Maison Alhambra 2022 Edp

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Opera Noir

Maison Alhambra Opera Noir is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022. Opera Noir opens with Pear and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Coffee and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Patchouli, Cedar, and Vanilla. Maison Alhambra's Opera Noir carries a Favourite verdict, a vanilla-led wear.

This Black Opium dupe kicks off with a fruity, metallic tang that divides opinion, but give it time to dry down. For many, a patient wait reveals a genuinely seductive, coffee-vanilla blend that punches well above its price point. It's a bit of a lottery, as some find it short-lived.
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Romantic
  • Sophisticated
  • Mysterious
Opera Noir Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Character

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0%
Floral 21%
Fruity 15%
Green 5%
Sweet 33%
Warm 18%
Woody 11%
Earthy 16%
Animalic 3%
Fresh 10%
Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Vanilla
100%
Coffee
95%
Sweet
73%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

The alluring vanilla, coffee, and white floral accords make it ideal for dates and evening events. While some find it suitable for work, its seductive nature and mixed performance reviews mean it's not a go-to office scent. It's too rich for sport, but can work casually if applied lightly.

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About

Opera Noir opens with a burst of sweet pear and a surprising, almost metallic hit of pink pepper. This sharp, fruity introduction quickly mellows, giving way to a heart of rich coffee and delicate white jasmine, creating a sophisticated and warm core. As it settles, a creamy vanilla takes centre stage, underscored by earthy patchouli and dry cedar for a smooth, inviting finish.