Alaïa Paris 2015 EDP

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Alaïa

by Marie Salamagne

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Alaïa Paris Alaïa is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Marie Salamagne. Alaïa opens with Fresh Notes and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Rose, Peony, and Freesia, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, and Violet. Alaïa Paris's Alaïa carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

This is a truly divisive scent- a love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect strong, almost contradictory notes of cool freshness, bold leather, and powdery florals. Not a safe blind buy, but a real gem for those it clicks with.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Sophisticated
  • Edgy
  • Fresh
  • Mysterious
Alaïa Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Fresh Notes49%
Heartas listed
Baseas listed

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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its bold leather and musky base, combined with strong longevity and sillage, make it a bit much for the office. However, its unique and sensual vibe suits dates and formal events, with a casual edge from its fresh and individual character.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Alaïa opens with a fresh, almost mineral 'mountain air' blast, sharpened by pink pepper. The heart unfurls into a rich bouquet of rose, peony, and freesia, gracefully transitioning to a distinctive base. Here, a soft, inviting leather note merges with powdery violet and a clean musk, creating a sophisticated aroma that's both sharp and surprisingly smooth.

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