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| Parfum | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2025 | Year | 2022 |
| £££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Almanera
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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper dark horse, deeply polarising but adored by its fans. A complex, shadowy amber with lashings of spice and a powdery, inky undertone that's definitely not for everyone. Blind buy at your peril, but if it clicks, you'll be hooked.
Almanera is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for those who adore creamy, spiced gourmands. It's so expertly blended, some find it hard to pick out individual notes, leading to a smooth, sophisticated scent. A gentle luxury that whispers, rather than shouts, its quality.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 11% | 1% |
| Floral | 17% | 16% |
| Fruity | 3% | 8% |
| Green | 4% | 5% |
| Sweet | 25% | 29% |
| Warm | 26% | 27% |
| Woody | 7% | 7% |
| Earthy | 16% | 12% |
| Animalic | 8% | 8% |
| Fresh | 9% | 9% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
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 strong projection and dark, sensual profile make it less suitable for office wear but perfect for dates and evening formal events. Reviewers often mention its suitability for 'dark clubs' and 'upscale evening events' in cooler weather.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its gentle projection and warm, inviting nature make it incredibly versatile for casual and date wear, while its sophistication allows it to bridge into formal settings without being overpowering. The milky-gourmand character is less suited for an athletic environment, and its subtlety means it won't be a distraction in the office.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Sweet accords and Jasmine, Cardamom notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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