Contes de Parfums 2023 EDP

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Salalah

by Julien Rasquinet

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Contes de Parfums Salalah is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023, created by Julien Rasquinet. Salalah opens with Rose and Plum, settles into a heart of Patchouli, and dries down to a base of Balsam, Oud, and Labdanum. Contes de Parfums's Salalah carries a Statement verdict, a fruity-led wear.

A truly gorgeous, luxurious rose-oud with a distinct fruity twist. While some might find the performance lacking, those who appreciate understated elegance will find this a total winner for evening wear.
  • Sophisticated
  • Luxurious
  • Warm
  • Elegant
  • Romantic
Salalah Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Fruity
100%
Oud
100%
Woody
98%
Sweet
68%
Amber
65%
Patchouli
65%

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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

With its rich oud and fruity-resin complexity, Salalah shines in formal and date settings, creating a luxurious aura. Its moderate to subdued sillage after the initial blast makes it unsuitable for casual wear and definitely not for sport. While not ideal for the office, a light hand could make it work.

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About

Salalah opens with a rich, jammy plum and delicate rose. As it settles, a clean, balanced oud emerges, wrapped in the earthy warmth of patchouli and the sweet, resinous embrace of labdanum and balsam. It's an oriental blend that feels both timeless and deeply sophisticated.