Waiting to Hold You
Fragrance notes
Character
A dim room fills with the heavy scent of burning wood and dark tobacco leaves. Cambodian oud adds a deep, resinous weight while coffee brings a roasted bitterness to the air. Marigold and saffron lend a golden, slightly medicinal heat that curls through the space.
Honey drips over the florals, making the jasmine and both rose varieties feel thick and syrupy rather than fresh. Osmanthus contributes a soft, dried fruit texture that blends into the animalic warmth. A trace of absinthe cuts the sugar with a sharp, herbal edge, keeping the air from becoming too cloying.
The balsamic finish wraps the smoke and spice in a smooth, dark blanket. Wear this when the night is cold and the streetlights glow orange on wet pavement. It is for the person who wants to stand in a doorway and feel the warmth of a heavy coat and a darker mood.
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