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| Edp | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | 2025 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Smeralda
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This polarizing Mancera scent is a bold, long-lasting declaration. Some find it a 'rose-patchouli atomic bomb' or a 'thick and awful' granny smell, while others adore its 'slinky, secretive' charm and 'fabulous' performance. Definitely not one for a blind buy.
This one's a bold move for sophisticated evenings. If you like your scents boozy, leathery, and dark, Smeralda offers a complex, unapologetically sexy experience that leans into its Italian luxury roots. Not for the faint of heart, but undeniably captivating.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 10% |
| Floral | 13% | 8% |
| Fruity | 1% | 3% |
| Green | 5% | 6% |
| Sweet | 21% | 18% |
| Warm | 18% | 20% |
| Woody | 16% | 18% |
| Earthy | 14% | 14% |
| Animalic | 17% | 13% |
| Fresh | 11% | 15% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its exceptional longevity and strong projection, often described as a 'nuclear beast', make it less suitable for office wear where discretion is key. The intense rose and woody-spicy accords lend themselves well to evening dates and formal events, though it's still wearable casually by those who prefer a statement scent.
Seasons
Occasions
Given its potent extrait concentration and rich, deep accords like cognac, leather, and incense, Smeralda is far too intense for office or casual daytime wear. It truly shines in evening settings, making it perfect for a romantic date or a formal event where making a statement is desired.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Woody, Fresh Spicy accords and Rose, Pepper notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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