Baldessarini 2023 Edp

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Bella Absolu

Baldessarini Bella Absolu is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023. The fragrance opens with Blackcurrant, Marigold, Grapefruit, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Rose and Gardenia, and dries down to a base of Orcanox, Rainwater, and Musk.

Our verdict on Bella Absolu: Statement

Baldessarini delivers a fragrance that dances between youthful innocence and melancholic maturity, making it a bit of a head-scratcher for some. It's a 'rose water' to one, a 'medicinal hay' to another; definitely not a safe blind-buy.
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  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Elegant
  • Soft
  • Subtle
Bella Absolu Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 19%
Floral 37%
Fruity 12%
Green 11%
Sweet 18%
Warm 3%
Woody 5%
Earthy 3%
Animalic 17%
Fresh 15%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Rose
100%
Citrus
87%
Musky
60%
Aquatic
57%
Floral
54%

Notes

Top Notes

Mandarin 29% Grapefruit 27% Blackcurrant 23% Marigold 21%

Heart Notes

Rose 65% Gardenia 35%

Base Notes

Musk 36% Rainwater 35% Orcanox 30%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Given its nuanced, less bombastic nature, Bella Absolu is versatile for casual outings and could work in an office setting without being overbearing. Due to the slightly melancholic and '90s-esque undertones described by some, it doesn't quite hit the mark for a universally appealing date night or formal event scent, but still works for those who enjoy its subtlety.

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About

Bella Absolu opens with a bright, zesty burst of grapefruit and mandarin, quickly tempered by the tartness of blackcurrant. As it settles, a prominent, slightly creamy rose emerges, intertwined with subtle gardenia florals. The base takes an unexpected turn, introducing a distinct rainy, musky quality that some interpret as autumnal leaves or even a touch of medicinal dryness, while others find it a clean, classic finish.

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