Maria Candida Gentile 2015 EDP

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Elephant & Roses

by Maria Candida Gentile

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Maria Candida Gentile Elephant & Roses is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Maria Candida Gentile. Elephant & Roses opens with Cistus Incanus, Osmanthus, and Thyme, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, and Ambergris, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood and Vetiver. Maria Candida Gentile's Elephant & Roses carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is a peculiar, intimate scent that divides opinions. It's either an unusual masterpiece of a 'barnyard rose' or a fleeting, barely-there whisper that disappoints. Definitely try before you buy.
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Elephant & Roses Eau de Parfum 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Given its intimate sillage and moderate longevity, this is best suited for close-quarters and casual settings where it won't overwhelm. The unique, gentle rose and herbal notes make it suitable for daily wear, even in an office environment.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Elephant & Roses opens with a distinctly aromatic and slightly salty embrace, where thyme and cistus in the top notes create an immediate herbaceous intrigue. As it settles, a natural, almost boozy rose emerges, intertwined with a subtle, clean jasmine. The base is an interesting blend of creamy sandalwood and earthy vetiver, softened by a gentle, clean ambergris that hints at something animalic without being overtly so. It evokes a natural, slightly wild character.

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