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Oil-based perfume
Birra Invitation
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Birra Invitation — a fruity-woody attar with a distinctive character
Birra Invitation is a unisex fragrance in the form of perfume oil from the Indian house Birra.
It combines floral softness, woody depth, a spicy nuance and a juicy fruity facet, so it does not unfold in a linear way but gradually changes its mood on the skin.
Invitation is part of the Attars collection, dedicated to rich oil-based compositions.
Its olfactory profile is floral-woody, with amber, citrus, fruity, spicy, mossy and white-floral facets.
This palette makes Birra Invitation an interesting choice for those who find simple freshness or sweetness insufficient: here, a bright opening meets a warm, textured and slightly earthy base.
The composition can just as naturally complement a calm daytime look as a more polished evening mood.
How the fragrance unfolds
The first impression is built around a duet of mandarin and grape. The citrus sparkle makes the opening lively and sunny, while grape adds roundness and unusual fruity juiciness.
This is not a carefree fruity cocktail, but a rich introduction that quickly hints at a deeper development.
Jasmine appears in the heart, complemented by bay laurel: the white floral note brings softness and volume, while the spicy-green bay laurel keeps the composition from becoming overly sweet.
The fragrance then settles into warm amber, smoky-woody guaiac wood, moss and patchouli. It is the base that gives Invitation its richness, refined dryness and long-lasting trail.
Sillage and application tips
Birra Invitation is said to have a very strong sillage, so the oil-based formula should be applied with care: start with a minimal amount and assess how it develops after some time.
It is especially important to be cautious before work, school, travelling on enclosed public transport or meeting in a small room.
Perfume oils may leave marks on fabric, so it is advisable to test the product on an inconspicuous area before applying it.
Invitation will appeal to fans of expressive unisex compositions, where the fruity accent does not compete with the woody-amber base and the florals are more a part of a complex accord.
To further explore a similarly styled facet of this fragrance direction, try The 7 Virtues Patchouli Citrus: it is also worth considering for lovers of citrus-and-patchouli combinations.
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