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Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic
The sharp clarity of a morning walk through an orange grove, where the scent of mandarin and basil intertwine with the gentle rustle of leaves.
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Aqua Allegoria Mandarine BasilicPremium · $100–250
39%Similar accords, often for lessAmalfi Citrus · Alfred DunhillMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 4 of its 14 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2007 by Guerlain, Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic was created by Marie Salamagne and has since become one of the most popular entries in the Aqua Allegoria line. The fragrance features a vibrant mandarin orange paired with fresh basil, setting a citrus-herbal tone that has defined this collection. Opening with bright clementine and bitter orange, it transitions into a heart of green tea and ivy, before settling on a base of chamomile, peony, sandalwood, and amber. This composition captures the essence of a fresh, invigorating day, where the crispness of citrus is balanced by herbal notes that add depth.
Apply one or two sprays to your pulse points in the morning. The citrus top notes are bright but fleeting, so let it settle for a few minutes before heading out. This fragrance is best enjoyed close to the skin rather than across a room, allowing its herbal warmth to envelop you throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic, Guerlain
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Marie Salamagne
Florals reimaginedMarie Salamagne is a perfumer at Firmenich whose name has become synonymous with some of the most talked-about fragrances of the past decade.
Designer Guerlain
More from the house · founded 1828 · France
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The originalAqua Allegoria Mandarine BasilicGuerlain · Premium · $100–250Alfred Dunhill · 2020Amalfi CitrusShares 4 of its 14 notes$40–100★ 4.40 (325)
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What people
are saying.
Well loved by wearers: loved by 37%, disliked or hated by 8%.