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A divisive Estée Lauder gourmand from yesteryear that's surprisingly sophisticated for its notes. Some find it a balanced 'fruitchouli', while others are put off by a strong patchouli opening and find it turns sickly or artificial on their skin. A proper love-it-or-hate-it.
Karat by Maison Alhambra is a divisive fruity musk with a huge following. Some rave about its fresh, bright fruitiness and impressive performance after maceration, while others find it fleeting or too close to existing popular scents. It's a risk, but the payoff for some is huge.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 34% | 31% |
| Fruity | 16% | 18% |
| Green | 11% | 15% |
| Sweet | 36% | 26% |
| Warm | 4% | 2% |
| Woody | 3% | 8% |
| Earthy | 7% | 8% |
| Animalic | 0% | 6% |
| Fresh | 16% | 22% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
With strong projection and long-lasting performance, this scent is best suited for evenings and cooler weather. Its gourmand sweetness and prominent patchouli make it a bit much for professional or active settings.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
While its fruity freshness makes it appealing for casual daywear and even some sporty activities, its strong projection and sweetness might be too much for the office. It's a great choice for dates or any occasion where you want to make a fun, confident statement without being overly formal.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Sweet, Powdery accords and Lily Of The Valley, Green notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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