Alhada Tola by Tola

Alhada Tola

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2015

At a glance

Is Alhada Tola worth trying?

Alhada by Tola is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Evening, Special Occasion wear in Fall, Winter
Performance feel
Very Good longevity with Strong sillage
Signature profile
rose, fresh spicy, floral with Bergamot, Marigold, Coriander
rose fresh spicy floral

The first impression

Alhada by Tola is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women and men. Alhada was launched in 2015. The nose behind this fragrance is Dhaher Bin Dhaher. Top notes are Bergamot, Marigold, Coriander, Mandarin Orange and Lavender; middle notes are Taif Rose, Hyacinth, Saffron and Jasmine; base notes are Patchouli, Oakmoss, Agarwood (Oud), White Musk, Sandalwood, Tonka Bean and Vanilla.

What shapes the scent

rose 100%
fresh spicy 85%
floral 70%
woody 60%
warm spicy 50%
earthy 40%
patchouli 35%
powdery 30%
green 25%
aromatic 20%

The perfumer behind it

Dhaher Bin Dhaher

Dhaher Bin Dhaher

Dhaher Bin Dhaher is a perfumer known for crafting rich, oriental fragrances for the Tola brand. His creations, including Alhada, Amaya, and Anbar, often feature traditional Middle Eastern ingredients like oud, amber, and musk. Bin Dhaher's work emphasizes depth and longevity, appealing to connoisseurs of classic Arabian perfumery.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Bergamot Bergamot
Marigold Marigold
Coriander Coriander
Mandarin Orange Mandarin Orange
Lavender Lavender

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Taif Rose Taif Rose
Hyacinth Hyacinth
Saffron Saffron
Jasmine Jasmine

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Patchouli Patchouli
Oakmoss Oakmoss
Agarwood (Oud) Agarwood (Oud)
White Musk White Musk
Sandalwood Sandalwood
Tonka Bean Tonka Bean
Vanilla Vanilla

The mood it creates

The Mystic Archetype: Portrait of Alhada Tola

Essence

Alhada Tola embodies the Mystic archetype, a seeker of hidden truths and transcendental beauty. The fragrance's journey from bright bergamot and marigold to deep oud and vanilla mirrors the Mystic's path from earthly curiosity to spiritual depth. Its rich floral-woody accord suggests a soul attuned to both the ephemeral and the eternal.

Style & Aesthetic

They favor flowing fabrics in jewel tones, with intricate embroidery that hints at distant cultures. Their space is a sanctuary of low lighting, incense burners, and well-worn books on esoteric subjects. The Mystic's aesthetic balances opulence with restraint, much like the fragrance's interplay of saffron and sandalwood.

Philosophy & Values

For the Mystic, every moment holds potential revelation. They value intuition over dogma, seeing the divine in Taif rose's fleeting bloom as much as in oud's enduring resonance. Their spirituality is personal, eclectic, and deeply sensual.

Relationships

They attract kindred spirits through magnetic silence more than chatter. Romantic partners must respect their need for solitude amid connection. The Mystic's relationships are intense yet ephemeral, like jasmine's nocturnal fragrance.

Lifestyle

Dawn meditation and midnight journaling structure their days. They might practice tea ceremonies or astrology, finding ritual in the mundane. Travel is pilgrimage, whether to Marrakech's spice markets or Kyoto's moss temples.

Shadow

Their quest for meaning can become escapism. The Mystic risks overlooking present joys while chasing transcendent experiences, just as one might miss the coriander's sparkle while awaiting the oud's arrival.

Conclusion

Alhada Tola is liquid mysticism - a reminder that enlightenment wears many scents, from lavender's clarity to vanilla's comfort.

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