Loewe 1991 EDT

F ££ Acquired

Gala

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Loewe Gala is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1991. Gala opens with Green Notes, Bergamot, Lemon, and Aldehydes, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang, and Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Amber, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Loewe's Gala carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

A truly opulent, animalic floral with serious vintage glamour. It's a statement scent for those who dare to be different, but be warned, it's not for the faint of heart and certainly not a 'clean' perfume.
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Gala Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its long-lasting nature and moderate sillage, combined with its strong, opulent character, make it unsuitable for office or casual wear. This is a showstopper for evenings out, special events, and intimate dates, where its animalic warmth can truly shine.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Gala unfurls with a bold, almost 'dirty' soapiness from the aldehydes, quickly embracing a rich heart of jasmine, ylang-ylang, and spicy carnation. This intoxicating floral blend is underpinned by a deeply sensual and warm base where animalic civet and castoreum intertwine with resinous labdanum, earthy patchouli, and creamy vanilla, creating an almost leathery, musky depth that lingers beautifully.

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