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XX1 Engage 2013

7.6 / 10 108 Ratings

A popular perfume by Engage for women, released in 2013. The scent is floral-sweet. It was last marketed by LVMH.
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Main accords

Floral

Sweet

Oriental

Woody

Creamy

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Gardenia

Plant juice

Zentvukrim

Heart Notes

Jasmine sambac absolute Almond

Almond

Base Notes

Cashmere wood

Patchouli

Tonka bean

Perfumer

Sophie Labbé

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Ratings

Scent

7.6108 Ratings

Longevity

7.392 Ratings

Sillage

6.990 Ratings

Bottle

8.096 Ratings

Value for money

6.937 Ratings

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Reviews

6 in-depth fragrance descriptions

09/17/2025

StellaLouisa
1 Review

StellaLouisa

Not enough.

Too creamy on the dry down and not much longevity. If you want something jasminy but not strong or multi-faceted, you could still find something better than this. No discernible jasmine left on clothing or skin, after 4-5 hours. And it goes creamy/powdery, super fast. I only recommend this if a light powder scent (maybe for sleeping in?) is your goal. Personally, I think they would do well to change the name to "S. Creme Noir"...

09/25/2025

8Scent 5Longevity 5Sillage

LadyLane83
81 Reviews

LadyLane83

Beautiful Gothic Gardenia

I purchased this as it’s been described as a sultry gardenia sandalwood, despite it being called Jasmine Noir. Gardenia and sandalwood are a couple of my favorite notes and I am in love with the Patchouli Tentation and strong like with Tubereuse Mystique from the same line. This did not disappoint. Gothic gardenia all the way. The sandalwood blended with tonka bean and cashmere makes a beautiful, soft creamy bed for the gardenia with a hint of jasmine. I get a little patchouli but it’s the powdery soft kind like in Patchouli Tentation. On paper it pulls play doughy, but thankfully not on skin. This really is a beautiful fragrance.

It is the weakest and shortest lived of the three that I own from the Splendida line, which is kind of a bummer since I think I like it the most, but I’ve only had my bottle for a short time.

Edit to add: Rereading the notes I now realize it is almond, not sandalwood. Typically almond comes off very play-doh on my skin and thankfully this does not! I now know it’s almond adding to the creaminess but it still feels like a smooth sandalwood to me.

05/13/2017

8.5Scent 8Longevity 7Sillage

pudelbonzo
2405 Reviews

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pudelbonzo

Top Review 26

Splendid - or fabulous?

When we found something particularly special or outstanding as students, we called it "splendid".
Our parents would surely have exclaimed: Fabulous!

That's why I was curious about Splendida.

Additionally, I also have Mon Jasmin Noir and want to see if Splendida can match its "fragrance" water.

I do believe that both scents have their place and do not interfere with each other.
The much lighter Mon is suitable for the day, while Splendida is for the evening, when one has dressed up for a night out.
However, it is not too heavy or cloying, but exudes velvety elegance.

The opening reaches me softly with a plant juice - delicate green and creamy.
Jasmine and gardenia are gently muted by milky almond - without the marzipan aroma.
A hint of woodiness surrounds the fragrance, and patchouli adds evening depth.
Rounded and complete, Splendida is enhanced by tonka.

I wouldn't want to exclaim a resounding Fabulous! or Splendid!, as Splendida impresses more with quiet, understated elegance - which I prefer.

The right fragrance for a contemplative theater evening, as it indulges the senses and stays close to the skin.
For me, a candidate for purchase.

10/20/2022

8Scent 7Longevity

TrixieBelden
23 Reviews

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TrixieBelden

Helpful Review 9

Gentle Seducer

I am surprised that there are relatively few reviews and statements about this fragrance.
I don't know if it's because many still have the previous Jasmin Noir in their collection or if the new perfume in the old guise doesn't have the noses on its side.
Anyway, I feel a bit sorry for this beautiful scent, which, in direct comparison to its predecessor, is not as bad as I think. And the differences are, at least for me, not really earth-shattering, even though the sweet root is clearly missing.
But let's start from the beginning: Splendia Jasmin Noir begins for me with a distinctly noticeable plant sap, not my absolute favorite start, I must admit, but the gardenia quickly softens the beginning and the scent becomes more lovely, yet remains, in my opinion, green. Jasmine is clearly present in the next step, but is gently toned down by the almond. The transition to the woods is fluid, patchouli grounding for me, and the tonka adds a bit of sweetness on top.
Splendia Jasmin Noir is not a loud fragrance; it impresses more with quiet but distinct elegance. And it is very attractive with an erotic aura. This develops quietly, sneaks up on you, and then bam, you are lost. Or you find your nose glued to your arm. I actually experience this development with the previous Jasmin Noir as well. The longer the fragrance is on my skin, the more I love it.
As for longevity, it is quite good for me, but I find the Splendia version overall a bit quieter, which could lead to the impression that the scent fades quickly. Interestingly, I found the tester in the perfumery to be more intense, and I actually went back to the store a few days later to check if it was really the Splendia and not the old tester.
For me, it is a scent for the evening and night, suitable for visiting the opera as well as for the smoky corner pub.
It does not shout, it does not need to convince, it does not throw itself at you - it is there and works on its own. But, in my opinion, it is best in the cold winter.

02/16/2021

Ella69
4 Reviews

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Ella69

Delicate Surprise in Black

What does a perfume-addicted shopping freak do when all the stores
(except for groceries) are closed? The determined perfume tester can only go to Müller...
So, let's dive into the fun! To avoid going overboard right away, I decided to try the Splendida series. The first candidate was Patchouli Tentation, and now it's Jasmin Noir's turn. The first impression after spraying it on the skin is green, yet sweet. Cut tulips with vanilla sugar. This striking note quickly fades away, revealing a floral scent, which is the jasmine. It doesn't stay in the foreground for long, as the cashmere wood scent takes over. This lasts until it completely fades away. The scent now reminds me of Casmir by Chopard, but much more subtle. The longevity on the skin is moderate at about 5 hours. On textiles, it lasts longer. If you use 2 to 3 sprays, it's a universally wearable fragrance that wouldn't disturb anyone... very delicate and warm.

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Statements

23 short views on the fragrance

Violett

3 years ago

7.5Scent 8Longevity 8Sillage

On one hand, a treat with this velvety almond-tonka cream base
and earthy chocolate patch
where jasmine still holds its ground...

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Setterliebe

6 months ago

8.5Scent 7Longevity 7Sillage

Almond moment
not obvious seduction
Jasmine's dark voice speaks
random touch comes
as it happened
he doesn't know..

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MsPralinchen

6 years ago

10Scent 9Longevity 7Sillage

In a decent way, dirty and wicked
Like rumpled but freshly washed sheets and the cigarette afterward

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Rieke2021

2 years ago

8Scent 7Longevity 6Sillage

The vampire glides past tame jasmine bushes under the full moon. Her velvety skin is creamed with almond-tonka. The victim stands no chance.

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FrauMieze

3 years ago

9Scent 7Longevity 7Sillage

Dark almond eyes shining
gazing from jasmine bushes
secrets in unfathomable patch depths
tonka tears roll over velvety wood

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Sweetsmell75

8 years ago

6.5Scent 7Longevity 7Sillage

Don't know the predecessor!
Jasmine bomb & a bit of almond cream.
Subtle tonka - lots of patchouli with it!
Gets scratchier & more exhausting over time :(

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