Flora Bella
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2005 | Year | 2017 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Rosendo Mateu Nº 5 Floral, Amber, Sensual Musk
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Which Should You Buy?
Flora Bella is a love-it-or-hate-it floral bomb. Some find its dense, tropical bouquet intoxicating and sophisticated, others recoil from its intense sweet, powdery character and claim it causes headaches. Definitely not a blind buy.
This one is a proper head-turner, but whether for good or bad is down to your skin chemistry and tolerance for 'burnt rubber'. It's a divisive masterpiece, so don't even think about blind buying. Test it, and if it works for you, prepare for compliments.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 35% | 39% |
| Fruity | 4% | 1% |
| Green | 6% | 6% |
| Sweet | 32% | 26% |
| Warm | 22% | 28% |
| Woody | 4% | 4% |
| Earthy | 4% | 5% |
| Animalic | 13% | 9% |
| Fresh | 8% | 10% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
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Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.
Occasions
Its potent projection and long-lasting nature make it less suitable for office wear, where it might be overwhelming. However, its rich floral blend and exotic character lend themselves well to dates and more formal outings, particularly in warmer climates where it truly shines according to many reviewers.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and longevity, this isn't an office-friendly scent, but its sophisticated amber and musk make it perfect for date nights and formal events. It's too opulent for casual wear, and definitely unsuitable for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Powdery, Sweet accords and Spicy, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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