Avant l’Orage
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2019 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Sahret Al Mahabah
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This is a milky, creamy vanilla and sandalwood scent. Often compared to Zadig & Voltaire's This Is Her, but with softer projection and shorter longevity. It's an easy-wearing, cozy skin scent for those who prefer their fragrances subtle.
This is a surprisingly fresh take on vanilla, proving that Gourmands don't always have to be heavy. It's a crowd-pleasing scent that offers easy wearability with a touch of playful sweetness, though one review mentions it's a bit like vanilla cake mix and dishsoap.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 6% |
| Floral | 21% | 36% |
| Fruity | 5% | 5% |
| Green | 1% | 0% |
| Sweet | 35% | 38% |
| Warm | 32% | 30% |
| Woody | 9% | 2% |
| Earthy | 4% | 3% |
| Animalic | 8% | 3% |
| Fresh | 6% | 11% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and spring.
Occasions
Its intimate projection and clean, cozy profile make it suitable for close-quarters like the office, casual wear, and dates. The low sillage and lack of strong formal elements reduce its appropriateness for formal events or sport.
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.
Occasions
Its gentle sweetness and fresh vanilla profile make it versatile for casual wear and dates, but it might be too gourmand-leaning for very formal events. The moderate sillage means it's generally office-friendly, as one review notes its fresh quality.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Vanilla, Amber, Sweet accords and Benzoin, Tonka Bean notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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