Widian Luban Extrait de Parfum is an oriental-floral amber fragrance from Widian's Limited Collection, envisioned to reintroduce frankincense in a sensual and intimate way.
Key Details (At a Glance):
Fragrance Type: Extrait de Parfum
Gender: Unisex
Fragrance Family: Oriental Floral · Amber
Longevity: ~7-8 hours (long-lasting)
Sillage: Moderate
Projection: Moderate
Luban Extrait de Parfum Notes:
Top Notes: Strawberry, Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Cardamom
Middle Notes: Gardenia, Bulgarian Rose, Turkish Rose Absolute
Base Notes: Sandalwood, Oud, Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Cedar, White Amber, White Musk
Scent Description:
The perfume opens with a bright, fruity interplay of strawberry and bergamot, with spicy accents from pink pepper and cardamom setting a lively, energetic tone. In the heart, rich white florals-gardenia and dual rose accords-emerge, softening the sharpness of the opening and deepening the scent with elegance. In the dry-down, creamy woods (sandalwood, cedar), airy white amber, soft musk, warm vanilla, tonka bean sweetness, and a resinous touch of oud coalesce to create a smooth, enveloping base.
Luban's profile bridges vibrant fruity-floral and rich amber-oud depths, offering both brightness and warmth in one composition. Fragrantica describes it as an oriental floral fragrance that introduces frankincense in an intimate and sensual manner, and notes that its bottle is a 50 ml extrait version in Widian's Limited line. Because of its density and warm, resinous base, Luban is especially well-suited for evening wear or cooler weather, though lighter application may allow it to perform well in milder seasons.
Performance:
Longevity: 7/10 - strong staying power into many hours of wear
Sillage: 6/10 - noticeable but not overwhelming trail
Projection: 6/10 - offers presence without being aggressive
Widian Luban Extrait de Parfum is a refined, warm, and expressive scent that blends fruity accents, rich florals, and depth from amber and woods. For wearers seeking a luxurious, characterful fragrance with a balanced profile, Luban stands out as a compelling choice.
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