French Avenue Spectre Ghost (Eau de Parfum, 2023): Sparkling Spice, Tart Blackcurrant & Vanilla-Woody Glow

A modern woody-aromatic built for easy day-to-night wear, Spectre Ghost opens with a lively trio of ginger–cardamom–bergamot, moves into a blackcurrant + rose heart with a pinch of pink pepper, and dries down to a vanilla–cedar–patchouli trail that’s cozy without turning syrupy.

Fragrance Notes

Top: Ginger, Cardamom, Bergamot
Heart: Pink Pepper, Blackcurrant, Rose
Base: Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli

What It Smells Like

First spray is a sparkling spice hit over bright citrus. Minutes in, blackcurrant brings tart juiciness against a soft rose and pink-pepper tingle. The dry-down turns creamy-vanilla with clean cedar and a touch of patchouli for depth—polished, versatile, and crowd-pleasing.

Who Is It For?

If you like fresh-spicy openings that settle into vanilla-woods, this reads broadly unisex (marketed for men) and fits office to evening with ease.

When to Wear

Year-round, especially mild spring and autumn days and casual evenings. The bright top keeps it daytime-friendly; the cozy base makes it date-night safe.

Why You’ll Love It

• Effervescent spice: ginger and cardamom feel lively, not harsh.

• Characterful heart: tart blackcurrant and rose add interest without heaviness.

• Comforting finish: vanilla–cedar–patchouli dries down smooth and modern.