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Oil-based perfume
Mellifluence Perfume Anothen
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Anothen Perfume Oil — a woody oriental character
Anothen Perfume Oil by Mellifluence Perfume is a unisex perfume oil for those who appreciate rich, expressive and unconventional compositions.
The fragrance belongs to the oriental and woody families, while its stated sillage is rated as very strong.
This is a fragrance that stands out not only at the moment of application, but also in the overall impression it creates.
The brand Mellifluence Perfume comes from London and is known for its attentive, artistic approach to niche perfumery.
In Anothen, this aesthetic emerges through the contrast of juicy fruity tones, powdery floral nuances, spicy warmth and a deep oud presence.
The composition feels like a rich oriental story with a modern presentation: sensual, seductive and bold enough for those who love fragrances with character.
Fragrance pyramid and character
Separate top, heart and base notes have not been specified for Anothen; the database lists it as a blended composition.
It is therefore more accurate to perceive the fragrance as a unified olfactory canvas in which fruity, floral, spicy, balsamic, woody and animalic tones interact.
This structure leaves room for individual development on the skin and makes the impression of the fragrance especially dependent on temperature, application and the characteristics of the skin.
At the opening, a fruity duo of apricot and blackcurrant draws attention.
Apricot adds a soft, sunny and slightly velvety facet, while blackcurrant brings a dark tart accent and a sense of juiciness.
Violet and iris appear alongside them, creating a cooler, powdery and elegant nuance.
The composition then gains depth through cinnamon, myrrh and oud accords.
Cambodian and Laotian oud support the rich woody core, while myrrh lends it resinous, slightly smoky and balsamic expressiveness.
Civet adds an animalic facet, allowing Anothen to sound especially sensual and full-bodied while retaining its floral-fruity contrast.
Sillage and everyday wear
Its very strong sillage makes Anothen a fragrance that requires careful dosage.
The oil formula usually unfolds close to the skin during the first few minutes, but the composition’s rich character can spread noticeably around the wearer.
When getting acquainted with the fragrance, it is sensible to start with a minimal amount and assess its development over several hours, especially indoors and in warm weather.
The unisex positioning feels natural here: the fruity-floral softness does not make the composition exclusively feminine, while oud, cinnamon, myrrh and animalic nuances add strictness and depth.
Anothen will suit both women and men who prefer expressive oriental-woody fragrances without an obvious gender direction.
It is best suited to the cooler season, evenings, special occasions or situations where a noticeable fragrance accent is appropriate.
Anothen in the Mellifluence Perfume collection
There is no information about the perfumer, release year, collection or other concentrations of Anothen, so these details should not be attributed to the fragrance without official confirmation.
At the same time, the formula itself clearly reflects the brand’s pursuit of a complex, multilayered scent, where traditional oriental materials meet fruity and powdery-floral textures.
Anothen may appeal to niche-perfumery enthusiasts who are looking not for universal freshness, but for a dense fragrance with a strong presence.
Similar fragrances
For comparison, Anothen can be considered alongside Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum, especially if you enjoy intense oud compositions with an oriental mood.
However, Anothen stands out through its more complex combination of fruits, iris, violet, cinnamon, myrrh and civet.
This makes it an independent choice for those who want to explore the expressive woody-oriental side of modern niche perfumery.
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