Q.uart.z Quantic 17:8 by Olivier Durbano bottle
Olivier Durbano

Q.uart.z Quantic 17:8

4.2/5 · 16 votes Unisex 2021
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Fragrance notes

Top notes
Kunzea
Heart notes
Base notes

Character

Longevity4.3/5
Sillage3.1/5
Day90
Night60
Spring100
Fall90
Summer80
Winter30
Our take

Q.uart.z Quantic 17:8 is a fragrance built for the person who finds peace in a garden that is just beginning to wake up. The opening proves this immediately with a rush of pine tree needles and bergamot that feels like cool air moving through tall grass. Kunzea and hyssop add a sharp, green edge that keeps the brightness from ever feeling flat. Frankincense appears early here, not as a heavy church scent, but as a clean, resinous thread that lifts the citrus higher. The marigold contributes a slight golden warmth, creating a space that feels open and sunlit rather than enclosed. This is not a composition that hides in the shadows or waits for a formal evening. It captures the specific energy of walking outside when the light is clear and the world feels expansive, offering a scent that matches a mood of quiet activity and fresh starts.

The heart introduces Damask rose and magnolia, but these flowers do not turn the scent soft or overly romantic. They provide a smooth landing for the sharp greens, allowing the aromatic top to settle into something more grounded. As it moves forward, cypriol and tonka bean create a woody, sweet foundation that retains the initial clarity. The frankincense returns in the base to tie the experience together, maintaining that balsamic, airy quality. Musk adds a gentle warmth that makes the amber accord feel welcoming rather than heavy. It is a study in keeping a resinous profile light on its feet, proving that materials often associated with darkness can thrive in the open air when paired with the right citrus and pine

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