Athena by Maison Alhambra

Eau de Parfum • Women • Floral Woody Gourmand

Product description

Athena by Maison Alhambra is a feminine, elegant and versatile fragrance released in 2025 that celebrates grace, confidence and timeless beauty. It opens with bright, juicy citrus and a gentle spicy lift, unfolds into a lush floral heart, and settles into a warm, creamy woody-vanilla base that feels soft, sensual and very wearable. 

Inspiration / Vibe

Maison Alhambra doesn’t officially call Athena a clone of any designer scent, but many fragrance enthusiasts and reviewers note that it shares a similar vibe to Burberry Goddess — especially in how citrus and florals evolve into a cozy vanilla-woody dry-down. This is a community observation, not a brand claim. 

Notes (short)

Top Notes:

Tangerine, Pink Pepper, Bergamot — fresh, bright and vibrant. 

Heart Notes:

Jasmine Sambac, Ylang-Ylang, Lily of the Valley — soft, feminine florals at the core. 

Base Notes:

Vanilla, Sandalwood, Patchouli — warm, creamy and grounding. 

What it smells like

Athena opens with an invigorating burst of citrus and pink pepper, giving a fresh, uplifting first impression. The heart unfolds into elegant white florals that add a refined feminine warmth. As it dries down, vanilla and creamy woods create a soft, sensual base that lingers beautifully on the skin with a subtle sweet-woody trail. 

Many reviewers feel the fragrance carries a classy, modern femininity — bright yet cozy and easy to wear for both everyday and more dressed-up moments. 

Performance

• Longevity: Moderate — generally several hours on skin, stronger on clothes.  
• Sillage: Moderate to intimate — smooth and not overpowering.  
• Projection: Soft at first, warming into a creamy dry-down.  

Community impressions vary, with some noting that a bit of maceration (letting the bottle rest) helps soften sharper top notes and improve harmony. 

Best for

• Daytime and evening wear — elegant and versatile.  
• Spring, autumn and cooler weather — warm base stands out in mild to cool climates.  
• Office to date night — polished and confident presence.  
• Fans of floral-vanilla fragrances — especially those who love modern feminine blends with soft warmth.