Mancera 2015 Edp

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Aoud Blue Notes

by Pierre Montale

Mancera Aoud Blue Notes is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Pierre Montale. The fragrance opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin, and Green, settles into a heart of Orris, Rose, Violet, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Leather, Sandalwood, Guaiac Wood, and Amber.

Our verdict on Aoud Blue Notes: Acquired

This one's a proper divisive chameleon - some call it sophisticated and unique, others a bland, generic mess. If you're after a loud Mancera, look elsewhere; this is a more subtle, powdery-fresh floral with a fruity sweetness that splits opinions.
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Modern
  • Subtle
  • Fresh
Aoud Blue Notes Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 16%
Floral 23%
Fruity 11%
Green 8%
Sweet 21%
Warm 8%
Woody 17%
Earthy 14%
Animalic 8%
Fresh 13%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate projection and clean, fresh-powdery profile make it highly suitable for office wear and casual outings. While some find it appropriate for dates due to its subtle sweetness, it's generally too playful for formal events. The fresh elements allow for sport or warm weather use, despite the woody and leather base.

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About

It kicks off with a bright, zesty burst of bergamot, lemon, and mandarin, quickly entwining with abstract green and fruity notes. The heart blossoms into a powdery soft floral bouquet of iris, rose, and violet, sweetened by ylang-ylang. It settles into a creamy, smooth base of sandalwood, guaiac wood, amber, and a non-animalic leather, underscored by a hint of vanilla.