Score
82/100

Bath & Body Works In The Stars

2018Patricia Bilodeau

“Amber, soft woods and white oud under a night sky — the mall bottle that smells far more expensive.”

In The Stars
oud
powdery
amber
$55–$75Good value

The take

What works

  • ●Smells far more expensive than the price
  • ●Cozy, alluring amber-woods profile
  • ●Unique within the Bath & Body Works lineup

Trade-offs

  • ●Potent — go light in close quarters
  • ●The woody finish leans unisex rather than sweet

Notes

Top

Mid

SandalwoodSandalwood

Base

AmberAmberMuskMusk

Performance

Longevity
4–6 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

Fit

Best in fall and winter, day or night. Spring and summer work too. Leans feminine.

When

  • Spring, 60%, works
  • Summer, 57%, works
  • Fall, 100%, best
  • Winter, 93%, best
  • Day, 89%, best
  • Night, 97%, best

Occasions

EverydayOfficeDate nightSpecial occasion

Gender

Leans feminine

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does In The Stars smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Zara Red Temptation, Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540, Dossier Ambery Saffron. Strong DNA matches — same scent family and similar composition.

How long does In The Stars last?

4–6 hours on most skin (good longevity) with noticeable sillage.

When should you wear In The Stars?

In The Stars is best in fall and winter, day or night. Spring and summer work too. It suits almost any occasion.

Is In The Stars worth it?

At $55–$75, yes for this tier. Smells far more expensive than the price. Cozy, alluring amber-woods profile.