Lattafa 2018 EDP

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Lail Maleki

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Lattafa Lail Maleki is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018. Lail Maleki opens with Citrus, Spicy Notes, and Fruity Notes, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Gardenia, Orchid, and Honey, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, and Caramel. Lattafa's Lail Maleki carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Prepare for a proper debate; Lail Maleki is about as divisive as they come. Some find it a glorious, potent floral-sweet powerhouse, others a screechy, synthetic nightmare reminiscent of cleaning products or a 'nursing home'. Love it or hate it, subtlety isn't its strong suit.
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  • Bold
  • Classic
  • Warm
  • Feminine
  • Clean
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Lail Maleki Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Fruity Notes43%
Spicy Notes30%
Citrus28%
Heartas listed
Honey28%
Jasmine28%
Gardenia24%
Orchid19%
Baseas listed
Musk30%
Amber27%
Caramel23%
Sandalwood20%

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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Also Works:
Date Formal

Its potent projection and intense floral-sweet profile make it overwhelming for office wear. It's better suited for evenings or cooler weather, where its bold character can shine without suffocating those nearby. The 'old school' vibe might not appeal to everyone for a date but works well in formal settings due to its prominent sillage.

Ingredients and allergens

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

About

Lail Maleki opens with a blast of bright citrus and a medley of undefined fruits, underpinned by a warm, almost boozy spice. Soon, a rich, heady bouquet of white florals takes centre stage, dominated by jasmine, orchid, and gardenia, sweetened generously with honey. The dry-down settles into a creamy, musky amber base, laced with a delicate caramel sweetness and soft sandalwood.

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