Swiss Arabian 2023 EDP

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SPIRIT OF VALENCIA

by Hamid Merati-Kashani

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Swiss Arabian SPIRIT OF VALENCIA is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023, created by Hamid Merati-Kashani. SPIRIT OF VALENCIA opens with Bergamot, Lemon, and Apple, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Peony, and Gardenia, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, and Sandalwood. Swiss Arabian's SPIRIT OF VALENCIA carries an Acquired verdict, a green-led wear.

This one's a divisive beast, not for the faint of heart. Expect a bold, high-performance floral-fruity scent that some will adore and others will find headache-inducing. It's truly a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with no middle ground.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Fresh
  • Feminine
  • Clean
  • Confident
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SPIRIT OF VALENCIA 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
Also Works:
Summer

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong sillage and 'eternal' longevity, this isn't one for the office, where it could easily overwhelm. It's much better suited for casual outings or dates where its vibrant and unique character can shine, but its powerful floral sweetness might feel a bit much for formal events.

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

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • 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

Spirit of Valencia opens with a vibrant, zesty burst of lemon and bergamot, softened immediately by a crisp, juicy apple. The heart blooms into a rich bouquet of gardenia, jasmine, and peony, underpinned by the classic elegance of rose. As it settles, a warm base of amber and sandalwood emerges, cushioned by a soft, lingering musk. The overall effect is a powerful, fresh floral with a sweet, almost boozy undertone.

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