Maison Alhambra 2022 EDP

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Opera Noir

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Maison Alhambra Opera Noir is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022. Opera Noir opens with Pink Pepper and Pear, settles into a heart of Jasmine and Coffee, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Maison Alhambra's Opera Noir carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-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.
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  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Romantic
  • Sophisticated
  • Mysterious
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Opera Noir Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent
83%
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Black Opium the original Opera Noir inspired by

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Pink Pepper61%
Pear39%
Heartas listed
Coffee66%
Jasmine34%
Baseas listed
Vanilla56%
Patchouli25%
Cedar19%

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:
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.

Ingredients and allergens

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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.

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