Indra by Elle bottle
Elle

Indra

3.5/5 · 11 votes Feminine 2022
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Fragrance notes

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Character

Longevity2.7/5
Sillage2.0/5
Day75
Night50
Spring100
Fall100
Winter75
Summer25
Our take

Indra is a daytime fragrance for women who want a floral that stays grounded in wood. It earns that place through a bright mandarin orange opening that never turns sharp. The citrus is softened immediately by mimosa and mandarin blossom, which give the heart a yellow floral character that feels warm rather than sugary. This is not a scent that chases trends or tries to overwhelm a room.

The powdery accord is the thread that holds the composition together. It sits across the mimosa and the musk, creating a texture that feels familiar and comforting without smelling dated. Beneath that surface, sandalwood and cedar provide a dry, woody backbone. The animalic accord adds a slight weight to the base, keeping the powder from floating away into something too light or forgettable.

Elle positions this 2022 release for cooler days when the air has a bite to it. The woods and musk feel appropriate when worn over a sweater, and the citrus has enough clarity to cut through gray morning light. It suits someone who enjoys classic floral structures but wants a modern, musky finish. Those who dislike powdery scents or strong animalic facets will find little to enjoy here.

The fragrance feels like walking through a bright courtyard where fallen cedar needles mix with crushed yellow petals on cold stone.

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