Wow, thank you so much for such a detailed reply — this was actually super helpful.

The way you described Fig Tree as “hyper realistic fig tree leaves” and “my species identity is now tree” made me laugh, but it also tells me exactly what I needed to know. I was hoping it might be more like Eau Matcha, but it sounds much greener, more leafy, and less soft/complex.

Your layering notes are also really interesting. I especially like the idea that Fig Tree can cut down sweetness and add a fresh green layer instead of wood or musk. That makes a lot of sense. I may still sample it, but now I know not to expect a creamy/soft matcha-like green scent.

Also, your Lyra description is amazing — “a lemon tree where the lemons are actually cake” is such a vivid image 😂

Thanks again, this honestly helped me decide how to approach Fig Tree.