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Eau de parfum
Maori Collection Phoenix
Gender:
Female
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Phoenix Maori Collection — a fragrance with a sunny character
Phoenix Eau de Parfum by Maori Collection is a women's fragrance from 2022, where fresh citrus energy meets floral softness and gourmand warmth.
The composition belongs to the floral and gourmand families and is intended for those who enjoy noticeable, expressive fragrances with a beautiful contrast between a sparkling opening and a sweet trail.
The name Phoenix sounds especially symbolic for a brand born in Italy and inspired by the legends and nature of Polynesia.
The DNA of Maori Collection combines an exotic mood, emotional richness and a focus on an impactful scent profile, which is why this release feels less like a sheer everyday fragrance and more like a complete olfactory statement.
The pyramid and development of the composition
The top of the pyramid is built around grapefruit, lemon, mandarin and neroli.
The citrus notes create a bright, juicy and almost sparkling first impression, while neroli adds a soft white-floral nuance to the opening.
As a result, Phoenix unfolds energetically but not sharply, retaining a feminine and polished character.
The heart of the composition brings together benzoin, lily of the valley, mimosa, mint, peony, rose and thyme.
Here, the freshness gradually gains volume: cool aromatic nuances of mint and thyme offset the delicacy of the flowers, while benzoin adds a resinous roundness.
This combination gives the fragrance a multilayered character and helps it transition smoothly from citrus lightness to a warm base.
The final accord unfolds with caramel, brown sugar, coumarin, sandalwood, vanilla and musk.
The sweetness is rich, creamy and alluring, while the woody-musky background keeps it from becoming overly airy.
As a result, the perfume leaves a memorable trail with nuances of dessert-like warmth, soft vanilla and smooth sandalwood.
Character, sillage and wearing occasions
Phoenix is an eau de parfum with very strong sillage, so it should be regarded as a noticeable, accent-like fragrance.
It is suitable for an evening out, a special occasion, a date or a cool walk when you want to emphasize your mood and leave behind a distinctive scented trail.
In warm weather, the composition may smell especially rich because of its sweet and musky nuances, so the amount applied is best adjusted individually.
Exact recommendations for the number of sprays on skin and clothing are not provided for this release.
Given its intense sillage, it is sensible to start with a small amount and assess its development on the skin: the citrus opening quickly gives way to floral-gourmand softness, while the base lasts the longest.
On fabric, the fragrance may last longer, so applying it to clothing requires particular caution.
The perfumer and the fragrance's place in the collection
The composition was created by Paolo Terenzi, known for his rich, multilayered and expressive formulas.
In Phoenix, his signature can be seen in the construction of contrasts: fresh citrus and green-aromatic nuances gradually transition into a floral heart and then into a sweet, warm and long-lasting base.
No other Phoenix concentrations are listed in the database, so it is impossible to compare the Eau de Parfum with EDT or Extrait versions.
For further exploration, consider Gianfranco Ferre Ferre By Ferre: this direction may appeal to fans of feminine compositions with an expressive, elegant character.
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