Ana Abiyedh Poudree

Conclusion

This fragrance is best suited for cooler spring days or perhaps early autumn when its powdery facets won't become overwhelming. The sweetness makes it more appropriate for daytime wear, maybe a casual brunch, rather than formal occasions. The synthetic musk, however, prevents it from truly feeling refined or sophisticated.

The Scent Profile

Ana Abiyedh Poudree opens with a blast of somewhat indistinct white florals. The jasmine and orange blossom are there, but muddled, almost candied; think gummy bears rather than photorealistic blooms. The rose struggles to be heard beneath a wave of synthetic musk. The heart doubles down on the musk, taking on a clean laundry aspect, but with a disconcerting waxy edge. It diverges significantly from the original in the base. Instead of a creamy, enveloping cloud, the coumarin dominates, lending a bitter almond extract vibe that clashes with the cedar. The vetiver is barely detectable, leaving the drydown feeling imbalanced and a bit screechy. The absence of sandalwood (found in the original) is keenly felt, impacting the scent's depth and warmth.

Wear time & Sillage

Longevity is moderate; I get about 5 hours on skin, with a slight powdery trace clinging longer to clothing. Projection is fairly intimate, extending about an arm's length for the first hour before settling into a skin scent. I tested it during a day of errands and found it became a bit cloying indoors.