Floraiku First Dream of the Year

First Dream of the Year by Floraïku
First Dream of the Year is a poetic take on radiant optimism—a tribute to the fleeting clarity of dreams and the soft light of new beginnings. Inspired by the Japanese tradition of hatsuyume (the first dream of the year), this scent feels like inhaling the gentle warmth of early sunshine filtered through citrus blossoms. Uplifting and serene, it wraps you in a bright, almost sacred stillness.

Scent Profile

The fragrance opens with a sparkling trio of white grapefruit, orange, and petit grain essence—sunlit, zesty, and just slightly bitter in the most refreshing way. As it settles, the heart blooms with orange flower absolute, jasmine sambac, and iris concrete, creating a silky floral body that is soft yet luminous. A base of clean musks, warm amber, and sheer woody notes anchors the fragrance in a subtle sensuality that feels effortless and pure.

Performance & Longevity

First Dream of the Year wears close to the skin like a whisper. Expect 6 to 8 hours of delicate radiance, with the musks and orange blossom lingering the longest. It doesn’t shout for attention but offers a steady presence—perfect for spring, early summer, or quiet, introspective moments year-round. It shines best in sunlight and soft breezes.

Real-Life Comparisons

Wearing this fragrance is like standing barefoot on a sun-warmed balcony, drinking in the morning air after a fresh rain. It recalls the breezy innocence of a linen dress on vacation or the quiet joy of journaling in the soft light of dawn. If you love the elegance of scents like Aqua Universalis or L’Eau d’Hiver, but long for something more citrus-forward with floral lift, this is a dream worth chasing.

Final Thoughts

First Dream of the Year isn’t made to overwhelm—it’s made to illuminate. It's a fragrance that captures serenity without being static, intimacy without being heavy. For those who appreciate clarity, grace, and a gentle kind of beauty, this is an olfactory sigh of peace and promise—something to reach for again and again.