Al Contrario
“Al Contrario by Tiziana Terenzi is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Well loved by wearers — a vanilla, sweet composition with a woody undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Paolo Terenzi's Al Contrario by Tiziana Terenzi, launched in 2015, is a Woody Aromatic fragrance that plays with contrasts and warmth. The composition opens with the rich, earthy tones of cacao pod and malt, before diving into a heart of orchid and tonka bean that brings a sweet yet powdery depth. Ebony wood and sandalwood form a warm, spicy base that anchors the scent with a subtle nuttiness from hazelnut and benzoin.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Top
Opening
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
How It Wears
Application Tips
One to two sprays are enough — the cacao pod and malt notes open up quickly but fade within a couple of hours. The woody base notes bloom over time, so it's best to let this fragrance develop on your skin rather than applying more. It pairs well with casual, cozy evenings.
Paolo Terenzi
Founding perfumer · 121 fragrances
Designer Tiziana Terenzi
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Edited by Scentsation Editorial
The story behind the bottle.
The coziness of an evening at home, where the scent of warm spices and sweet cocoa fills the air.
Fig. 01 — Al Contrario, Tiziana Terenzi
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