Fakhar Lattafa
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2015 | Year | 2012 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Candy Rose
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Which Should You Buy?
Fakhar Lattafa is a proper divisive gem. You'll either find it a lush, sweet, and comforting fragrance with impressive staying power, or you'll be left wondering what all the fuss is about, getting nothing but 'grandma's bathroom' vibes. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
Don't let the name fool you - Candy Rose is Montale's divisive fruity-floral that's more fresh rose bouquet than syrupy sweet. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with some adoring its bright, clean charm and others dismissing it as unremarkable, soapy, or even a public toilet air freshener.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 9% | 11% |
| Floral | 31% | 33% |
| Fruity | 22% | 21% |
| Green | 6% | 4% |
| Sweet | 33% | 32% |
| Warm | 2% | 2% |
| Woody | 11% | 4% |
| Earthy | 7% | 7% |
| Animalic | 8% | 13% |
| Fresh | 13% | 14% |
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Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent projection and long-lasting nature, mentioned by many reviewers, make it less suitable for a confined office setting. The sweet, sensual profile makes it ideal for dates and casual evenings, but it's likely too bold for formal events or sports.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and somewhat light profile makes it suitable for casual wear and daily use. While some find its longevity good, the lack of heavy sweetness or strong sillage keeps it from being overpowering for office or formal settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, White Floral, Sweet accords and Rose, Blackcurrant notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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