Especially Escada Delicate Notes
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2012 | Year | 2023 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Bella Absolu
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Which Should You Buy?
A truly lovely, clean rose for those who want a straightforward, delicate floral that's fresh and uplifting without fuss. Don't expect huge projection or longevity, but it's a solid, pretty choice for daily wear.
Baldessarini delivers a fragrance that dances between youthful innocence and melancholic maturity, making it a bit of a head-scratcher for some. It's a 'rose water' to one, a 'medicinal hay' to another; definitely not a safe blind-buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 10% | 19% |
| Floral | 40% | 37% |
| Fruity | 9% | 11% |
| Green | 5% | 10% |
| Sweet | 17% | 18% |
| Warm | 0% | 3% |
| Woody | 14% | 5% |
| Earthy | 3% | 3% |
| Animalic | 15% | 17% |
| Fresh | 15% | 15% |
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Given its delicate sillage and fresh, clean rose profile, this is an excellent choice for office wear or casual daily use where you want to smell pleasant without overwhelming others. Its lightness means it's less suited for formal events where a more commanding presence might be desired, though it's still lovely for a relaxed date.
Seasons
Occasions
Given its nuanced, less bombastic nature, Bella Absolu is versatile for casual outings and could work in an office setting without being overbearing. Due to the slightly melancholic and '90s-esque undertones described by some, it doesn't quite hit the mark for a universally appealing date night or formal event scent, but still works for those who enjoy its subtlety.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Musky, Floral accords and Rose, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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