Labradorite No. 13
Fragrance notes
Character
Palo Santo and cardamom open this resinous blend with a dry, herbal lift that feels carved from stone. The marjoram adds a cool, slightly medicinal edge before the heart reveals a creamy tuberose that refuses to dominate. Ambergris and frankincense weave through the florals, giving the composition a buoyant, salty mineral quality. The base anchors everything with oud and sandalwood, while castoreum and civet lend a thick, animalic weight that lingers on fabric long after the initial application. The scent stays near the body, creating a personal aura rather than announcing itself from across a space.
Olivier Durbano composed a fragrance that feels like walking through a cold chapel at dusk, the air thick with incense and ancient wood. The opoponax adds a warm, powdery sweetness that balances the rawness of the musks, preventing the animalic notes from becoming too aggressive. It suits someone who enjoys scents that challenge the nose and evolve slowly throughout the day. Those who prefer clean, soapy, or purely citrus compositions will find this blend far too dense and primal for their taste.
Wear it when the air turns crisp and you want a scent that mirrors the weight of a heavy wool coat and the silence of a foggy path. The herbal opening cuts through the damp cold, while the resinous base provides a grounding warmth that feels protective against the elements. It is a companion for quiet reflection and slow movements, a scent that demands you pay attention to the way the civet curls around the creamy sandalwood, changing the texture of the air around you as the resinous smoke continues to
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