Floraïku 2018 EDP

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I Am Not a Flower

by Aliénor Massenet

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Floraïku I Am Not a Flower is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Aliénor Massenet. I Am Not a Flower opens with Ginger, settles into a heart of Amber and Sandalwood, and dries down to a base of Oud. Floraïku's I Am Not a Flower carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

This Floraïku creation is a luxurious conundrum. Some hail it as a stunning, minimalist dream with surprising longevity; others dismiss it as an overpriced, underperforming 'any oud'. Expect a refined, clean oud experience if you're willing to overlook the divisive price tag.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Subtle
  • Warm
  • Clean
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I Am Not a Flower Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Ginger100%
Heartas listed
Amber50%
Sandalwood50%
Baseas listed
Oud100%

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its sophisticated, clean oud and amber profile, combined with generally moderate projection, makes it ideal for formal settings and the office. While some find its performance strong, the consensus on its subtle nature also lends itself well to intimate dates.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

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

Opens with a delicate, almost bitter ginger kick, quickly settling into a sophisticated interplay of clean, soft oud and warm, inviting amber. The sandalwood adds a creamy, woody depth that rounds out this elegant, smooth composition. It's a subtle yet persistent scent that feels plush and refined from start to finish.

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