Laurent Mazzone Parfums 2012 Extrait

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Sensual Orchid

by Jérôme Epinette

Laurent Mazzone Parfums Sensual Orchid is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Jérôme Epinette. Sensual Orchid opens with Mandarin, Almond, and Neroli, settles into a heart of Heliotrope, Jasmine, Orchid, and Peony, and dries down to a base of Vanilla, Labdanum, Woody, and Musk. Laurent Mazzone Parfums's Sensual Orchid carries an Acquired verdict, a vanilla-led wear.

This is a truly divisive scent; some call it a 'masterpiece' of luxurious, creamy florals and vanilla, while others are entirely underwhelmed, finding it generic or too sweet. It's either your dream gourmand floral or a 'pretentious fabric softener'.
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Romantic
  • Luxurious
  • Sweet
Sensual Orchid Extrait bottle

Profile

Character

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 13%
Floral 29%
Fruity 4%
Green 2%
Sweet 39%
Warm 9%
Woody 10%
Earthy 6%
Animalic 8%
Fresh 9%
Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Vanilla
100%
Floral
98%
Powdery
86%
Sweet
83%
Almond
80%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and intense sweetness make it less suitable for the office or sport. However, its 'sensual' and 'luxurious' character, frequently described as a 'date night' or 'wedding perfume', makes it ideal for romantic evenings and formal events.

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About

Sensual Orchid opens with a bright, subtly bitter almond mixed with a hint of citrus from mandarin and neroli, quickly ushering in a lush floral heart. Orchid, jasmine, peony, ylang-ylang, and heliotrope create a rich, sweet bouquet, which then settles into a creamy, warm base of vanilla and benzoin, rounded out by soft musk and a touch of cedar. The overall effect is a sweet, almost gourmand floral.