Karl Vienna Opera
“Karl Vienna Opera by Karl Lagerfeld is a Aromatic Spicy fragrance for women and men”
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Warmly received so far — a fresh spicy, aromatic composition with a woody undertone. Voted best for year-round wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Karl Vienna Opera by Karl Lagerfeld is a Aromatic Spicy fragrance for women and men. Karl Vienna Opera was launched in 2022. The nose behind this fragrance is Alienor Massenet. Top notes are Grapefruit, Black Pepper and Basil; middle notes are Apple, Lavender and Sage; base notes are Sandalwood, Cedar and Vetiver.
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A Signature Fragrance
Sandalwood
Sandalwood, sourced from the heartwood of trees native to India and Indonesia, carries a rich, creamy aroma that is both smooth and slightly sweet. Its scent is often described as warm and woody, with a powdery undertone that adds depth and complexity to any composition.
Cedar
Cedar, sourced from various species of coniferous trees, exudes a deep, resinous aroma with hints of sweetness and wood smoke. Its scent is both comforting and grounding, reminiscent of old libraries or the quiet solitude of a forest. This versatile note has long been favored for its ability to blend seamlessly into complex compositions without overpowering other ingredients.
Vetiver
Vetiver, harvested from the roots of a tall grass native to India, exudes an earthy aroma that is both dry and slightly sweet. Its scent profile ranges from smoky and leathery to green and fresh, depending on how it’s distilled and aged. This versatile note thrives in tropical climates and has long been cherished for its grounding qualities.
Aliénor Massenet
Founding perfumer · 93 fragrances · French
Aliénor Massenet is a French perfumer who grew up in a family steeped in tradition, shaped in turn by an English boarding school and the streets of New York. She has worked at Symrise since 2016, and her fragrances are known for embracing contrast and unexpected pairings. Alongside her creative work, she runs olfactory workshops for people who have experienced difficult life events, in collaboration with CEW. Her creations have been recognized with the Fragrance Foundation UK's Best New Independent Fragrance award in 2018 for Marfa Spices by Memo, and the Fragrance Foundation France's Experts' Award for Author Fragrance in 2020 for Copper by Comme des Garçons.
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