Tauer Perfumes 2013 Edp

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PHI Une Rose de Kandahar

by Andy Tauer

Tauer Perfumes PHI Une Rose de Kandahar is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Andy Tauer. The fragrance opens with Bergamot, Almond, Apricot, and Cinnamon, settles into a heart of Tobacco, Rose, and Geranium, and dries down to a base of Vanilla, Vetiver, Patchouli, and Musk.

Our verdict on PHI Une Rose de Kandahar: Acquired

This one's a masterpiece, but she's not for everyone. PHI Une Rose de Kandahar is a polarising, complex rose, adored by many for its unique, warm, and sophisticated take on the classic floral, yet some find it too powdery, spicy or even reminiscent of baby products. Definitely try before you buy to see if it suits your skin.
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Sensual
  • Mysterious
PHI Une Rose de Kandahar Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 7%
Floral 21%
Fruity 8%
Green 4%
Sweet 33%
Warm 17%
Woody 9%
Earthy 13%
Animalic 10%
Fresh 8%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its depth and complexity, combined with good longevity and moderate sillage, make it suitable for dates and formal events. While sophisticated, it might be a bit too rich for an everyday office setting, and certainly not for sport.

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About

PHI Une Rose de Kandahar opens with a jammy, sweet burst of apricot and bitter almond, spiced with a hint of cinnamon and a subtle shimmer of bergamot. The heart reveals a rich, dark rose, intertwined with geranium and a dry, aromatic tobacco leaf. As it settles, a warm, creamy base of vanilla, tonka bean, and musk emerges, grounded by earthy vetiver, patchouli, and a whisper of salty ambergris, leaving a complex, soft, and slightly powdery trail.