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Solid perfume
Vasilisa / ヴァシリーサ Anna
Gender:
Female
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Discovering the Fragrance
Vasilisa / ヴァシリーサ Anna is a floral fragrance for women in a solid perfume format, released in 2016.
The composition was created by the Japanese brand Vasilisa / ヴァシリーサ, which takes a contemplative approach to perfumery and invites people to experience fragrance as a personal ritual rather than a bold statement.
Anna evokes the image of a transparent, blooming garden: the freshness of a citrus accord meets soft watery florals and a clean woody-musky base.
Its character feels airy, polished and romantic, making it easy to imagine the fragrance as part of an everyday feminine look.
Character and Development
At the opening, the composition feels bright and sparkling, thanks to bergamot and apple blossom.
Peony, rose and water lily then move to the forefront, creating a floral accord that is delicate, cool and fairly full-bodied, without feeling heavy.
In the base, Anna becomes calmer and softer.
Freesia, iris, light woods and musk create a clean, smooth backdrop that supports the floral heart and gives the fragrance a distinctive trail.
Wearability and Sillage
Positioned as a women's fragrance, it is suited to those who enjoy fresh floral compositions with a neat woody-musky finish.
It can be considered for spring and warmer weather, daytime walks, work, study and occasions when you want to add a sense of lightness and polish to your look.
Anna is described as having very strong sillage, so it is best applied with care, especially in a small space.
Specific recommendations for applying it to skin and clothing are not provided in the available information; given its solid perfume format, it is best to assess the intensity gradually, starting with a small amount and observing how your skin responds.
Its Place in the Brand's Style
Anna reveals the softer side of Vasilisa's aesthetic: instead of dramatic richness, it relies on transparent florals, clean musky tones and light woods.
At the same time, the fragrance does not disappear into the crowd of floral releases, thanks to the noticeable contrast between its fresh opening, watery heart and expressive base.
Those drawn to this kind of romantic floral style may also enjoy Moschino Cheap and Chic, Bvlgari Rose Goldea and Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps.
They are not exact counterparts to Anna, but they can continue the exploration of feminine compositions in which flowers remain the main emotional focus.
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