
TABU
TABU by Dana was launched in 1932, an amber & resinous fragrance for women. Its accord profile is led by warm spicy, amber and woody. Key notes: Cloves, Ylang-Ylang and Narcissus.
At a glance
| Dominant accords | warm spicy, amber, woody |
|---|---|
| Key notes | Cloves, Ylang-Ylang, Narcissus, Jasmine |
| Community rating | 3.93/5 from 3,814 votes |
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Accord profile
Note pyramid
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About this fragrance
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Launched in 1932 by Dana, Tabu is a foundational Oriental Floral that opens with a sharp, spicy blend of orange, coriander, neroli, bergamot, and spices. The heart is a dense floral bouquet of cloves, ylang-ylang, narcissus, jasmine, and rose, while the base anchors with amber, civet, benzoin, sandalwood, patchouli, musk, oakmoss, vetiver, and cedar. This is a rich, animalic composition with a powdery finish, dominated by warm spicy and amber accords.
Collectors of vintage orientals will appreciate Tabu's bold, unapologetic character. It suits those who enjoy deep, resinous scents with a musky, animalic edge. Ideal for evening wear or cool weather, it makes a statement. The civet and oakmoss in the base are particularly prized in older formulations, so batch variations are worth noting. This is not a shy fragrance; it demands confidence and a taste for the dramatic.
中文簡介
Dana 於 1932 年推出的 Tabu,是東方花香調的經典之作。前調以橙、芫荽、橙花、佛手柑與香料交織出辛香開場;中調是丁香、依蘭、水仙、茉莉與玫瑰的濃郁花香;基調則以琥珀、麝香、安息香、檀香、廣藿香、橡苔、香根草與雪松收尾,並帶有靈貓香與麝香的動物感。整體溫暖辛辣,帶粉質與木質底韻。
適合追求濃烈、性感與復古氣息的用家。晚間場合或涼爽天氣最能展現其深度。由於配方歷經變遷,老版本更受收藏家青睞,選購時宜留意批次差異。
Reference data
| House | Dana |
|---|---|
| Name | TABU |
| Launched | 1932 |
| Marketed as | For women |
| Dominant family | Amber & Resinous |
| Notes recorded | 19 |
| Accords | 10 |
Quick answers
Short factual answers compiled from the structured record above.
What are the notes in TABU?
TABU by Dana: top notes are Spices, Orange, Coriander, Neroli and Bergamot; heart notes are Cloves, Ylang-Ylang, Narcissus, Jasmine and Rose; base notes are Amber, Civet, Benzoin, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Musk, Oakmoss and Vetiver.
What accords does TABU have?
The dominant accords recorded for TABU are warm spicy (100.0%); amber (80.3%); woody (77.5%); musky (60.1%); powdery (58.4%).
When was TABU launched?
TABU by Dana was first released in 1932.
What does TABU smell like?
TABU is recorded as a amber & resinous fragrance, centred on Cloves, Ylang-Ylang and Narcissus.
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