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Diavolo Extremely Woman by Antonio Banderas
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ANTONIO BANDERASRANK #40,387 OVERALL

Diavolo Extremely Woman

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3.3628 votes · 3 reviewsFEMALE

Diavolo Extremely Woman is a powdery woody floral with a crisp grapefruit opening, a violet-led heart, and a soft sandalwood base. It feels feminine, polished, and slightly old-school in a good way. This is less about sweetness and more about texture. If you like violet scents that wear smooth, dry, and ladylike, it offers a refined profile that can feel more expensive.

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72 VOTES
LONGEVITY
51
Moderate
7 votes
SILLAGE
54
Strong
7 votes
LOVE / HATE
59
Neutral
28 votes
PRICE VALUE
50
Fair
2 votes
RR SCORE
46
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Ratings28
Reviews3
OVERALL51Building evidence72 votes
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The available wear data is limited, so performance should be treated as variable. It often looks moderate in both longevity and sillage, though one user reported 8 hours or more on skin. Expect a scent that can sit fairly close to the body after the opening rather than behaving like an obvious powerhouse.

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Grapefruit
MIDDLE
Violet
BASE
Sandalwood

This is a powdery woody floral built around violet. Grapefruit gives the opening a crisp citrus edge, then the scent quickly turns softer and more classic, with violet adding a cosmetic, ladylike tone and sandalwood giving the base a dry, smooth finish. It reads more polished than sweet, and more textured than bright.

Main Accords

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Woody
Powdery
Citrus
Violet
Warm Spicy
Aromatic
Floral
Fresh Spicy

The woody and powdery accords appear to lead the experience, with citrus and violet shaping the character. In wear, that likely means a brief fresh sparkle up top, then a soft, dry floral center that feels smooth and slightly retro. The warm spicy and aromatic accents seem secondary, adding texture rather than changing the perfume's powdery violet core.

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It looks easiest to wear in fall and winter. The vote picture leans most toward daytime.

Pros & Cons

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WHY PEOPLE MAY LIKE IT

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Clear powdery violet character

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Polished, feminine style

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Grapefruit keeps the opening from feeling too flat

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Sandalwood adds a smooth dry-down

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Can smell more refined than the price suggests

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Moderate profile suits close-range wear

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Works well for lovers of classic florals

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Useful cooler-weather option

WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR

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Very limited note structure

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May feel too powdery for some tastes

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Violet can read old-fashioned

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Performance does not look fully consistent

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Not ideal if you want sweetness

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May feel too restrained for statement wear

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Availability may be patchy

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Less appealing for fans of modern fruity florals

Fragranxe Review

EDITORIAL
“A Powdery Violet Floral With A Polished, Classic Side”

Diavolo Extremely Woman is a simple build on paper, but the style is clearer than the note list might suggest. Grapefruit, violet, and sandalwood point toward a fragrance that is less about complexity and more about character. From the available evidence, that character is powdery, woody, softly floral, and distinctly feminine.

The opening looks to be the brightest stage. Grapefruit should give it a dry citrus lift rather than a juicy cocktail effect, which helps stop the fragrance from feeling flat too early. That fresh edge does not seem to last as the main story, though. Very quickly, the scent appears to settle into violet, powder, and wood, which is where its real identity sits.

Violet is likely the key reason people notice this one. A user specifically reacted to it as a violet perfume, and the accord structure supports that impression. This is not the kind of floral that feels watery or airy. It usually reads softer, more cosmetic, and more traditional, with a powdery texture that gives the scent a ladylike feel. One review even describes it as sophisticated, which fits the way the notes and accords line up.

Sandalwood seems to do most of the grounding. Rather than pushing the fragrance into creamy sweetness, it likely gives the dry-down a smoother, slightly warm woody base. The warm spicy and aromatic facets in the accord profile suggest a bit of extra texture around the edges, but not enough to turn it sharp or aggressively spicy. The result sounds more composed than playful.

Performance is the one area where expectations should stay measured. The votes are limited and mixed, so there is no strong consensus. It may wear moderately on many people, while some can get better longevity. One wearer reported 8 hours or more on skin, which is promising, but it is safer to treat that as a good-case result rather than a guarantee. Projection also looks moderate overall, with some room for stronger wear depending on skin and application.

Where this fragrance makes the most sense is for someone who enjoys powdery violet perfumes and wants a budget-friendly scent with a more dressed, polished tone. It seems better suited to cooler days, mild evenings, and settings where a classic feminine profile feels right. If you want something sugary, very modern, or loudly sensual, this may feel too restrained. If you like a floral that smells composed, woody, and quietly elegant, it makes a stronger case.

FRAGRANXE EDITORIAL

FAQs

What does Diavolo Extremely Woman smell like?+

It smells like a powdery woody floral with a citrus lift at the start. Grapefruit gives the opening some brightness, violet shapes the heart, and sandalwood brings a soft, dry finish.

Is Diavolo Extremely Woman very powdery?+

Yes. The fragrance data points strongly toward a powdery profile, and the violet note supports that impression. If you enjoy classic powdery florals, that is one of its clearest selling points.

Does the violet stand out?+

Usually yes. Violet looks central to the character here, giving the scent its soft floral and lightly cosmetic feel more than a fresh or juicy style would.

Is it sweet?+

It does not read as strongly sweet from the available evidence. It looks more woody, powdery, citrusy, and softly floral than sugary or gourmand.

Is Diavolo Extremely Woman more fresh or warm?+

It sits in the middle. The grapefruit opening adds freshness, while the sandalwood and warm spicy facets make the dry-down feel warmer and smoother.

How long does Diavolo Extremely Woman last?+

Performance looks mixed in the limited evidence. Community voting suggests anything from weak to long lasting wear, and one user specifically reported 8 hours or more on skin.

Is the projection strong?+

It appears moderate overall, with some users voting for stronger sillage. It is not clearly a huge room-filler from the evidence available.

When does this fragrance suit best?+

It looks especially comfortable in cooler weather, where the powdery woods and violet can feel smoother and more settled. It can also work in mild daytime settings if you like classic floral styles.

Is it good for everyday wear?+

It can be, especially if you enjoy a polished, feminine scent with a slightly classic character. The powdery violet style may feel more dressed-up than very casual fresh fragrances.

Does it smell mature?+

It can come across that way. One review describes it as very ladylike and sophisticated, which suggests a more classic feminine profile rather than a playful fruity style.

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Overall#40,387
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Most Reviewed#24,294
Best Longevity#56,495
Best Sillage#56,230
Price Value#38,522

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