Oriflame 2008 EDT

F ££ Acquired

After Hours

by Bernard Ellena

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Oriflame After Hours is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2008, created by Bernard Ellena. After Hours opens with Fruity Notes, Blackcurrant, and Cranberry, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Violet, and Peony, and dries down to a base of Musk, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Oriflame's After Hours carries an Acquired verdict, a fruity-led wear.

Divisive, to say the least. While some found this a sophisticated and seductive floral fruity, others couldn't get past an 'old lady' vibe or its patchy performance. You'll either love its dark romanticism or be utterly bewildered.
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  • Sensual
  • Romantic
  • Mysterious
  • Elegant
  • Classic
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After Hours Eau de Toilette 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate sillage and 'special occasions' vibe make it less suitable for the office and more for intimate dates or formal events. The rich, deep notes lean away from casual daytime wear.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

After Hours kicks off with a burst of dark, juicy fruits - blackcurrant and cranberry leading the charge. This gives way to a velvety floral heart where jasmine, violet, and peony intertwine, adding a touch of classic elegance. The dry-down settles into a sensual base of warm vanilla, earthy patchouli, and soft musk, leaving a lingering, intimate trail perfect for evening intrigue.

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