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Arabesque by Aurora Scents

Aurora Scents· 1994

Arabesque

7.742

Mostly petitgrain and styrax, warmed by frankincense. Best in fall, made for dates.

SpicySmokyFloralWoodyResinous

Scent profile

Top notes

Petitgrain Styrax Bourbon geranium

Heart notes

Tobacco Neroli Rose absolute Mildew

Base notes

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

Smells similar

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A fall and winter fragrance that works day and night — at its best for date nights and formal occasions.

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When

Winter

96%

Spring

73%

Summer

55%

Fall

100%

Day

89%

Night

100%

Where

Office

78%

Casual

91%

Date

100%

Club

63%

Formal

95%

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Sport

41%