Prada 2026 EDP

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Prada Paradoxe Sweet Chemistry

by Antoine Maisondieu , Shyamala Maisondieu , Nadège Le Garlantezec

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Prada Prada Paradoxe Sweet Chemistry is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2026, created by Antoine Maisondieu, Shyamala Maisondieu, and Nadège Le Garlantezec. Prada Paradoxe Sweet Chemistry opens with Orange Blossom and Blackcurrant, and settles into a heart of Neroli and Vanilla. Prada's Prada Paradoxe Sweet Chemistry carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

This Prada Paradoxe flanker is a divisive one - you'll either adore its syrupy sweetness or find it an overwhelming, headache-inducing mess. It's a bold, fruity twist on the original DNA, but be warned: "Sweet Chemistry" delivers exactly what it promises.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Sweet
  • Playful
  • Modern
  • Gourmand
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Prada Paradoxe Sweet Chemistry 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
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 Casual

Its long-lasting nature and moderate sillage, combined with a strong, syrupy sweetness, make it potentially too much for an office environment. However, its playful and modern character makes it well-suited for dates and casual outings, though the sweetness might be overwhelming in warmer climates.

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

  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • 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

Sweet Chemistry opens with a rich, dark burst of blackcurrant syrup, immediately setting a more gourmand tone than its predecessors. This juicy fruitiness soon mingles with the bright, almost honeyed warmth of orange blossom and neroli, creating a creamy, floral heart. As it settles, a soft, fluffy vanilla emerges, rounding out the edges and adding a plush, marshmallow-like sweetness that lingers on the skin.

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Where to buy

Prices for the United States ·

Import charges may apply

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0.3 fl oz (8 ml) 1 offer
The Fragrance Shop $97.74/fl oz (£20.00)- ≈$26(£20.00) Buy →
1.0 fl oz (30 ml) 1 offer
The Fragrance Shop $93.83/fl oz (£72.00)- ≈$95(£72.00) Buy →
1.7 fl oz (50 ml) 1 offer
The Fragrance Shop $82.10/fl oz (£105.00)- ≈$139(£105.00) Buy →
3.0 fl oz (90 ml) 2 offers
Escentual $62.99/fl oz (£145.00)- ≈$192(£145.00) Buy → The Fragrance Shop $62.99/fl oz (£145.00)- ≈$192(£145.00) Buy →

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