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No 39 Selection Excellence — a fragrance that speaks for itself. By character, a feminine fragrance drawing from the east and floral families. Released in eau de parfum.
Made in Russia, backed by a long and proud tradition. No 39 Selection Excellence — the choice of those who appreciate depth and character in every detail.
One bottle, and you'll understand why this brand has such a devoted following. The official website of Selection Excellence — http://www.balmain.com.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences
A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The note pyramid of No 39 is shaped as a cohesive olfactory arc, where layers reveal themselves smoothly and sequentially. The signature of Selection Excellence is clear in details that define the fragrance identity. Nothing here feels random, and the composition keeps a clear direction. Eau de parfum sets a balanced rhythm of unfolding.
The accord profile rests on these accords: Citrus, Floral, Musc and Wood without random overlap. Additional accords such as Spicy add depth to the backdrop. The profile is feminine, which clarifies the composition character.
From the first breath you catch invigorating sunny top notes: Lemon, Rose and Saffron.
In the middle phase you notice Oud and Sandalwood keeping a structural woody direction. In the base the structure settles through Patchouli and musk, reinforcing a earthy woody-resinous trail.
From the group perspective the composition is built around Citrus, Floral, Spicy and Wood. It also reaches into Musk, Gourmet and Whiteflower. From a family perspective the composition sits in East and Floral.
In summary No 39 sounds complete from start to finish — the start forms character, the middle layer carries the identity, and the base secures the trail. This is the type of composition best judged through real development.
| Gender | Female |
| Brand | Selection Excellence |
| Segment | Premium perfumery |
| Country | Russia |
| Website | http://www.selexcellence.com |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
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