Sawalef · 2018
Empire
Longevity
Very long8-12 hours
Projection
ModerateFills your personal space
Polarising
Mixed
spiced cardamom tea, warm leather and vanilla
Scent Notes
Gourmand
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About This Perfume
Empire by Sawalef is a fragrance for women and men. Empire was launched in 2018. Top notes are Saffron, Nutmeg and Cardamom; middle notes are Orange Blossom, Labdanum and Patchouli; base notes are Sandalwood, Vanilla and Leather. Empire adds grandeur to any occasion. An exotic spiced opening radiates opulence with saffron, nutmeg and cardamom, before blending seamlessly into a blossoming heart of flowers. An uplifting bouquet of orange blossom is enriched with patchouli and labdanum before vanilla, sandalwood and leather add a golden sunset finish.
Projection
Moderate
Gender lean
Leans feminine
The verdict
Best for
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