Maison Alhambra 2022 Edp

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The Myth

Maison Alhambra The Myth is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022. The fragrance opens with Rose, settles into a heart of Musk, and dries down to a base of Woody.

Our verdict on The Myth: Favourite

Divisive, to say the least. Some reckon it's a stellar value dupe of a luxury rose-wood composition; others say it's screechy, cheap, and smells like chemicals. Tread carefully, sample first, and expect a gothic, dry rose if you proceed.
  • Classic
  • Elegant
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
The Myth Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 2%
Floral 32%
Fruity 0%
Green 2%
Sweet 13%
Warm 2%
Woody 30%
Earthy 8%
Animalic 27%
Fresh 8%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Musky
100%
Rose
96%
Woody
93%
Powdery
65%
Floral
50%

Notes

Top Notes

Heart Notes

Base Notes

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Fall Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its moderate sillage and enduring longevity make it versatile, but the dry, intense rose and woody profile lean away from casual or sporty settings. It’s well-suited for more formal occasions or intimate dates where its unique character can be appreciated without being overpowering.

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About

It kicks off with a dry, slightly melancholy rose, far from a dewy garden bloom. This quickly deepens into a clean, almost laundry-like white musk, which then settles alongside a pronounced, sometimes almost pencil shaving-esque woody base. There's a persistent dusty, potpourri-like quality throughout, with hints of incense and a peppery spice emerging on some skin, creating a sophisticated, vintage-leaning aura.