French Avenue 2023 EDP

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Enigma Une

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French Avenue Enigma Une is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023. Enigma Une opens with Grapefruit, Cardamom, Cinnamon, and Nutmeg, settles into a heart of Lavender, Vanilla, and Coumarin, and dries down to a base of Amber, Vetiver, Patchouli, and Licorice. French Avenue's Enigma Une carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This one's a mixed bag, to put it mildly. Some reckon it's a solid, spicy Sauvage Elixir alternative for a fraction of the price, while others find it a weak, sour, licorice-heavy disappointment that quickly vanishes. Proceed with caution and don't expect beast mode.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Spicy
  • Modern
  • Warm
  • Edgy
$19.95 at FragranceShop.com 3.4 fl oz (100 ml) · plus sales tax Check price on → Check prices ↓
Enigma Une Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Sauvage Elixir by Dior
82%
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Sauvage Elixir the original Enigma Une inspired by

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its bold, spicy character, even at moderate performance, might be too much for a confined office setting. It's better suited for cooler evenings or those special occasions where a distinctive, warm presence is desired, though the mixed reviews on performance mean it won't overwhelm a date. It's not a crowd-pleaser for casual day wear due to its strong character, and definitely not for sport.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT, PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), WATER (AQUA), AMYL CINNAMAL, BENZYL ALCOHOL, BENZYL BENZOATE, CINNAMAL, CITRAL, CITRONELLOL, COUMARIN, EUGENOL, FARNESOL, GERANIOL, ISOEUGENOL, LIMONENE, LINALOOL, EVERNIA FURFURACEA (TREEMOSS EXTRACT).

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Opens with a potent, almost aggressive burst of sharp nutmeg, cardamom, cinnamon, and a zesty grapefruit - a proper spicy kick. The heart introduces a smoother, aromatic lavender note, sweetened by coumarin and vanilla, providing some balance. The drydown gets darker and more complex, with a prominent, divisive licorice, earthy patchouli, and vetiver, all underpinned by a warm amber. It's a journey from sharp spice to a woody, aromatic sweetness.

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Where to buy

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