Afnan 2024 EDP

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9 PM Rebel

by Gaël Montero

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Afnan 9 PM Rebel is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2024, created by Gaël Montero. 9 PM Rebel opens with Mandarin, Apple, and Pineapple, settles into a heart of Cedar, Oakmoss, and Vanilla, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Musk, Ambergris, and Caramel. Afnan's 9 PM Rebel carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This is a beast of a fragrance with a juicy, captivating pineapple blast that evolves into a smooth, sweet, woody base. It's an absolute no-brainer for the price, delivering niche quality and compliments galore without trying too hard.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Energetic
  • Playful
  • Modern
  • Warm
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9 PM Rebel Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Aventus by Creed
60%
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Aventus the original 9 PM Rebel inspired by

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Pineapple49%
Apple26%
Mandarin25%
Heartas listed
Oakmoss35%
Cedar33%
Vanilla32%
Baseas listed
Woody Notes28%
Ambergris25%
Caramel24%
Musk23%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its nuclear performance and strong projection make it tricky for office wear, although some found it acceptable with fewer sprays. However, its mass-appealing, seductive, and playful character, loaded with compliments, makes it ideal for dates and casual outings. The robust sweetness and woodiness also lend it well to cooler weather and special occasions.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Afnan 9 PM Rebel opens with a powerful, incredibly juicy burst of pineapple, brightened by hints of apple and mandarin. This vibrant fruitiness settles into a rich and complex heart of woody notes, primarily cedar softened by earthy oakmoss. The true magic unfolds in the drydown, as a creamy vanilla and delectable caramel emerge, intertwined with a subtle musk and a hint of ambergris, creating a long-lasting, inviting warmth.

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