Rituals 2016 EDP

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Maharaja d'Or

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Rituals Maharaja d'Or is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016. Rituals's Maharaja d'Or carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one is a bit of a chameleon, divisive yet somehow a crowd-pleaser. Some call it unique, others generic; some say it's weak, others claim it lasts for ages. Expect a modern, versatile, woody-spicy scent that punches above its weight for the price.
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  • Modern
  • Confident
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Clean
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Maharaja d'Or 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
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 Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate longevity and sillage, combined with its versatile woody-spicy profile, make it suitable for various settings. While many find it great for dates, some feel it's a bit too 'clean' or 'generic' for truly formal events, and the warmth could be too much for sport.

About

Maharaja d'Or opens with a fresh, slightly sweet embrace, soon evolving into a complex heart where the crisp, resinous scent of pine blends with the warm, aromatic spice of cardamom. As it settles, a sophisticated earthy patchouli emerges, lending a dark, sensual depth that lingers, creating a clean yet inviting aroma that's more elegant than its humble note list suggests.

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