Phlur 2016 EDP

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Hanami

by Nathalie Benareau

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Phlur Hanami is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Nathalie Benareau. Phlur's Hanami carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is a creamy, woody sandalwood that divides opinion sharply. Some find it a soft, comforting masterpiece, others a screeching, pickle-tinged scrubber. If you can get your hands on the original, it's a unique scent that's sadly discontinued.
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  • Subtle
  • Clean
  • Cozy
  • Relaxed
  • Modern
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Hanami Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Allas listed
Sandalwood100%

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 Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its moderate longevity and sillage make it suitable for casual day wear, leaning towards a 'you smell good' rather than 'your perfume smells good' vibe. The creamy, comforting nature works well for relaxed settings but might be too subtle for formal events or too cloying for 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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

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

Hanami opens with a surprising bright citrus, quickly giving way to a creamy, soft sandalwood heart. Hints of fig and hazelnut add a subtle, almost edible sweetness, while vetiver provides an earthy anchor, preventing it from becoming overly gourmand. It finishes with a clean, powdery, musky base that lingers close to the skin.

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