Dahlia Noir
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2011 | Year | 2019 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Bella Rosa
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This is a love-it-or-hate-it powder bomb that gets its 'noir' from a melancholic retro vibe rather than outright darkness. If you want expensive baby powder with a subtly seductive edge, this is your jam.
A pretty, delicate rose that's a crowd-pleaser and easy to wear day or night. Its charming scent is let down by its lacklustre performance and sillage, meaning it's best for intimate encounters or after-shower spritzes.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 12% | 8% |
| Floral | 28% | 37% |
| Fruity | 3% | 4% |
| Green | 4% | 2% |
| Sweet | 28% | 23% |
| Warm | 10% | 14% |
| Woody | 16% | 17% |
| Earthy | 18% | 15% |
| Animalic | 1% | 4% |
| Fresh | 8% | 10% |
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and comforting, clean powdery nature make it suitable for office and casual wear, though some find it's too 'sexy' for work. The elegant, warm dry-down makes it a strong contender for date nights, but its lack of overt formality means it's less suited to very formal events.
Seasons
A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.
Occasions
Its soft projection and delicate, inoffensive rose-floral profile make it ideal for office wear and casual settings, especially when a 'skin scent' is desired. Despite its romantic character, poor longevity and sillage mean it's less suited for formal events where a lasting impression is key, and it's definitely not for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Floral, Woody accords and Rose, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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