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Eau de parfum
Lelas Rafif
Gender:
Female
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
The Character and Mood of the Fragrance
Lelas Rafif is an eau de parfum for women with an expressive fruity-floral character and a distinct oriental accent.
The composition belongs to the fruity, floral, oriental and gourmand families, combining juicy freshness, soft sweetness and a warm, sensual depth.
The fragrance was created by the Turkish perfume house Lelas, founded in Istanbul in 2016.
The brand has developed its own approach to perfumery, combining an interest in the science of scent with the emotional expressiveness of oriental tradition.
Rafif fits this aesthetic perfectly: it smells bright and feminine, with a light veil of luxury.
The eau de parfum concentration gives the fragrance a full-bodied and long-lasting development.
Its sillage is described as very strong, so Rafif will especially appeal to those who enjoy noticeable fragrances that do not disappear into the air immediately after application.
Its character can be described as seductive, sweet and radiant, while the base becomes darker thanks to resinous, spicy and woody nuances.
How It Develops on the Skin
The top notes open with a sparkling combination of bergamot, mandarin and pear.
Bergamot adds citrus freshness, mandarin makes the opening sunnier, and pear brings a juicy, smooth fruity nuance.
The first minutes are energetic and appealing, gradually leading into a softer and sweeter heart.
Passion fruit, strawberry, rose and vanilla orchid unfold at the heart of the composition.
The tropical tartness of passion fruit contrasts with the berry juiciness of strawberry, while rose softens the fruity accord and gives it feminine elegance.
Vanilla orchid supports the creamy side of the fragrance, making the transition from the bright opening to the rich heart feel smooth.
A Sweet and Deep Base
The final impression of Lelas Rafif is built around blueberry, caramel, coffee, coumarin, incense, licorice, lychee, papyrus, patchouli, praline and vanilla.
Here, the fruity theme becomes darker and denser: berry nuances intertwine with coffee bitterness, caramel sweetness and soft vanilla warmth.
Incense, licorice, papyrus and patchouli add contrast, keeping the composition from becoming flatly sugary.
Because of its very strong sillage, the fragrance is best applied gradually, taking the surroundings into account.
Rafif is suitable for evenings, dates, festive occasions or cool weather, when sweet and oriental accords sound especially beautiful.
For the office or a small enclosed space, it is best to choose a minimal application so that the rich sillage remains elegant.
Who Will Enjoy Lelas Rafif
This fragrance will appeal to women who enjoy fruity-gourmand compositions with an expressive presence and a complex base.
It may interest fans of sweet berry fragrances, but it is not limited to a light, youthful character: coffee, resinous, spicy and woody nuances add depth and an evening mood.
In character, Rafif can be compared with Lancôme La Nuit Tresor and related interpretations from the same line, although the Lelas composition unfolds through a particularly rich combination of berries, caramel, coffee and vanilla.
If you enjoy a noticeable sillage, sweet sensuality and an oriental atmosphere, Lelas Rafif is worth experiencing on the skin.
Notes and the Perfume Palette
The overall fragrance palette combines citrus, fruity, floral, gourmand, sweet, balsamic, spicy, green and woody nuances.
The year of release, collection, perfumer's name, alternative concentrations and recommendations regarding the number of sprays on the skin or clothing are not specified in the available data.
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