Forbidden Plum by Alexandria Fragrances bottle
Alexandria Fragrances

Forbidden Plum

4.4/5 · 211 votes Unisex 2018
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Fragrance notes

Notes
Japanese Plum

Character

Longevity4.1/5
Sillage3.5/5
Day56
Night87
Fall100
Winter94
Spring55
Summer14
Our take

Forbidden Plum opens with Japanese Plum and cinnamon, a lush pairing with a warm, spiced sheen. The fruit feels deep and polished, while saffron gives the first impression a dry, lightly leathery edge. As the scent settles, oud and amber bring weight, and benzoin smooths the blend with its resinous glow. Plum Blossom and Camelia add a floral lift that keeps the center from becoming dense.

The character is opulent, darkly sweet, and dressed for evening. Imagine a bowl of ripe plums on a polished wooden table, with a curl of cinnamon nearby. That image captures its mood without reducing it to a simple fruit scent. Fir adds a brisk green accent, while Immortelle brings a golden, hay-like warmth. Vanilla appears in the base with a soft, rounded finish, giving the whole composition a rich texture.

Forbidden Plum is long-lasting, and its presence is noticeable without turning the room into its stage. It makes a strong choice for winter gatherings, autumn walks, and dressed-up nights when amber, oud, and spice feel at home. Spring can work too, especially in cool air. The unisex profile leans plush and dramatic, with enough floral detail to give the sweetness shape. Alexandria Fragrances has created a perfume that feels lavish on the skin, built around plum but given depth by resin, wood, spice, and a quietly glowing floral core.

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