Prada 2018 EDP

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Mirages Moonlight Shadow

by Daniela Andrier

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Prada Mirages Moonlight Shadow is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Daniela Andrier. Mirages Moonlight Shadow opens with Cumin, Fig, and Peach, settles into a heart of Chocolate and Leather, and dries down to a base of Cedar and Sandalwood. Prada's Mirages Moonlight Shadow carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

Divisive yet undeniably luxurious, Moonlight Shadow is a dark, intriguing beast. Some find it a refined, sexy leather-gourmand, others a challenging 'ashtray' scent with an animalic edge. Test it first - you'll either love or loathe its shadowy complexity.
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  • Mysterious
  • Bold
  • Luxurious
  • Edgy
  • Sensual
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Mirages Moonlight Shadow Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Fig46%
Cumin29%
Peach26%
Heartas listed
Leather56%
Chocolate44%
Baseas listed
Cedar54%
Sandalwood46%

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 autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

With its long-lasting performance and strong sillage, this isn't an office-friendly scent. However, its bold, luxurious leather and gourmand notes make it perfect for date nights and formal evening wear, though it's a bit too heavy for casual daytime use.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Moonlight Shadow opens with a curiously compelling blend of sweet peach and fig, instantly met by the unusual, savoury warmth of cumin. This unconventional fruit and spice introduction quickly gives way to a heart of rich, almost edible chocolate, which then merges seamlessly with a deep, luxurious leather. The scent settles into a sophisticated base of dry cedar and creamy sandalwood, lingering on the skin with an enigmatic, smoky woodiness.

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