No.86
Fragrance notes
Character
Black pepper and bitter almond strike first, sharp and slightly bitter, with a vanilla note that feels more like a shadow than a sweetener. The opening is dry and resinous rather than gourmand, leaning into the aromatic side of the accord list. Narcissus brings a yellow floral weight that keeps the spices from feeling clinical, while cinnamon adds a warm, dusty heat that settles quickly into the frankincense.
The heart is where the fragrance finds its stride. Frankincense and narcissus create a resinous floral blend that feels ancient and meditative. Cinnamon supports them without turning the composition into a bakery scent. It is a warm spicy aroma that stays close to the skin in character, never loud, always present. The transition from the bitter almond top to this resinous core feels seamless and intentional.
Palo santo and multiple sandalwood varieties anchor the base, supported by Madagascar vanilla and tonka bean. The vanilla here is dark and woody, not sugary, blending into the amber accord instead of leading it. Atlas cedar adds a dry, structural edge that keeps the resin from becoming too soft. It suits someone who enjoys incense and wood over bright citrus or fresh laundry scents.
This is a fragrance for dim rooms, heavy wool coats, and the quiet hours when the air turns cool. It feels at home in a space lit only by flickering resin smoke and the grain of old timber.
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