The Afternoon of a Faun
warm spicy up front, then amber, settling into herbal.
About
The Afternoon of a Faun by Etat Libre d'Orange is a Aromatic Spicy fragrance for women and men. The Afternoon of a Faun was launched in 2012. The nose behind this fragrance is Ralf Schwieger. The fragrance features Immortelle, Oakmoss, Rose, Myrrh, Orris Root, Incense, Leather, Pepper, Benzoin, Bergamot, Cinnamon…
Nose: Ralf Schwieger
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Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Etat Libre d'Orange picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does The Afternoon of a Faun smell like?
warm spicy up front, then amber, settling into herbal. Dominant accords: warm spicy, amber, herbal.
How long does The Afternoon of a Faun last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is The Afternoon of a Faun loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is The Afternoon of a Faun best for?
Fall is the top pick (41%). Spring is second at 27%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for The Afternoon of a Faun?
Day wear leads at 64%. Night is a secondary pick at 36%.
Is The Afternoon of a Faun for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 72% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made The Afternoon of a Faun?
Composed by Ralf Schwieger. Released in 2012.
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