Madonna of the Almonds
Floris2009
Side by side
Madonna of the Almonds vs. Essence Eau de Musc
Is Madonna of the Almonds better than Essence Eau de Musc?
Essence Eau de Musc rates higher with the community, while Madonna of the Almonds wears longer on skin.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
MuskBergamot
muskypowdery
This match is a verified relationship from our fragrance graph. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between Madonna of the Almonds and Essence Eau de Musc?
| Madonna of the Almonds | Essence Eau de Musc | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | — | Eau de Toilette |
| Launched | 2009 | 2011 |
| Gender | Female | Female |
| Perfumer | Shelagh Foyle | Alberto Morillas |
| Best season | Spring | Summer |
Scent DNA
How do Madonna of the Almonds and Essence Eau de Musc smell?
Madonna of the Almonds
Citrus
Sweet
Floral
Fruity
Almond
Musky
Powdery
Warm Spicy
Essence Eau de Musc
Powdery
Musky
Iris
Violet
Rose
Earthy
Amber
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Madonna of the Almonds and Essence Eau de Musc share?
Top
LemonBergamot
CitrusesBergamotSpicy Notes
Heart
Almond blossomFruity NotesSpicesJasmineVanille
IrisFloral Notes
Base
MuskIncenseSandalwood
White MuskPowdery Notes
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
Which performs better, Madonna of the Almonds or Essence Eau de Musc?
| Madonna of the Almonds | Essence Eau de Musc | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 4-6 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Madonna of the Almonds and Essence Eau de Musc?
If you want sweet, linear almond scent, this is not it. Bitter almond carries through the heart with a faintly edible, marzipan edge that becomes warmer and creamier once the vanilla and sandalwood.Madonna of the Almonds
Some fragrances perform. This one lingers, a warm, powdery whisper that asks you to lean in. Made for the woman who doesn't need the room to know she's wearing something beautiful.Essence Eau de Musc
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