Aftelier Sepia
Aftelier

Sepia

CitrusGourmandFloralFruityMuskyLeatherWoodyResinous

Sepia by Aftelieris a Floral Fruity Gourmand fragrance for women and men. Sepia was launched in 2012. The nose behind this fragrance is Mandy Aftel. Top notes are Mandarin Orange, Grapefruit and Cedar; middle notes are Jasmine, Big Strawberry, Coffee, Cacao and Lotus; base notes are Ambergris, White Tobacco, Boletus edulis, Indole, Agarwood (Oud) and Labdanum.

Notes

Top notes
First 0–15 minutes
Heart notes
15 minutes – 2 hours

Fragrance profile

Estimated from note profile
Longevity8+ hrs
Sillage (projection)Strong

When to wear Sepia

Best seasons
🌸Spring☀️Summer🍂Autumn❄️Winter
Best occasions
Daily wearDate nightEveningSport / outdoorFormal

ScentCast scores every fragrance against live weather, your occasion, and your taste — so it tells you the exact days Sepia is the right pick.

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Common questions about Sepia

What does Aftelier Sepia smell like?+

Aftelier Sepia is a citrus, gourmand, and floral fragrance. The opening is grapefruit and mandarin orange. the heart settles on jasmine, big strawberry, and lotus. the dry-down rests on cacao, coffee, and ambergris.

How long does Aftelier Sepia last on skin?+

Aftelier Sepia is estimated to last 8+ hrs on skin (a 5/5 longevity score). This is derived from the base-note composition — heavier base families like oriental, woody, and leather extend wear, while citrus-led blends tend to fade faster.

How strong is the projection of Aftelier Sepia?+

Aftelier Sepia projects at a strong level (4/5 sillage). Expect it to fill a room and announce itself before you arrive.

When should I wear Aftelier Sepia?+

Aftelier Sepia is best worn during spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The note profile makes it well suited to daily wear, date night, evening, sport / outdoor, and formal. ScentCast pairs it with live weather and your calendar so you only reach for it on the right days.

Do I need to reapply Aftelier Sepia during the day?+

Based on the note structure, a single morning application usually carries through the full day. Heat and humidity will shorten longevity; cooler weather and moisturised skin will extend it.

Is Aftelier Sepia worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

Aftelier Sepia fits collectors looking for citrus, gourmand, and floral signature. ScentCast members can add Aftelier Sepia to their collection and the app will surface it on the days the weather, occasion, and personal taste align — turning a single bottle into an informed rotation pick rather than a guess.

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