The Cora
| Edp | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | 2018 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Radikal Lotus
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
The Cora is a love-it-or-hate-it kind of scent. While some find it to be a unique, luxurious floral bomb with excellent performance, others are left underwhelmed by its perceived weakness and high price point. It's a risk, but it might just be the quiet luxury you're looking for.
This one's a proper dark horse. Forget the 'Radikal Lotus' name; it's a surprising shapeshifter that splits opinions right down the middle. Some find a fresh, juicy opening, others dive straight into an intense, Arabian-inspired rose. Definitely not one for a blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 40% | 34% |
| Fruity | 1% | 8% |
| Green | 5% | 6% |
| Sweet | 27% | 25% |
| Warm | 11% | 12% |
| Woody | 9% | 6% |
| Earthy | 15% | 16% |
| Animalic | 12% | 15% |
| Fresh | 13% | 14% |
Mood
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Heart Notes
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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 sophisticated floral and warm spicy accords make it suitable for dates and formal events, leaning into its luxurious feel. While some find it too subtle, others report good projection, keeping it out of the highest office suitability category. It's too refined for casual wear and definitely not for sport.
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.
Occasions
Given its strong, warm spicy and amber character, this scent is best suited for evening wear like dates or formal events where its richness can shine. It's too intense for casual daytime wear or sporting activities and might be overwhelming in an office setting.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Warm Spicy, Amber accords and Vanilla, Rose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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