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Mancera Of The Wild fragrance
Mancera

Mancera Of The Wild

EDP Unisex · 2022 · by Pierre Montale
8.0 /10

Mancera Of The Wild scores 9/10 for longevity and performs best in Cold conditions.

Best in Cold 9/10 longevity
From USD 200–280From EUR 184–258From GBP 158–221From PKR 40,000–55,000From AED 750–1,000From INR 16,600–23,240From SAR 750–1,050
9 Longevity
9 Sillage
7 Versatility
8 Value
6.6 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

Fruity Leather Woody Sweet
Fragrance Note PyramidTOP NOTES0–30 min1Bergamot2Lemon3RhubarbStrawberryHEART NOTES30–120 min1Violet2Rose3OudLeatherBASE NOTES2h+1Vanilla2White Musk3AmberOakmoss
Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min

Heart Notes — the core, 30 min – 2 hrs

Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfileFruityLeatherWoodySweetGreenACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Evening Special Occasions Going Out
Seasons
Autumn Winter

Climate Performance

Avg 6.6 / 10
Extreme Heat
4/10
Average
45°C and above
Riyadh, Jacobabad, Kuwait City, Phoenix
Hot & Humid
5/10
Average
Around 35°C with high humidity
Dubai, Karachi, Mumbai, Miami
Warm & Dry
7/10
Good
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
8/10
Excellent
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
9/10
Excellent
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Expert Analysis

What Makes It Unique

A bold and intriguing blend of sweet fruits and robust leather, softened by a creamy vanilla base, embodying a wild yet refined essence.

Pakistan & GCC Perspective

Its intensity makes it suitable for cooler weather or evening events in the region, projecting confidence and uniqueness in a crowded room.

How It Compares

Often compared to other fruity-leather fragrances, Of The Wild offers a distinctive Mancera DNA with its powerful projection and longevity.

The Controversy

Some find the opening fruity notes jarring against the heavier leather and oud, requiring time to appreciate its complexity.

Mancera Mancera Of The Wild: Niche Perfumery with Purpose

Niche houses operate by different rules. Where designer perfumery chases broad appeal, a house like Mancera pursues a specific vision — and Mancera Of The Wild is a clear expression of that philosophy. A EDP built on Fruity, Leather, Woody, Sweet, Green, composed by Pierre Montale, it offers something mainstream perfumery rarely delivers: genuine singularity at a price that still makes sense for the Pakistani and Gulf markets.

A bold and intriguing blend of sweet fruits and robust leather, softened by a creamy vanilla base, embodying a wild yet refined essence.

How Mancera Of The Wild Smells: Notes & Development

Mancera Of The Wild opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Rhubarb and Strawberry — an assertive first impression that carries across a room. Once that burns off, usually inside the first half hour, the heart turns to Violet, Rose, Oud and Leather. What lingers on skin and clothing hours later is the base: Vanilla, White Musk, Amber and Oakmoss.

Strip it back to the bones and the profile reads Fruity, Leather, Woody, Sweet, Green — the kind of profile that rewards a second and third wearing.

Performance: Longevity, Sillage & Versatility

Longevity (9/10): Mancera Of The Wild delivers exceptional longevity for EDP. On most skin types expect 12+ hours. A single morning application typically carries through well into the evening without reinforcement.

Sillage (9/10): Mancera Of The Wild projects at room-filling intensity, announcing itself without apology. One or two sprays is all that is needed — over-application will overpower rather than impress.

Versatility (7/10): Mancera Of The Wild is context-aware, performing well across a range of situations without feeling mismatched. From casual daytime to formal evening, it adapts without feeling out of place.

Value (8/10): At PKR 40,000, Mancera Of The Wild delivers significantly more than its price tag suggests — one of the better value propositions in its category.

How Mancera Of The Wild Performs in Pakistani & Gulf Heat

Of the five climate zones we score, Mancera Of The Wild does best in cold (Murree, Moscow) at 9/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast. The number to watch is extreme heat (Riyadh, Jacobabad) at 4/10, where you are better off reaching for something else.

Its intensity makes it suitable for cooler weather or evening events in the region, projecting confidence and uniqueness in a crowded room.

Its average across all five zones is 6.6/10 — broad enough to wear most of the year without second-guessing the weather.

Occasions & When to Wear

Mancera Of The Wild is best suited to Evening, Special Occasions, Going Out. The projection ensures presence without deliberate effort — ideal for outdoor gatherings and social occasions where you want to register.

Seasonally, Mancera Of The Wild performs best in Autumn, Winter. The climate data supports this range, though performance at the extremes — deep cold or intense heat — may vary.

Often compared to other fruity-leather fragrances, Of The Wild offers a distinctive Mancera DNA with its powerful projection and longevity.

Price in Pakistan & UAE — Is It Worth It?

In Pakistan, Mancera Of The Wild is priced at PKR 40,000–55,000. This positions it firmly in the luxury tier of the Pakistani market — a considered purchase competing with international designer releases.

In the UAE market, expect to pay AED 750–1000. Dubai and Abu Dhabi duty-free counters, along with major retailers like Sephora and Bloomingdale’s, typically carry Mancera Of The Wild.

International pricing sits at USD $200–$280, useful for travellers and those considering grey-market imports.

Where to buy: Pakistan: Scentsation, J.. GCC/UAE: Sephora, Harvey Nichols. Global: Mancera Paris, Notino.

Verdict

Mancera Of The Wild earns its premium through genuine distinction rather than marketing mythology — a fragrance that rewards the wearer rather than impressing bystanders.

It lands at an overall 7.8/10 in our scoring — performance, climate fit and value all pulling the same direction. For buyers in Pakistan and the Gulf, Mancera Of The Wild is an easy bottle to recommend.

Some find the opening fruity notes jarring against the heavier leather and oud, requiring time to appreciate its complexity.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Mancera Of The Wild last?

Mancera Of The Wild has a longevity score of 9/10. On average skin, expect 12+ hours. Performance can vary with skin type, application method, and ambient temperature — heat accelerates diffusion while dry skin absorbs fragrance faster.

Is Mancera Of The Wild worth buying in Pakistan?

At PKR 40,000, Mancera Of The Wild by Mancera is an excellent value for its price category. Its performance scores, climate suitability for Pakistani conditions, and composition quality make it a strong value proposition.

What does Mancera Of The Wild smell like?

Mancera Of The Wild is characterised by Fruity, Leather, Woody, Sweet, Green accords. Opening with Bergamot and Lemon, the heart revolves around Violet and Rose, settling into a base of Vanilla and White Musk.

Is Mancera Of The Wild suitable for hot weather in Pakistan or the UAE?

Mancera Of The Wild was not designed for extreme heat (score: 5/10). In Karachi, Lahore, or Dubai in summer, reserve it for cooled indoor environments or evening wear.

Is Mancera Of The Wild for men or women?

Mancera Of The Wild is marketed as a Unisex fragrance. In practice, its character is better defined by its composition than by any marketing category.