18 community ratings

Forbidden Plum (Parfum Extract)

2018UnisexClassic

Votes lean masculine

7.7/ 10

Community score
18 ratings

Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum is a sweet, spicy unisex scent in which ume, cinnamon and saffron sit over amber and benzoin.

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Skunky's take: Sleeps by day, goes out at night; very skunk of it.

How does it perform?

From 18 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity

8.6 /10

Sprayed at breakfast, still around at dinner.

Sillage

8.1 /10

People close to you notice, nobody gets overwhelmed.

Bottle

6.9 /10

Looks good without trying too hard.

Blind buy risk

Medium risk

78% of votes are positive, the rest are more reserved.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Top notesfirst 15 minutes

Amber Cinnamon Saffron Benzoin

Ume blossom

Camellia Immortelle Oud Fir Vanilla

Ume

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

Floral
Fruity
Sweet
Gourmand
Spicy
Woody
Oriental
Resinous

What does Forbidden Plum (Parfum Extract) smell like?

Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong, though only a small number of voters have rated them. The dense, warm build points towards cooler weather and a heavier mood. It reads as suitable for men and women alike.

Ume and ume blossom give a fruity-floral sweetness, which cinnamon and saffron sharpen with spice. Amber, benzoin and vanilla add a gourmand, resinous warmth, while oud and fir bring a woody depth. Camellia and immortelle soften the richness here and there. The notes read as one whole rather than in separate layers.