Background by Jil Sander is a Amber Fougere fragrance for men. Background was launched in 1993. Top notes are Anise, Raspberry, Lavender, Tarragon, Bergamot and Lemon; middle notes are Cinnamon, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley, Heliotrope, Carnation and Rose; base notes are Vanilla, Cedar, Benzoin, Tonka Bean, Amber, Sandalwood and Musk.