Madonna of the Almonds Eau de Parfum vs Mandarine Sultane Eau de Parfum

Madonna of the Almonds

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2009	Year	2016
££	Price Tier	££

Mandarine Sultane

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Madonna of the Almonds

This one is a divisive brew. Some find Madonna of the Almonds a beautifully nuanced, sophisticated almond gourmand; others reckon it's a muddled, dated mess. You truly won't know until you spray it on your skin. Tread carefully with a full bottle blind buy.

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Our Verdict - Mandarine Sultane

This one's a bit of a mixed bag; Mandarine Sultane swings from a vibrant, sparkling citrus to something deeper and more 'oud-ish' depending on who you ask. Some find it a delicious, creamy dream, perfect for any occasion, while others are put off by a 'synthetic' opening. Prepare for a rich journey that might surprise you.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	28%	33%
Floral	12%	18%
Fruity	8%	9%
Green	3%	2%
Sweet	19%	28%
Warm	13%	10%
Woody	10%	10%
Earthy	4%	3%
Animalic	11%	9%
Fresh	20%	18%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

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Notes

Shared Notes

Lemon 52% vs 24%

Bergamot 47% vs 27%

Only in Mandarine Sultane

Mandarin 48%

Shared Notes

Almond 17% vs 21%

Jasmine 13% vs 15%

Only in Madonna of the Almonds

Almond Blossom 21% Fruity 19% Spicy 16% Vanilla 12%

Only in Mandarine Sultane

Neroli 27% Orange Blossom 22% Peach 14%

Shared Notes

Musk 39% vs 16%

Sandalwood 26% vs 16%

Only in Madonna of the Almonds

Incense 34%

Only in Mandarine Sultane

Amber 18% Cashmere Wood 18% Rum 17% Saffron 14%

Accords

Madonna of the Almonds Mandarine Sultane

100%

Citrus

100%

88%

Floral

83%

Fruity

51%

83%

Sweet

51%

75%

Almond

48%

51%

White Floral

74%

Woody

70%

62%

Warm Spicy

51%

57%

Musky

58%

Amber

58%

57%

Powdery

52%

Aromatic

Citrus shared

100%

Floral

88%

Fruity shared

83%

51%

Sweet shared

83%

51%

Almond shared

75%

48%

White Floral shared

51%

74%

Woody

70%

Warm Spicy shared

62%

51%

Musky shared

57%

58%

Amber

58%

Powdery shared

57%

52%

Aromatic

52%

Performance

Madonna of the Almonds Mandarine Sultane

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Madonna of the Almonds

Seasons

Best For:

Summer

Also Works:

Spring

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

With its moderate sillage and longevity, it's suitable for various settings, though perhaps a bit too cosy for a high-intensity office environment. The sweet, warm almond and fruity accords make it a lovely choice for dates or more intimate casual wear, while its underlying sophistication works for formal events.

Mandarine Sultane

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn

Also Works:

Spring Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and spring.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

With its moderate to strong projection and good longevity, Mandarine Sultane is best suited for social settings rather than the office. The warm, woody, and boozy base lends itself well to dates and casual outings, feeling too rich for active wear but surprisingly adaptable for less formal contexts.