Contes de Parfums 2022 EDP

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Bilbao

by Ane Ayo

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Contes de Parfums Bilbao is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022, created by Ane Ayo. Bilbao opens with Bergamot, Lavender, and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Oak, Patchouli, and Coffee, and dries down to a base of Ambrettolide, Ambroxan, Oud, and Tonka Bean. Contes de Parfums's Bilbao carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a mixed bag, divisive for sure. Some find it a quirky, unique coffee-oud combo that's more than the sum of its parts, while others are left scratching their heads, comparing it to cheap hooch or finding it flat and disappointing. You'll either love it or wonder what the fuss is about.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Mysterious
  • Gourmand
  • Cozy
  • Soft
  • Sweet
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Bilbao Eau de Parfum bottle

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 Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its warm, deep, and woody profile with good performance, it leans towards evening wear and cooler climates. While not offensive for some office settings, its unique character might be a bit much for daily professional use, making it ideal for dates or more formal evening events.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender

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

Bilbao opens with a brisk, peppery lavender and bright bergamot, leading into a rich heart of earthy patchouli and a dark, almost cacao-like coffee. A dry, woody oak note underpins this blend before it settles into a robust base of smoky incense, deep oud, and a warm, musky embrace from ambrettolide and ambrox super, rounded off with sweet tonka bean.

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Where to buy

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