Guerlain 2022 Edp

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Aqua Allegoria Forte Mandarine Basilic

by Delphine Jelk

Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Mandarine Basilic is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022, created by Delphine Jelk. The fragrance opens with Basil, Redcurrant Leaf, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Rose, Orange Blossom, Honey, and Anise, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood and Vanilla.

Our verdict on Aqua Allegoria Forte Mandarine Basilic: Favourite

This one's a sparkling mandarin delight, praised for its juicy, realistic citrus and surprisingly solid longevity for a freshie. While some find the basil a fleeting whisper, and others a bit too sweet, it's largely a crowd-pleaser for warm weather optimism.
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  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Relaxed
  • Warm
  • Uplifting
Aqua Allegoria Forte Mandarine Basilic Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 14%
Floral 17%
Fruity 5%
Green 16%
Sweet 39%
Warm 12%
Woody 13%
Earthy 1%
Animalic 3%
Fresh 13%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Citrus
100%
Green
59%
Aromatic
59%
Fresh Spicy
59%
Sweet
59%

Notes

Top Notes

Mandarin 44% Basil 32% Redcurrant Leaf 24%

Heart Notes

Orange Blossom 29% Honey 28% Rose 22% Anise 21%

Base Notes

Vanilla 53% Sandalwood 47%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, optimistic citrus and green notes make it ideal for casual wear, office settings (where it's unlikely to offend), and sport. While generally not formal due to its bright nature, its underlying warmth makes it a pleasant, non-intrusive choice for dates.

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About

Opening with a zesty, photorealistic burst of mandarin and subtle green basil, this fragrance is pure sunshine in a bottle. As it settles, a sweet, soft heart of orange blossom and honey emerges, eventually drying down to a comforting, warm base of vanilla and mellow sandalwood. It's a bright, cheerful scent with a deliciously sweet, slightly aromatic depth.

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