Prada 2018 EDP

U ££££ Acquired

Mirages Desert Serenade

by Daniela Andrier

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Prada Mirages Desert Serenade is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Daniela Andrier. Mirages Desert Serenade opens with Saffron and Cumin, settles into a heart of Leather and Honey, and dries down to a base of Musk and Cypress. Prada's Mirages Desert Serenade carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This is a seriously polarising scent, a love-it-or-hate-it honeyed leather beast. If you're after a dark, mature fragrance that stands out, this might be your unconventional masterpiece. Definitely not a blind buy.
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  • Warm
  • Mysterious
  • Edgy
  • Confident
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Mirages Desert Serenade Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Cumin50%
Saffron50%
Heartas listed
Honey56%
Leather44%
Baseas listed
Cypress51%
Musk49%

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its long-lasting nature and moderate sillage, combined with its dark, mature character, make it less suitable for office or casual wear. It truly shines in evening settings, perfect for a memorable date or a formal event where you want to make a statement.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Desert Serenade opens with an intriguing kick of cumin and saffron, quickly joined by a bold, often dominant honey note. This sweetness is soon balanced by a rich, dark leather accord, sometimes veering metallic but always substantial. As it dries, a woody cypress note grounds the composition, with a hint of musk providing depth and warmth, creating a complex, evolving aroma that keeps you guessing.

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