Raphael Sora Dora: an elegant woody musk fragrance with iris and soft spicy notes When developing Raphael, Sora Dora created a fragrance as a tribute to Raphaël, a coal miner whose life represented strength, simplicity, and an enduring joy despite hardship. The composition explores the idea of memory preserved through scent — a fragrance that feels less like an accessory and more like an invisible trace of a person’s presence. Built around understated materials, Raphael captures tenderness, dignity, and emotional depth through a refined balance of powdery florals, earthy iris, and comforting musk. Olfactory Notes Upon the first spray, Raphael opens with a fresh and gently spicy combination of Cardamom, Pink Pepper, and Rhubarb. The introduction creates a bright yet elegant impression, where subtle spice meets a delicate fruity freshness. As the fragrance develops, the heart reveals a sophisticated floral character. Iris brings a powdery and earthy depth, while Magnolia and Honeysuckle add softness and warmth. Nutmeg provides a refined spicy accent, creating a balanced transition between freshness and floral elegance. Finally, the fragrance settles into a warm and intimate base. White Musk creates a soft skin-like effect, while Vanilla, Cedarwood, Cashmeran, Haitian Vetiver, Patchouli, and Ambroxan add smoothness, depth, and a lingering woody character. Olfactory notes: Woody, Floral, Musky, SpicyFragrance Family: Woody Floral Musk Top notes: Cardamom, Pink Pepper, RhubarbHeart notes: Iris, Magnolia, Honeysuckle, NutmegBase notes: Musk, Vanilla, Vetiver, Atlas Cedarwood, Virginia Cedarwood, Cashmeran, Patchouli, Ambroxan Concentration: Extrait de Parfum Made in France Parfumeur: Margaux Le Paih-Guérin Year of Launch: NA If you're wondering about how long Raphael Sora Dora will last, the fragrance is an extrait de parfum concentration designed for a long-lasting and intimate presence. Performance may vary depending on skin chemistry, but retailers describe it as a warm scent that remains close to the skin with a refined trail. Ingredients: Alcohol Denat., Parfum, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, Hexamethylindanopyran, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Linalyl Acetate, Linalool, Vanillin, Coumarin, Pogostemon Cablin Oil, Pinene, Cedrus Atlantica Oil/Extract, Beta-Caryophyllene, Rose Ketones, Limonene, Alpha-Terpinene, Terpinolene, Terpineol.
