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Banana Republic Gardenia & Cardamom Eau de Parfum for Unisex

Banana Republic Gardenia & Cardamom Eau de Parfum for Unisex

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HomeBanana Republic Gardenia Cardamom
Floral Spicy · 2021
White gardenia petals land on a warm cardamom bed with a black tea edge underneath.
eau-de-parfum
Banana Republic Gardenia & Cardamom Eau de Parfum for Unisex
$46.79

Cardamom and Mandarin Orange over a amber base.

Cardamom and Amber for year-round wear.

The Scent

Banana Republic Gardenia & Cardamom opens lush and creamy, leading with Cardamom and Mandarin Orange for its first impression on the skin. It blooms into a heart of Carnation, Gardenia and Jasmine, the character that carries it through the middle hours. It softens to a base of Amber and Driftwood, the lingering trail it leaves behind.

Notes

Top · 0 to 30 min
Cardamom
Mandarin Orange
Heart · 30 min to 3 hr
Carnation
Gardenia
Jasmine
Magnolia
Rose
Tuberose
Base · 3 hr and beyond
Amber
Driftwood

Performance

Longevity 8h
Sillage strong
Projection above-average

Seasonal Performance · Ambient Temperature

35°F 55°F optimal 51–74°F 75°F 95°F+

A versatile range from 51 to 74°F, peaking in transitional weather.

Time of Day

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Peaks between 11:00 and 21:00, an afternoon-to-evening sweet spot.

When to Wear

Wear it for
  • Spring and summer days
  • Romantic evenings
  • Weddings and daytime events
  • Office wear in warmer months
Skip it for
  • ×Scent-sensitive close quarters
  • ×Occasions wanting a subtle skin scent
  • ×Very cold deep-winter wear

About the Brand

Banana Republic is the house behind this release, part of a catalog that spans a range of fragrance styles. This white floral composition sits among its offerings for wearers seeking that profile at an accessible price.

Community Pulse

PerfumeM Editorial Notes

Our take · expert review

Wearers consistently describe Banana Republic Gardenia & Cardamom as a white floral scent defined by cardamom, mandarin orange and carnation. The amber and driftwood base draws the most mentions for the impression it leaves.

Customer Reviews

4.4

★★★★★

8 reviews

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Reviews (8)
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Recommended

Smells expensive

Punches above its price. Cardamom up top, Amber underneath. Will rebuy.

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Hannah W.
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Recommended

Nice and versatile

Works for both work and evenings. The Cardamom keeps it interesting all day.

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Kevin N.
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Recommended

Smells expensive

Punches above its price. Cardamom up top, Amber underneath. Will rebuy.

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David K.
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Recommended

Smells expensive

Punches above its price. Cardamom up top, Amber underneath. Will rebuy.

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Brian C.
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Recommended

Love the drydown

Opens a little sharp with Cardamom but the Amber base is what sells it for me.

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James R.
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Recommended

Exactly what I wanted

The Cardamom opening is gorgeous and it settles into Amber beautifully. Lasts me a full day.

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Nicole V.
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Better than expected

Wasn't sure at first but the Cardamom grew on me fast. Now it's in my rotation.

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Brandon L.
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Recommended

Better than expected

Wasn't sure at first but the Cardamom grew on me fast. Now it's in my rotation.

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Jessica L.
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Should You Buy?

Yes, if
  • You want a fragrance for spring and summer days
  • You want a fragrance for romantic evenings
  • You want a fragrance for weddings and daytime events
Skip, if
  • ×You're after something for scent-sensitive close quarters
  • ×You're after something for occasions wanting a subtle skin scent
  • ×You're after something for very cold deep-winter wear

Common Questions

What does Banana Republic Gardenia & Cardamom smell like?

Banana Republic Gardenia & Cardamom opens with Cardamom and Mandarin Orange, moves through a heart of Carnation, Gardenia and Jasmine, and settles on Amber and Driftwood. Overall it reads as a white floral fragrance.

How long does Banana Republic Gardenia & Cardamom last?

Expect around 8 hours of wear, with strong sillage and above average projection that settles closer to the skin over time.

Is Banana Republic Gardenia & Cardamom good for year-round?

Yes — its white floral profile suits year-round wear, both daytime and evening depending on the occasion.

What are the main notes in Banana Republic Gardenia & Cardamom?

Top: Cardamom and Mandarin Orange. Heart: Carnation, Gardenia and Jasmine. Base: Amber and Driftwood.

Is Banana Republic Gardenia & Cardamom suitable for daily wear?

It works as a versatile signature; its strong sillage keeps it appropriate for both casual and dressed settings.

Does Banana Republic Gardenia & Cardamom have good projection?

Projection is above average in the opening hours, driven by its Amber and Driftwood foundation, before it softens to a skin scent.

Have a question we haven't answered? Email info@perfumem.com and we'll add it here.

Fast US delivery
3–6 days, expedited 1–2
30-day returns
on sealed bottles
100% authentic
batch-verified bottles
Same-day dispatch
before 2 p.m. CT

Below is everything you need to know about delivery, returns, and our authenticity guarantee. Tap any section to expand. For anything else, email info@perfumem.com.

Fast Delivery & Tracking

Ships from our Cypress, TX warehouse. Every order leaves our climate-controlled US facility with carrier tracking through USPS, UPS, FedEx, or DHL. Standard delivery is typically 3–6 business days; expedited options ship in 1–2 business days.

Same-day dispatch. Orders placed before 2:00 p.m. CT on business days leave the warehouse the same day. You'll get a tracking number by email the moment your bottle ships.

If a package gets lost or delayed. If anything looks off with delivery, just email info@perfumem.com and we'll take care of it. We work directly with the carriers so you don't have to.

Easy 30-Day Returns

30 days to change your mind. You have a full month from delivery to return your bottle for a refund. Sealed bottles in their original packaging are welcomed back at any time within that window.

Tried it and it's not for you? Fragrance is personal, so we make it easy. If you've lightly tested a bottle (under 5% used), email us and we'll work something out — most of the time we can still take it back and refund a meaningful portion. Just reach out and we'll talk it through.

Refunds happen fast. Once your return arrives, refunds land on your original payment method within 5–7 business days. No questions, no delay.

If it arrived damaged. Send us a photo within 48 hours and we'll replace it or refund you immediately — your choice. We cover everything.

Starting a return. Email info@perfumem.com with your order number and we'll send instructions the same business day.

100% Authenticity Guarantee

Every bottle is the real thing. We source exclusively through authorised distribution and verify each bottle's batch code and factory packaging before it ships. If a brand uses a holographic seal, you'll see it. If a bottle should have a cellophane wrap, it will.

Want to know the batch before it ships? Email info@perfumem.com with your order number and we'll share the exact batch code and production year of the bottle we've reserved for you.

If anything ever feels off about a bottle you receive, contact us with a quick photo and we'll verify it personally through our distributor records. If something doesn't check out, you get a full refund including any return shipping. That's the guarantee.

Order Help

Need to change something? If you spot a typo in your shipping address or change your mind right after ordering, email info@perfumem.com with your order number. We'll catch it before it leaves the warehouse whenever we can.

Sales tax. Applicable U.S. state sales tax is calculated at checkout based on your shipping destination.

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Questions of any kind? Email info@perfumem.com. A real person from our Cypress, TX team will get back to you usually within one business day, often the same day. We're here to make sure you love what you've ordered.