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Since 1981, Lady A Alcina has never stopped surprising. Offered in eau de toilette concentration.
The birthplace of this fragrance — Germany, a place with a refined nose. A rich, layered composition that reveals itself differently depending on your mood and the time of day.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences
A light and elegant fragrance with harmonious richness—the perfect balance between the depth of eau de parfum and the freshness of cologne
Fragrances for spring and summer unfold with light citrus notes, floral and fruity accords, filling the composition with freshness, airiness, and a feeling of carefree lightness on warm days
The composition of Lady A unfolds as an expressive line of development, where layers reveal themselves with precision and warmth. The signature of Alcina comes through in the way notes appear and fade. No excess details, only what works, and the composition keeps a clear direction. Eau de toilette supports a balanced rhythm of unfolding.
The internal accord map is driven by these accords: Abstract and Floral with each one in a clear role. The gender direction is feminine, which makes the scent profile easier to read.
When the structure is mixed the opening appears as one connected movement with a voluminous floral mood: Floral Notes and Fresh Notes. Here 2 notes sound as one integrated frame, building an elegant floral wave that keeps the opening compact and balanced.
The deeper layers are read as a smooth transition from opening to trail, which keeps the fragrance coherent.
At olfactory-group level the profile is anchored in Floral and Fairy.
Taken together Lady A reads as a cohesive composition — the first stage creates momentum, the central phase adds depth, while the drydown anchors the memory. This is the type of composition best experienced through real development.
| Gender | Female |
| Brand | Alcina |
| Segment | Massmarket perfumery |
| Country | Germany |
| Website | http://www.alcina.com |
| Year of production | 1981 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de toilette |
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