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Cara Mia Etienne Aigner, introduced to the world in 2015, is officially considered a feminine fragrance, belonging to the east and floral families. Part of the Cara Mia collection, available as eau de parfum.
Produced in France, and you can feel it in every note. Cara Mia Etienne Aigner — the choice of those who appreciate depth and character in every detail.
The fragrance is highly persistent and lasts on the skin for up to 8–10 hours, gradually revealing its notes and allowing you to enjoy the full bouquet throughout the day
The scent is clearly present near you, but it does not fill the entire space
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The olfactory structure of Cara Mia evolves as an expressive line of development, where notes flow without rush and without gaps. The creative approach of Etienne Aigner comes through in the way notes appear and fade. Every decision feels deliberate, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Eau de parfum supports the depth and body this composition needs.
At olfactory-group level the structure relies on Citrus, Spicy, Floral and Whiteflower. It also reaches into Fruit, Balsamic, Wood and Musk. At family level the fragrance belongs to East and Floral.
As soon as the fragrance opens you detect sparkling citrus opening notes: Bergamot, Black Pepper, Coriander and Mandarin.
In the heart you detect Iris, Jasmine and Peach carrying a harmonious floral direction. In what remains on skin the structure settles through Frankincense, Labdanum, Patchouli and musk, extending a viscous balsamic trail.
The profile is feminine, which sharpens how the fragrance is perceived.
Taken together Cara Mia reads as a cohesive composition — the first stage creates momentum, the middle layer carries the identity, while the drydown anchors the memory. These are the scent structures best judged on skin.
| Gender | Female |
| Brand | Etienne Aigner |
| Segment | Premium perfumery |
| Country | France |
| Website | http://www.etienneaigner.com |
| Year of production | 2015 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
| License holder | Designer Parfums Ltd |
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