Frederic Malle – Superstitious Superstitious is a contemporary take on the floral aldehyde from Frederic Malle. Unlike other floral aldehydes with a rose note, the rose in Superstitious is not jammy at all. It opens with a strong blossoming rose and a soapy aldehyde note. There is a cleanness to the notes. In it’s opening, it is a floral aldehyde lovers dream. About 30 minutes into wear I get an extremely bold jasmine. The jasmine is strong yet blends seamlessly with the rose. The aldehydes begin to soften. Another 30 minutes in and a spicy and juicy peach appear. There is an effervescence in the way the spiced peach enters the juice. A subtle resinous amber, as well as the continuing aldehydes, prevent Superstitious from going the way of a fruity floral. Roughly 2 hours into wear, the rose softens and the spiced peach jasmine aldehyde is cradled by a woody vetiver. The juiciness of the notes begins to ...