Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Vanilla, Powdery, and Amber) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.
Longevity
With Vanilla, Powdery, Amber, and Woody among the strongest accord tags here, deeper woods, resins, and ambers in this kind of mix often linger longer on skin—still varies by person, climate, and sprays.
Projection
With Vanilla, Powdery, Amber, and Woody among the strongest accord tags here, dense bases like this often feel louder in the first hour—start with one spray in tight rooms or at a desk.
Overview
A'SumabyCotyis a Amber Spicy fragrance for women.A'Sumawas launched in 1934. A'Suma was created by Vincent Roubert and Francois Coty. Top notes are Camphor, Bergamot and Mint; middle notes are Lavender, Heliotrope, Incense and Tuberose; base notes are Patchouli, Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Civet, Oakmoss, Leather and Ambergris.Coty A'Suma was created by Vincent Roubert and Francois Coty in 1934. The perfume was discontinuous 1957. The fragrance is inspired by the mysterious tropical beaches of Bali, announced as a sensual, exotic, rich and alluring like songs of sirens.Top notes: bergamot, mint and camphor. Heart: tuberose, lavender, heliotrope and incense. Base: sandalwood, oak moss, leather, patchouli, vanilla, tonka bean, civet and ambergris.The bottle was designed by Pierre Camin. It is available concentrations of perfume, cologne and eau de toilette.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is A'Suma office-safe?
- With a stronger profile, one light spray is often enough in quiet offices; save extra sprays for after work or open spaces.
- Best season
- Mixed profile—often bright up top with a warmer base—works year-round depending on sprays and temperature.
- Where to try it
- Department-store counters, brand boutiques, and trusted sample or decant sellers online—always test on your own skin before a full bottle.