Cassandra
Fragrance notes
Character
The heavy door swings shut behind you and the foyer of the old townhouse goes quiet. A rush of aldehydes lifts from your collar, bright and slightly metallic, carrying lemon and bergamot past the staircase. Geranium adds a green, slightly peppery edge that cuts through the initial sparkle. The air is warm from the radiators and the room smells of polished wood and heavy curtains.
In the center of the space, rose and lavender settle into the air, supported by jasmine and a dark thread of myrrh. Hazelnut and honey bring a rounded, edible softness that keeps the florals from feeling sharp. Galbanum pushes a bitter green note through the middle, while patchouli adds earth. The blend feels dense and layered, like a thick wool coat draped over a velvet chair in a room lit only by a low lamp.
Musk and amber wrap around the scene, deepened by civet and a mix of resins, benzoin, and styrax. Sandalwood provides a smooth, creamy woodiness that sits beside vanilla and oakmoss. The overall impression is balsamic and powdery, with a warm spicy character and a clear animalic touch. The scent belongs to this room and this hour. It rests on amber.
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