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Eau de toilette
Opus Oils Flapper Eau de Toilette
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Flapper Eau de Toilette — a fragrance with a theatrical character
Flapper Eau de Toilette by Opus Oils is a unisex perfume from the Les Bohèmes collection, built around an expressive floral scent.
This eau de toilette has a very strong sillage, so the fragrance is noticeable from the first minutes and can linger in the air for a long time.
The name Flapper evokes the image of a free-spirited, bold and striking woman of the Jazz Age, yet the composition is not limited to a strictly feminine aesthetic.
Its character unfolds in a gender-neutral way: white flowers, juicy fruits, spicy nuances and soft sweetness make the fragrance appealing to both women and men who enjoy vivid floral compositions.
Notes and the character of the composition
The fragrance profile features clementine, tangerine, mango, shiso and pink pepper, creating a lively fruity-spicy impression.
The floral heart is formed by datura, gardenia, jasmine and mariposa, while tobacco, white musk, tonka beans and vanilla add depth, creamy softness and a warm gourmand nuance.
By fragrance family, Flapper Eau de Toilette belongs to the floral category, with white floral, citrus, fruity, aromatic, spicy, woody, musky and gourmand facets.
This combination makes the perfume multilayered: it is simultaneously radiant and rich, sweetish and spicy, airy in certain nuances and highly noticeable in its sillage.
How Flapper Eau de Toilette unfolds
On the skin, the fragrance can be perceived as a vivid bouquet with a juicy fruity opening and a light sparkle of citrus nuances.
White flowers then move to the forefront: gardenia, jasmine, datura and mariposa create a voluminous, almost theatrical scent with an expressive floral texture.
In the base, the composition becomes warmer and softer thanks to vanilla, tonka beans and white musk.
A tobacco nuance adds contrast and makes the drydown less obviously sweet, allowing the fragrance to retain its character instead of turning into a simple fruity-floral accord.
Wearability and sillage
Its very strong sillage makes Flapper Eau de Toilette a choice for those who love noticeable fragrances and are not afraid to make an impression.
It is especially suitable for the evening, a date, a party, a theatrical event or any other occasion when perfume should become part of the look rather than remain an inconspicuous background.
In warm weather, it is best used sparingly, as the white flowers and sweet base notes may smell especially rich.
There are no reliable recommendations for the exact amount to apply to skin and clothing, so it is best to start with a small quantity and observe how the fragrance behaves specifically on your skin.
The perfumer and the brand's style
Flapper Eau de Toilette was created by Kedra Hart.
Her work fits well with the avant-garde aesthetic of Opus Oils, a brand that views perfumery as a theatrical performance and pays special attention to imagery, emotional presentation and the expressive character of its compositions.
Flapper Eau de Toilette continues this idea: the fragrance does not try to be neutral or universally restrained.
It is constructed as a striking stage persona, in which citrus freshness, the tropical juiciness of mango, the richness of white flowers and a warm vanilla-tobacco base hold the attention in succession.
Similar fragrances
If you enjoy noticeable floral compositions with soft sweetness and an expressive drydown, consider Lalique Satine.
For additional directions to explore, consider Carolina Herrera 212 on Ice (2006) and Al-Rehab Al Nourus, comparing them in terms of intensity, fruity nuances and sillage character.
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