Thomas De Monaco Parfums 2020 EDP

U ££££ Acquired

Raw Gold

by Fredrik Dalman

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Thomas De Monaco Parfums Raw Gold is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Fredrik Dalman. Raw Gold opens with Liquor, Vetiver, Pepper, and Coffee, settles into a heart of Suede, Leather, and Lipstick, and dries down to a base of Patchouli, Saffron, Tonka Bean, and Civet. Thomas De Monaco Parfums's Raw Gold carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

Raw Gold is a boozy, smoky, lipstick-laden journey that divides opinion. Some find it a masterpiece of sophisticated indulgence; others are put off by its distinctive, almost vintage cosmetic vibe. Definitely one to try before you buy, it's not a crowd-pleaser for everyone.
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  • Luxurious
  • Sophisticated
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Mysterious
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Raw Gold 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:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its long-lasting nature and moderate-to-strong sillage, coupled with its rich, boozy, and animalic notes, make it too potent for office wear. It truly shines in evening settings, especially for dates or formal events where its opulent character can be appreciated without overwhelming.

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

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

Imagine stepping into a dimly lit speakeasy, the air thick with the scent of aged liquor, rich coffee, and dark plum. Raw Gold opens with this boozy, peppery hit before settling into a sumptuous heart of suede, soft leather, and a distinct, powdery lipstick accord. The dry down is a warm embrace of patchouli, saffron, and sweet tonka, with a subtle animalic purr from civet and opoponax that adds a mysterious depth.

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