Quick answer
If you want a bright, creative floral with citrus sparkle, FLORGASM is your match. If you prefer a sultry, fruit-adjacent floral with smoky depth, DIRTY SUEDE + ANGEL'S TRUMPET fits better. The real difference is energy versus mystery.
DIRTY SUEDE
What makes a citrus scent different from a fruity one?
Citrus notes come from peel oils like bergamot, bitter orange, and lemon. They feel fresh, sharp, and energizing. Fruity notes in natural perfumery often rely on floral-fruit accords like jasmine, orange blossom, or tuberose, which read as sweeter and more voluptuous. Heretic uses both approaches, but the experience is distinct.
FLORGASM: citrus-forward creativity
FLORGASM opens with bergamot, bitter orange, and lemon, then moves into jasmine, orange blossom, and tuberose. The citrus top notes give it a bright, almost sparkling lift that fades into a creamy floral heart. This is a fragrance that feels like morning light and creative energy.
DIRTY SUEDE + ANGEL'S TRUMPET: fruity-floral depth
This parfum layers a smoky, leathery base with luminous, narcotic floral notes. The Angel's Trumpet accord brings a golden, almost honeyed sweetness that reads as fruity without being literal fruit. It's romantic, sultry, and slightly strange, perfect for evening or when you want to intrigue.
Citrus vs Fruity: the tradeoffs
- Brightness vs depth: FLORGASM stays fresh and sparkling; DIRTY SUEDE + ANGEL'S TRUMPET leans smoky and narcotic. Choose based on whether you want to feel awake or alluring. Daytime = citrus, evening = fruity depth
- Longevity: Citrus top notes fade faster. FLORGASM's floral heart lasts but the citrus lift is brief. DIRTY SUEDE + ANGEL'S TRUMPET's base notes (smoky, leathery) linger longer. If you want all-day presence, go fruity-floral
- Versatility: FLORGASM works for work, brunch, or creative sessions. DIRTY SUEDE + ANGEL'S TRUMPET is more of a statement scent for dates or nights out. Citrus is easier to wear daily
Side-by-side scent facts
- FLORGASM: Bright, seductive Jasmine flirts with Bergamot, a tingle of Pink Pepper, and a burst of Orange Blossom, in this natural floral fragrance that stimulates creativity and passion. The citrus top notes (bergamot, bitter orange, lemon) give FLORGASM an immediate freshness that fruity scents lack, making it ideal for daytime wear or creative settings.
- DIRTY SUEDE + ANGEL'S TRUMPET: Dirty Suede lays the groundwork: smooth, smoky, and a touch untamed. Then Angel’s Trumpet arrives, luminous and narcotic, with golden petals and a hint of nocturnal sweetness. The fruit-like sweetness comes from the floral accord rather than actual fruit, giving DIRTY SUEDE + ANGEL'S TRUMPET a deeper, more mysterious feel that lasts longer on skin.
Which profile fits you?
Best for
- Anyone who loves fresh, energizing scents and wants a natural perfume that sparks creativity
- Daytime wear or casual settings where you want to smell clean and bright
Not for
- Those who prefer deep, smoky, or leathery scents that last all evening
- Anyone who dislikes floral heart notes or wants a purely fruity (non-floral) fragrance
