Новая Заря (The New Dawn) 2011 Parfum

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Defile Violet

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Новая Заря (The New Dawn) Defile Violet is a Parfum launched in 2011. Defile Violet opens with Lemon and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Hazelnut and Fig, and dries down to a base of Musk and Patchouli. Новая Заря (The New Dawn)'s Defile Violet carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This one's a bit of an enigma. Defile Violet is clearly divisive, pulling off an unusual citrus-fig-nut combo that some find uniquely charming and others just don't get. It's quirky, it's different, and you'll either love it or leave it.
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Mandarin51%
Lemon49%
Heartas listed
Fig50%
Hazelnut50%
Baseas listed
Musk52%
Patchouli48%

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
Also Works:
Summer Fall Winter

A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

With moderate longevity and sillage, Defile Violet is versatile enough for casual day wear and could work in an office setting without being overpowering. Its unique, slightly unusual character makes it less suited for formal events but interesting enough for a relaxed date.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Defile Violet opens with a zesty burst of lemon and mandarin, bright and immediately attention-grabbing. This quickly softens into an intriguing heart where creamy hazelnut meets the distinctive, slightly sweet greenness of fig. It's an unexpected pairing that gives the scent a milky, almost metallic edge. The base settles into a comforting warmth of clean musk and earthy patchouli, providing a grounded finish to its whimsical journey.

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