Trussardi 2018 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Scent of Gold

by Aliénor Massenet

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Trussardi Scent of Gold is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Aliénor Massenet. Scent of Gold opens with Bergamot, Cinnamon, and Prunol, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Violet, and Tobacco, and dries down to a base of Patchouli, Vanilla, and Labdanum. Trussardi's Scent of Gold carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This is a seriously polarising scent - some find it an opulent hidden gem, others a skanky grandma's scent. It's a bold, rich oriental that demands attention and probably isn't a safe blind buy, despite the rave reviews for its quality and performance.
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  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
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Scent of 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 autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

With long-lasting longevity and strong sillage, this isn't one for the office or casual day wear. Its rich, warm profile and opulent feel make it perfect for date nights or formal events, especially in cooler weather.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Scent of Gold opens with a flash of bright bergamot and a juicy, dark prunol, quickly spiced up with a kick of cinnamon. As it settles, a floral heart of violet and jasmine emerges, weaving through a smoky, slightly sweet tobacco. The drydown is a rich, warm blend of earthy patchouli, creamy vanilla, and resinous labdanum, creating a deep, enveloping aura that lingers for hours.

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