Forbidden Plum Alexandria Fragrances

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2018

At a glance

Is Forbidden Plum Alexandria Fragrances worth trying?

Forbidden Plum by Alexandria Fragrances is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Evening, Special Occasion wear in Fall, Winter
Performance feel
Good longevity with Strong sillage
Signature profile
warm spicy, fruity, amber with Japanese Plum, Agarwood (Oud), Cinnamon

The first impression

Forbidden Plum by Alexandria Fragrances is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men. Forbidden Plum was launched in 2018. The nose behind this fragrance is Hany Hafez.

What shapes the scent

warm spicy 100%
fruity 85%
amber 70%
sweet 60%
oud 50%
floral 40%
cinnamon 35%
vanilla 30%
fresh spicy 25%
fresh 20%

The perfumer behind it

Hany Hafez

Hany Hafez

Hany Hafez is a perfumer who has contributed extensively to Alexandria Fragrances, with a portfolio spanning over a dozen scents such as 1981x, 50 Shades Of Gray, and African Magic. His work often blends rich, exotic accords with contemporary freshness. Hafez is recognized for creating accessible yet complex fragrances that appeal to a wide audience.

Notes pyramid

All Notes

Complete scent profile

Japanese Plum Japanese Plum
Agarwood (Oud) Agarwood (Oud)
Cinnamon Cinnamon
Benzoin Benzoin
Amber Amber
Plum Blossom Plum Blossom
Saffron Saffron
Fir Fir
Immortelle Immortelle
Vanilla Vanilla
Camelia Camelia

The mood it creates

The Mystic Archetype: Portrait of Forbidden Plum Alexandria Fragrances

Essence

The Mystic archetype embodies the allure of the hidden and the sacred, drawn to the liminal spaces between worlds. Forbidden Plum captures this essence with its intoxicating blend of Japanese plum, oud, and saffron-notes that evoke both indulgence and mysticism. The fragrance whispers of ancient rituals and forbidden knowledge, wrapped in a veil of amber and vanilla.

Style & Aesthetic

They favor rich, textured fabrics-velvets, silks, and brocades-in deep jewel tones that catch the light like stained glass. Their aesthetic is opulent yet enigmatic, with a preference for intricate jewelry and garments that hint at a story untold. The scent’s warm spice and floral undertones mirror their love for layered, sensual textures.

Philosophy & Values

They believe in the power of transformation and the sacredness of desire. Life, to them, is a series of initiations, each revealing deeper truths. The plum’s sweetness and oud’s darkness reflect their dualistic view of existence-where pleasure and wisdom are intertwined.

Relationships

They attract others with their magnetic presence, but few truly know them. Romantic partners are drawn to their intensity, though they may struggle with the Mystic’s occasional retreats into solitude. The fragrance’s sillage-strong yet elusive-mirrors their ability to linger in memory.

Lifestyle

Their days are punctuated by rituals: morning meditation, evening journaling, and the careful selection of scents to align with their mood. They frequent dimly lit lounges and private libraries, spaces where conversation turns to the esoteric.

Shadow

Their fascination with the hidden can tip into secrecy, leaving others feeling shut out. The plum’s temptation, like their charm, risks becoming a trap-a seduction that obscures rather than reveals.

Conclusion

Forbidden Plum is the Mystic’s olfactory signature-a scent that invites curiosity but resists full disclosure. It is a reminder that some truths are best discovered slowly, savored like the lingering sweetness of a forbidden fruit.