Fragrance notes
How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).
Woody
100%
Earthy
84%
Warm Spicy
77%
Powdery
77%
White Floral
76%
Aromatic
72%
Mossy
71%
Aldehydic
61%
Musky
61%
Animalic
59%
Performance
Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Woody, Earthy, and Warm Spicy) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.
Longevity
With Woody, Earthy, Warm Spicy, and Powdery 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 Woody, Earthy, Warm Spicy, and Powdery 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
KnowingbyEstée Lauderis a Chypre Floral fragrance for women.Knowingwas launched in 1988. The nose behind this fragrance is Harry Fremont. Top notes are Aldehydes, Mimosa, Rose, Coriander, Green Notes, Tuberose, Plum and Melon; middle notes are Patchouli, Cardamom, Cedar, Bay Leaf, Orris Root, Jasmine, Orange Blossom, Lily-of-the-Valley and Pitosporum; base notes are Oakmoss, Patchouli, Civet, Spices, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Amber, Orris Root and Musk.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is Knowing 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.