Mancera Pink Prestigium Eau de Parfum

Mancera Pink Prestigium Eau de Parfum opens with tart blackcurrant and bergamot alongside a streak of oud and saffron, giving it a richer, more complex start than many of the house's other rose scents. It's positioned as one of the more prestige-leaning releases in the Pink line. Mancera positions it within its woody floral family, and it sits comfortably alongside the house's other Eau de Parfum releases on the South African market. It was launched in 2016 and has remained part of the range since.

What does Pink Prestigium smell like?

The heart is built around rose, jasmine and patchouli leaf, keeping the floral character front and centre while the oud and saffron continue to hum in the background. In the base, grapefruit reappears alongside guaiac wood, leather and vanilla, with white musk smoothing the edges of what's otherwise a fairly assertive drydown.

• Top notes: blackcurrant, bergamot, oud, saffron
• Heart notes: rose, jasmine, patchouli leaf
• Base notes: grapefruit, guaiac wood, leather, vanilla, white musk

Performance and when to wear it

Performance is typically moderate to long-lasting on skin, with the leather and vanilla base giving it good staying power through the day. Its richer, spicier character suits cooler weather and evening occasions better than a quick daytime spray. As with most fragrances, performance varies by skin type and climate.

Who is it for?

Pink Prestigium is marketed for women who want a rose fragrance with more edge than a simple soft floral, thanks to the oud, saffron and leather running through it. It's a good option if you enjoy Mancera's Pink range but want something with more weight behind it. Prices for Pink Prestigium in South Africa are worth comparing across retailers before buying, since Eau de Parfum niche releases like this one carry a real cost.