Ramon Monegal 2014 EDP

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Hand in Hand

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Ramon Monegal Hand in Hand is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014. Hand in Hand opens with Ylang-Ylang, Cardamom, and Coriander, and settles into a heart of Rose, Geranium, and Galbanum. Ramon Monegal's Hand in Hand carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one is a real love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect an initial chemical assault that divides opinion, but if you push through, you might just find a complex, long-lasting rose-oud that's both monstrously loud and surprisingly wearable.
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  • Bold
  • Edgy
  • Mysterious
  • Confident
  • Luxurious
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Hand in Hand 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its monstrous projection and impressive longevity make it unsuitable for office wear, but perfect for dates or formal events where you want to make a statement. The strong, somewhat challenging opening also pushes it away from casual, everyday use.

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

  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • 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

It kicks off with an intense, almost astringent blast of ylang-ylang and spicy cardamom, quickly joined by a sharp coriander note. As the initial shock subsides, a beautiful rose emerges, softened by green geranium and galbanum, settling into a rich, woody dry-down with hints of authentic oud and a subtle leather. The journey from abrasive opening to intriguing depth is quite a ride.

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