I received this as a gift a few years ago and was reluctant to try it. I used to be a one perfume woman and couldn't fathom the idea of using something other than by beloved Hot Couture. But the soft, mysterious scent won me over and I used the whole bottle up BEFORE I finished my favorite one. Ange ou Demon is not overpowering by any means and it has a delicate scent that to me, smells like a mix of vanilla, licorice and soft, gentle florals.