Floris London 2009 EDP
Madonna of the Almonds
Floris London Madonna of the Almonds is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2009, created by Shelagh Foyle. Madonna of the Almonds opens with Bergamot and Lemon, settles into a heart of Almond Blossom, Spicy Notes, Fruity Notes, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, and Incense. Floris London's Madonna of the Almonds carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.
This one is a divisive brew. Some find Madonna of the Almonds a beautifully nuanced, sophisticated almond gourmand; others reckon it's a muddled, dated mess. You truly won't know until you spray it on your skin. Tread carefully with a full bottle blind buy.What our verdicts mean →
- Sophisticated
- Warm
- Elegant
- Cozy
- Romantic
Scent Profile
Composition
Timeline
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
Mood
When To Wear
Best Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Best Occasions
With its moderate sillage and longevity, it's suitable for various settings, though perhaps a bit too cosy for a high-intensity office environment. The sweet, warm almond and fruity accords make it a lovely choice for dates or more intimate casual wear, while its underlying sophistication works for formal 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
- Citral
Other declarable allergens
- Bergamot
- Bitter almond
- Sandalwood
- Synthetic musk
- Vanillin
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
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