Flam
| Edp | Concentration | Edt |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2021 | Year | 2008 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Shanghai Tang Mandarin Tea
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A modern, less indolic take on Alien's iconic jasmine-amber DNA, Flam is likeable, versatile, and undeniably feminine. While some find its price steep for a familiar scent profile, it's a crowd-pleaser that delivers easy-wearing luxury.
A truly underrated gem, Mandarin Tea is a quietly sophisticated and perfectly balanced tea scent. It's a clean, musky embrace that gets compliments without trying too hard, a proper crowd-pleaser.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 19% | 18% |
| Floral | 33% | 31% |
| Fruity | 5% | 5% |
| Green | 11% | 11% |
| Sweet | 25% | 27% |
| Warm | 4% | 6% |
| Woody | 6% | 2% |
| Earthy | 1% | 3% |
| Animalic | 13% | 19% |
| Fresh | 16% | 16% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and generally soft, pleasant aroma, often described as 'office friendly,' make it suitable for daily wear. The elegant amber-floral profile also lends itself well to dates and formal events, though its lack of massive sillage prevents it from being a full-on 'statement' formal scent.
Seasons
Occasions
Its moderate projection and clean, unassuming tea profile make it ideal for office wear and casual settings. While perhaps too understated for formal events, its gentle warmth works well for intimate dates.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share White Floral, Musky, Vanilla accords and Jasmine, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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