Alba (From Across the Alps)
Fragrance notes
Character
Alba (From Across the Alps) is a fragrance for bright mornings spent outdoors. It opens with a vivid rush of bitter orange, neroli, bergamot, petitgrain, and lemon that feels like standing in a sunlit grove. The citrus is sharp and realistic, not candied, and it sets a clear tone of clarity and open air. This is a scent that thrives in natural light rather than dim rooms.
The heart gathers orange blossom, heliotrope, jasmine, narcissus, white rose, olive blossom, and black elder into a lush white floral bouquet. Heliotrope and narcissus add a soft, powdery depth that keeps the flowers from feeling thin. Olive blossom brings a green, slightly salty whisper that grounds the sweetness of the jasmine and orange blossom.
Beeswax and bitter almond lead the base, joined by orris, truffle, Australian sandalwood, and Virginia cedar. The beeswax lends a golden, slightly animalic warmth that clings to the florals without overwhelming them. Bitter almond provides a clean, nutty edge that cuts through the richer notes, while sandalwood and cedar offer a dry, woody foundation.
The overall character is citrus, white floral, floral, powdery, almond, woody, sweet, animalic, aromatic, and beeswax. It suits someone who wants a floral that is also resinous and grounded. Those who dislike heavy, dark bases will find this too textured. It settles into a gentle mix of bitter almond and beeswax.
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