Orquidea by Daniel Josier bottle
Daniel Josier

Orquidea

4.2/5 · 6 votes Feminine 2018
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Fragrance notes

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Character

Longevity3.0/5
Sillage3.1/5
Day100
Night100
Spring100
Summer100
Fall100
Winter100
Our take

Black currant and citruses introduce a bright, tart opening that feels immediate and slightly sharp. Ylang-ylang adds a creamy floral layer that softens the initial bite. Truffle brings an earthy, savory edge that keeps the fruit from leaning too juvenile. Jasmine sits in the background, lending a clean white floral lift without dominating the mix.

The heart centers on black orchid, which reads dark and slightly jammy against the spices that linger from the top. Patchouli in the base is dry and rooty, while dark chocolate adds a bitter, almost dusty cocoa tone. Sandalwood smooths the edges with a milky woodiness. Frankincense contributes a resinous, faintly smoky weight. Amber and vanilla wrap the woods in a warm, golden sweetness that never becomes sugary.

Vetiver grounds the entire composition with a grassy, mineral freshness that cuts through the heavier notes. The overall impression is a dense floral gourmand built on earthy woods and resin. It suits cooler days when a rich, layered scent feels appropriate. Imagine walking through a greenhouse where someone has just cracked open a bar of dark chocolate near a pot of black orchids.

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