Fragrance World 2021 EDP

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Imperium

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Fragrance World Imperium is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021. Imperium opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Grapefruit, and Lime, settles into a heart of Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha, Cedar, Vetiver, and Rose, and dries down to a base of Leather, Vanilla, Labdanum, and Benzoin. Fragrance World's Imperium carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

This is a fresh, bright, and clean citrus aromatic that's a crowd-pleaser, delivering great value for money. Performance is an issue for many, so be prepared to respray, but the scent itself is widely adored.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Uplifting
  • Modern
  • Cozy
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Imperium Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Elysium Pour Homme Cologne by Roja Parfums
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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 Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, clean, and inoffensive profile makes it perfect for casual and office wear, especially given its lighter projection. While versatile for dates, its limited longevity might require reapplication for longer events, and it's a bit too sporty for truly formal settings.

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 Geranial from Lemon
  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Imperium kicks off with a vibrant splash of grapefruit and bergamot, zesty and uplifting, underpinned by a herbaceous thrum of thyme and galbanum. As it settles, a clean, woody heart emerges with hints of green apple and a subtle floral whisper. The base offers a soft landing with creamy vanilla and a hint of leathery amber, giving it a touch of sophisticated warmth without losing its freshness.

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