Pendora Noir de Arabie

How it Smells

Pendora Noir de Arabie kicks off with a blast of saffron and a citrusy bergamot that’s a bit rougher around the edges compared to Montale's Arabians Tonka. The heart dives straight into that familiar oud and rose combo. It's pretty close to the original, maybe 84% there. The rose isn't quite as jammy, more of a supporting player. The drydown is where it shines – that tonka bean, amberwood, and woody accord creates a sweet, slightly synthetic, but still very appealing base. It lacks the refined smoothness of Arabians Tonka but gets the gist.

The Performance Stats

This stuff projects! Expect a solid 2-3 hours of arm's length projection. Longevity is impressive too. I got a good 8+ hours on skin, lingering as a sweet woody scent. You'll get noticed. One spray is often enough; this isn't a shy fragrance. It’s not a perfect replica, missing some of the original's nuance, but it captures the essence. If you want a "dumb grab" for colder evenings and want compliments, get this.