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Eau de parfum
A Pleasant Thought Malefica
Gender:
Female
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
The Character and Mood of the Fragrance
A Pleasant Thought Malefica is an eau de parfum for women by the Canadian brand A Pleasant Thought.
The composition belongs to the floral family, but its character is not limited to delicate florals: its scent combines a fresh citrus opening, soft powdery iris and a deep woody-leathery base.
The name Malefica gives the fragrance a distinctive mood: expressive, slightly mysterious and confident.
It is a perfume for women who appreciate noticeable compositions with a pronounced trail and a contrasting development.
The fragrance can highlight individuality and fit naturally into both an evening look and a striking everyday style.
The Fragrance Pyramid and Development
Malefica opens with juicy mandarin, spicy pink pepper and cool, powdery violet.
Then the composition becomes softer and more voluminous: iris and jasmine unfold at the heart, creating an elegant floral accord with a subtle powdery nuance.
The base features benzoin, cedar, suede, vetiver and musk.
As a result, the drydown is warm, slightly dry and enveloping: woody nuances support the leather accord, benzoin adds resinous depth, while musk makes the scent more cohesive and long-lasting.
Longevity and Sillage
According to the available information, Malefica has very strong sillage.
It should therefore be applied sparingly, especially indoors: a few sprays on the skin may be enough for the composition to unfold noticeably and remain close throughout the day.
Precise recommendations for applying it to the skin and clothing are not provided in the available information.
When applying it to fabric, it is best to test the material's reaction beforehand, spray the fragrance from a distance and start with the smallest amount.
Brand Context and Choosing a Similar Fragrance
A Pleasant Thought is a Canadian perfume brand that creates women's fragrances in eau de parfum concentration.
Malefica reflects the more expressive side of this aesthetic: here, the floral theme is combined with spicy, woody, balsamic, musky and leathery nuances.
The release year, the collection it belongs to and the perfumer's name have not been specified.
No other concentrations of Malefica have been announced either, so it is impossible to compare the fragrance with Eau de Toilette or Extrait versions.
Among fragrances with a similar mood, you may wish to consider Eisenberg Diabolique, as well as Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps and Tom Ford Violet Blonde.
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