Santa Maria Novella

Santa Maria Novella Colonia Russa

Launched by Santa Maria Novella in 1913, Colonia Russa is a citrus, aromatic and fresh spicy scent that opens with Bergamot, Neroli and Amalfi Lemon and settles into Tolu Balsam, civetta and Musk.

Fragrance pyramid

Top notes

• Bergamot
• Neroli
• Amalfi Lemon
• Rose
• Bitter Orange

Heart notes

• Lavender
• Petitgrain
• Lemon Verbena
• Clove
• Rosemary

Base notes

• Tolu Balsam
• civetta
• Musk
• Castoreum
• Benzoin

Main accords

• citrus
• aromatic
• fresh spicy
• musky
• warm spicy
• amber
• powdery
• lavender
• woody

When to wear it

Best seasons: spring, summer, fall. Most worn for: casual wear.

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