Reine de Saba 2022 Parfum

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Aksoum

by Dominique Ropion

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Reine de Saba Aksoum is a Parfum launched in 2022, created by Dominique Ropion. Aksoum opens with Bergamot, Petitgrain, and Neroli, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Jasmine, and Tuberose, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, and Patchouli. Reine de Saba's Aksoum carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This is a clean, creamy white floral that's been tamed into a sophisticated whisper. It's not loud, but it's exceptionally long-lasting, smelling like luxury soap and fresh linens. A solid choice for those who love understated elegance.
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  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
  • Subtle
  • Relaxed
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Aksoum 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
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 Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate sillage and clean, inoffensive profile make it excellent for office and casual wear. While elegant enough for formal settings, its relaxed nature might be less suited for very high-impact events, though it's still a lovely choice for a date. It's too refined 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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • 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
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Aksoum opens with a bright, clean burst of bergamot and petitgrain, immediately setting a fresh and airy tone. The heart unfurls with a delicate bouquet of white florals - a harmonious blend of jasmine, orange blossom, and a surprisingly demure tuberose, avoiding any cloying sweetness. This creamy floral core gently settles into a comforting base of soft musk, warm sandalwood, and a subtle patchouli, creating a lasting impression of sophisticated cleanliness.

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