Lost California by West Third Brand bottle
West Third Brand

Lost California

3.5/5 · 11 votes Unisex 2017
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Fragrance notes

Notes

Character

Longevity2.5/5
Sillage1.7/5
Day75
Night100
Fall75
Winter50
Summer25
Spring0
Our take

Walking past a backyard bonfire after the sun has gone down, you catch the smoke before the flame. Palo santo and sage lead here, dry and resinous, with pepper pricking at the edges. Bergamot adds a bright lift that keeps the smoke from feeling heavy, while cannabis deepens the herbal side into something a little wild. Labdanum and musk pull the whole blend toward a warm, powdery skin feel that stays close and personal. It is aromatic without leaning into soap, woody without turning into a lumberyard, and fresh spicy in a way that feels more like crushed leaves than kitchen heat. The mix reads as natural and a bit untamed, suited to someone who likes a fragrance that smells like a place rather than a product.

This is not a crowd pleaser in the polished sense. The cannabis note can read sharp to noses that expect a clean, traditional finish, and the powdery musk may feel a little dusty to those who prefer crisp, transparent blends. It asks for a wearer who is fine with a scent that does not smooth out every rough edge. If you want a safe, office friendly aroma that disappears neatly into the background, this will feel too specific and too bold. The character is distinct, but the composition does not bend to suit every taste.

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