Afnan 2022 EDP

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Historic Olmeda

by Imran Fazlani

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Afnan Historic Olmeda is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022, created by Imran Fazlani. Historic Olmeda opens with Grapefruit, Pink Pepper, Cardamom, and Juniper, settles into a heart of Bergamot, Cedar, Jasmine, and Nutmeg, and dries down to a base of Musk, Patchouli, Ambergris, and Apple. Afnan's Historic Olmeda carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This blue fragrance blends the best of its designer inspirations into one impressive, mass-appealing scent. It's a fantastic value, offering a familiar yet refined profile that's an easy grab for nearly any situation. Definitely a crowd-pleaser.
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  • Confident
  • Fresh
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
  • Modern
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Historic Olmeda Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel
87%
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Formal

Its fresh, mass-appealing profile makes it highly versatile for casual wear and the office, with many reviewers highlighting its suitability for daily use. While good performance supports its use for dates and some formal events, its 'blue' DNA is a bit too common for truly high-end formal settings.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT, AQUA (DM WATER), PARFUM, LINALOOL, GERANIOL, CITRONELLOL, CINNAMAL, CITRAL, LIMONENE, EUGENOL.

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Historic Olmeda kicks off with a vibrant burst of spiced grapefruit and juniper, swiftly followed by a fresh aromatic heart of jasmine and cedar warmed by nutmeg. The dry down settles into a smooth, musky ambergris base, accented by a subtle, sweet apple and earthy patchouli, creating a dark blue character that's both fresh and profound.

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Where to buy

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