Carmina
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2004 |
| £££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Echo Woman
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Which Should You Buy?
Carmina is a polarising beast. For every lover of its dark, jammy rose and cherry, there’s a hater smelling cough syrup and ambroxan. You'll either get Morticia Addams or an allergic reaction, apparently.
This early 00s floral is a hugely divisive scent: a love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect a fresh, clean, and quite 'boozy' floral hit, though many report it's too weak to bother with and can turn sour on skin.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 25% | 24% |
| Fruity | 12% | 2% |
| Green | 2% | 2% |
| Sweet | 20% | 17% |
| Warm | 21% | 17% |
| Woody | 9% | 14% |
| Earthy | 9% | 8% |
| Animalic | 15% | 14% |
| Fresh | 14% | 22% |
Mood
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its strong, often long-lasting sillage makes it too much for an office, as some find it headache-inducing. However, its 'dark feminine' and 'seductive' qualities make it perfect for date nights and formal evening wear, while being too sophisticated for casual daily use.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh, light-to-moderate projection and soft character make it suitable for office and casual wear, especially in warmer weather. While some find it romantic, its subtle nature might be outshone for a formal date or evening event.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Fresh, Powdery accords and Violet, Peony notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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