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Eau de parfum
Tola Manna
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
The Character and History of the Fragrance
Tola Manna is a unisex eau de parfum released in 2025.
The composition belongs to the oriental, fruity and floral fragrance families, combining juicy fruity expressiveness with spicy, leathery and woody nuances.
This is a rich release with a very strong sillage, intended for those who enjoy noticeable and charismatic fragrances.
The perfume was created by Tola, a niche brand from the United Arab Emirates.
The brand was founded in 2013 by Dubai-based entrepreneur and self-taught perfumer Dhaher Bin Dhaher. This makes it particularly interesting to observe how its fragrance style brings together the Middle Eastern perfumery tradition with a more modern and bolder interpretation of fruity and floral accords.
Tola Manna does not aspire to be an unobtrusive background scent.
Its character is built on contrasts: bright citrus and a cherry-and-liqueur nuance gradually give way to a dry, slightly honeyed heart before settling on the skin as a dense amber-leather veil.
Thanks to this structure, the fragrance develops in layers, evolving from a sparkling opening into a warm, mysterious and almost desert-like base.
How It Develops on the Skin
At first, Tola Manna comes across as a juicy and spicy burst.
Mandarin and blood orange add brightness to the composition, cherry and liqueur create a dense fruity facet, while black pepper and saffron make the opening more piquant and full-bodied.
From the very first minutes, the fragrance announces its high intensity, so careful application is especially advisable.
As it develops, the fruity sweetness becomes calmer, giving way to immortelle, iris and violet.
Immortelle lends the heart a dry, balsamic edge, iris adds powdery smoothness, and violet softens the composition's spicy expressiveness.
As a result, the central accord retains its character while sounding more elegant and composed.
The final stage of development is amber, leathery and woody.
Oud creates a dark, resinous fullness, the leather accord adds depth, amber makes the fragrance warm and long-lasting, while the sand note creates a dry, mineral impression.
The base is what most strongly emphasizes Tola Manna's oriental style, leaving behind a distinctive and long-lasting trail.
Who Is Tola Manna For?
As a unisex perfume, Tola Manna may develop differently depending on skin temperature and individual perception.
On one person, cherry, citrus and liqueur may come to the fore; on another, saffron, oud, leather and amber may dominate.
It is a good choice for fans of rich oriental compositions who enjoy fruity accents without the impression of frivolous sweetness.
Its very strong sillage makes the fragrance particularly suitable for evenings, cool weather, formal occasions and situations where you want to emphasize your individuality.
For the office, a small room or a hot day, it may prove too intense.
No precise recommendations for applying it to skin or clothing are available, so it is best to begin with a minimal number of sprays and gradually increase the amount if necessary.
Perfumery Style
The composition was created by Dhaher Bin Dhaher.
In Tola Manna, his approach is expressed through an evocative use of oriental materials: saffron, oud, amber and leather, balanced by citrus, cherry and floral undertones.
In this way, the fragrance reveals Tola's character: rich, bold and focused on a striking development.
If you would like to compare Tola Manna with other intense compositions, consider Mancera Aoud Exclusif, as well as The Spirit of Dubai Turath and Vilhelm Parfumerie Sun Cities.
They each work differently with oriental, woody and spicy nuances, but can help you better understand the direction in which this release unfolds.
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