Etro 1989 EDT

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Sandalo

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Etro Sandalo is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1989. Sandalo opens with Lemon, Bitter Orange, and Rose, settles into a heart of Sandalwood and Geranium, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Patchouli, and Cypress. Etro's Sandalo carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is a sandalwood lover's sandalwood, a true classic for a reason. It's divisive only in its intensity, with some finding it a gentle comfort and others a potent, almost animalic force.
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Sandalo Eau de Toilette 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:
Fall
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

With moderate longevity and sillage, Sandalo is versatile enough for most settings. Its refined, woody character and consensus as a comforting scent make it suitable for casual wear and even date nights, though its intensity might be a bit much for a formal event or sports.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Etro Sandalo opens with a surprisingly zesty, almost bitter citrus burst from lemon and orange, quickly softened by a delicate rose. This bright start smoothly transitions into the heart, where a rich, buttery, and profoundly woody sandalwood takes centre stage, underscored by a whisper of geranium. The drydown unveils a warm, musky base with earthy patchouli and a touch of cypress, rounded out by a subtle hint of vanilla, leaving a lasting impression of elegant, natural wood.

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