Ana Abiyedh Poudrée Lattafa

Ana Abiyedh Poudreé by Lattafa is often described as a "baby powder scent," which raised clear expectations for me. Unfortunately, I must say that this description does not fully capture the fragrance and may even be somewhat misleading. While powdery scents are often characterized by violet or iris, this fragrance takes a distinctly different direction with an oriental twist.

Upon the first spray, a light rose note unfolds, which surprisingly has a citrusy and chocolaty undertone. This blend is not necessarily to be described as fresh from the start, but rather with adjectives like: matte, powdery, and sweet. Over time, it becomes a bit softer and less chocolaty, but I must clearly state that the saffron, rose, and praline accord are present throughout the entire progression.

An intriguing aspect is the hint of suede that I perceive in the initial moments - a subtle note that catapults the fragrance out of the powder perfume genre once again.

This scent is definitely not a classic powder perfume like, for example, Narciso Rodriguez Poudrée. Those expecting a velvety, clear powder note might be disappointed. Ana Abiyedh Poudreé balances powdery, gourmand, and oriental elements, making it a rather unique fragrance.

In my opinion, the perfume is also not a safe blind buy. If I had tested the scent for a day beforehand and ordered a sample, I probably wouldn't have purchased a full 60-ml bottle, to be honest. You really have to be in the mood for this very specific fragrance. I must admit that I sometimes find the scent a bit overwhelming on myself.