Queen In The War
Fragrance notes
Character
Queen In The War opens with a sharp, slightly thin citrus spray that feels more functional than inviting. The bergamot and citruses provide a bright start, but the transition feels abrupt rather than smooth. The shift into the heart notes happens quickly and leaves the opening feeling underdeveloped, as if the fragrance is in a hurry to move past its first impression.
The middle section brings an unusual mix of algae, cypress, and resins. The aquatic algae note gives a damp, green quality that sits alongside the dry, pine-like cypress. The resins add a warm, slightly sticky texture that tries to bridge the gap between the cool water and the dry wood. This combination creates a scent that is fresh, woody, and aromatic all at once, though the algae can feel prominent and slightly odd to some noses.
Tuberose dominates the base, pushing the fragrance into white floral and amber territory. It is a heavy, creamy flower that contrasts with the marine heart. The scent becomes more rounded and feminine here, moving away from the sharp green opening. It suits someone who enjoys a prominent tuberose paired with unconventional aquatic elements and does not mind a composition that changes character drastically from start to finish.
This release is composed by Amir Harb. The overall profile is a mix of citrus, fresh spicy, and marine accords that eventually settle into a white floral and amber finish. The tuberose remains the final word.
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