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Eau de parfum
Harold & Maude Résolument Affranchi
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Resolutely Unrestrained — a fragrance beyond boundaries
Résolument Affranchi by Harold & Maude is an eau de parfum released in 2023.
The French brand Harold & Maude creates compositions with a distinctive character, and this release continues the tradition of modern niche perfumery, where mood and personal perception matter more than conventions.
The fragrance is presented as unisex and belongs to the oriental fragrance family.
Its character is built around rich, warm and sensual accords: resinous depth, spicy intensity, woody nuances and a soft gourmand roundness come together here.
The name Résolument Affranchi, which can be translated as “resolutely free,” perfectly conveys the composition’s independent character.
Character and scent profile
Résolument Affranchi will appeal to those who enjoy noticeable fragrances with powerful energy and do not want to blend into their surroundings.
Its very strong sillage makes it especially expressive: the composition can be sensed not only close to the skin but also lingering in the air for some time after you leave.
Its scent reveals a contrast between noble rose and jasmine, the dark woody notes of oud and patchouli, spicy saffron and sweetish vanilla.
Incense adds a meditative, almost mysterious nuance, while musk softens the composition and helps it sound harmonious as a whole.
The result is a dense oriental accord with a floral facet and pronounced sensuality.
Suitable occasions
This perfume is especially suitable for cool weather, evenings, dates, formal events or any occasion when you want to emphasize your individuality.
Its rich presentation may be too intense for a small office or a hot day, but in autumn and winter its scent develops a particularly beautiful depth.
No precise recommendation for the number of sprays on skin and clothing has been provided for Résolument Affranchi.
Given its very strong sillage, it is best to start with a minimal amount: one or two sprays on the skin are usually enough, while application to clothing should first be tested on an inconspicuous area of fabric.
The perfumer and its place in the brand’s collection
The composition was created by Nejla Barbir. Her work expresses the fragrance’s concept through a multilayered combination of oriental, woody, floral and musky nuances while maintaining a cohesive and recognizable silhouette.
Other concentrations of this release are not specified in the available data.
Similar fragrances
If you are interested in dense oriental compositions with oud, spicy and resinous facets, Tom Ford Black Orchid Oud is worth exploring: Tom Ford Black Orchid Oud.
As another direction for further exploration, you might consider The Spirit of Dubai Shumukh and Queen B Midnight Oud.
At the same time, Résolument Affranchi retains its own balance of incense, florals, saffron, vanilla and musk.
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