L'Attesa
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 1995 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
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Which Should You Buy?
This perfume is a divisive love-it-or-hate-it iris. For some, it's a breathtaking luxury, a signature scent that conjures high-class elegance. For others, it's a harsh, waxy, or even sickly experience. Clearly, a true iris fan's scent test is required.
This one's a proper debate-starter. Some reckon it's a timeless, aristocratic chypre with a modern twist, while others get a whiff of cat pee or burnt chilis. If you can get your hands on a well-preserved bottle, you might just find your new signature. Just be warned, it's a love-it-or-hate-it affair.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 17% | 13% |
| Floral | 31% | 31% |
| Fruity | 9% | 15% |
| Green | 5% | 6% |
| Sweet | 14% | 21% |
| Warm | 4% | 2% |
| Woody | 15% | 16% |
| Earthy | 18% | 13% |
| Animalic | 12% | 5% |
| Fresh | 12% | 12% |
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Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and distinctive, luxurious profile make it a strong choice for formal events and romantic dates, where elegance is key. It's a bit too prominent and unique for regular office wear, and far too refined for casual or sport settings.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
While some find it office-safe due to its refined nature, its potential for strong sillage might be too much for close quarters. It leans towards formal and date settings, with many reviewers describing it as glamorous and special occasion appropriate. Its complexity and richness make it ill-suited for casual or sport wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Powdery, Earthy accords and Neroli, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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