Akkad
amber up front, then aromatic, settling into warm spicy.
About
Akkad by Lubin is a Oriental Spicy fragrance for women and men. Akkad was launched in 2012. The nose behind this fragrance is Delphine Thierry. Top notes are Clary Sage, Mandarin Orange and Bergamot; middle notes are Olibanum, elemi, Cardamom and Styrax; base notes are Amber, Vanila, Labdanum and Patchouli.
Nose: Delphine Thierry
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
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Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Akkad smell like?
amber up front, then aromatic, settling into warm spicy. Dominant accords: amber, aromatic, warm spicy.
What notes are in Akkad?
Top: Clary Sage, Mandarin Orange, Bergamot. Heart: Olibanum, elemi, Cardamom, Styrax. Base: Amber, Vanila, Labdanum, Patchouli.
How long does Akkad last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Akkad loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Akkad best for?
Winter is the top pick (41%). Fall is second at 40%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Akkad?
Night wear leads at 52%. Day is a secondary pick at 48%.
Is Akkad for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 59% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Akkad?
Composed by Delphine Thierry. Released in 2012.
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