Parfums MDCI 2006 EDP

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Enlevement au Serail

by Francis Kurkdjian

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Parfums MDCI Enlevement au Serail is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2006, created by Francis Kurkdjian. Enlevement au Serail opens with Bergamot, Mandarin, and Ylang-Ylang, settles into a heart of Wallflower, Rose, Jasmine, and Tuberose, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Vetiver, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Parfums MDCI's Enlevement au Serail carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

This MDCI creation from Kurkdjian is a luxurious, dense floral that divides opinion. Some find it a timeless, elegant beauty with vintage charm, while others call it dated and heavy. Expect a rich, complex scent that leans more classic than contemporary.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Elegant
  • Luxurious
  • Sensual
  • Classic
  • Sophisticated
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Enlevement au Serail 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong sillage and dense floral-oriental profile make it less suitable for the office, potentially overpowering. It excels in date and formal settings due to its elegance and romantic character, while being a bit too opulent for everyday casual wear or sport.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

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

Enlevement au Serail opens with a bright, yet creamy blend of bergamot, mandarin, and rich ylang-ylang, giving it an initial solar warmth. As it evolves, a lavish bouquet of jasmine, tuberose, and rose takes centre stage, lending a heady, almost narcotic floral heart. The base settles into a sophisticated drydown of smooth sandalwood, earthy patchouli, and a touch of sweet vanilla, creating a sensual, lasting impression that evokes classic perfumery with modern refinement.

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