- Embrace Marigold and Gardenia by Vera Wang is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women. Embrace Marigold and Gardenia was launched in 2016. The nose behind this fragrance is Natasha Côté. Top notes are Melon and Mango; middle notes are Marigold, Gardenia and Orange Blossom; base notes are Cardamom, Musk, Sandalwood and Cedar.