Giorgio Armani 2008 EDP

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Onde Vertige

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Giorgio Armani Onde Vertige is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2008. Onde Vertige opens with Jasmine and Frangipani, settles into a heart of Licorice, and dries down to a base of Patchouli and Incense. Giorgio Armani's Onde Vertige carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This Onde, like the rest of the trio, is a bit of a missed opportunity. Beautiful bottle, but it's a divisive scent that struggles to impress with its fleeting performance and often generic floral character. Some found it elegant, but many were left wanting.
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  • Elegant
  • Sensual
  • Mysterious
  • Relaxed
  • Bold
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Onde Vertige Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Jasmine50%
Frangipani50%
Heartas listed
Licorice100%
Baseas listed
Incense51%
Patchouli49%

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 Winter

Brand and retailer listings place this in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Office Casual Formal

Its light sillage and poor longevity make it suitable for office wear, as it won't overwhelm. The elegant floral and balmy accords also lend themselves well to evening dates or formal settings, though its lack of projection is a drawback.

Ingredients and allergens

We don't have this fragrance's ingredient list yet.

About

Opening with a heady wave of jasmine and frangipani, Onde Vertige promises a tropical white floral fantasy. A curious liquorice note weaves through, adding an unexpected, soft spice to the heart. This eventually settles into a smoky, earthy base of incense and patchouli, which gives it a mysterious depth that’s unfortunately often lost to its poor longevity.

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