New York
Fragrance notes
Character
New York opens with bergamot and pepper, joined by elemi, blue sage, and cumin. The citrus is bright and the spice is immediate, giving the entrance a dry heat that feels alert rather than heavy. Elemi adds a resinous lift to the pepper, while blue sage brings a cool herbal edge that keeps the cumin from feeling too dark. The top stays active and textured, moving between citrus sharpness and spicy warmth without settling into one single tone.
The heart introduces sequoia, bark, and lichen alongside musk, incense, Indian oud, and a continued spicy thread. Wood here feels dry and structured, with bark and lichen adding an earthy, slightly dusty quality. Incense rests gently over the musk, and the oud gives depth without dominating the blend. The middle stays aromatic and woody, letting the fresh spice from the opening fade into a calm, resinous core that feels grounded and composed.
Vetiver, cedar, labdanum, patchouli, amber, and sandalwood form a base that is woody, balsamic, and quietly musky. Cedar and vetiver keep the drydown clean, while labdanum and amber add a soft, golden warmth. Patchouli and sandalwood round out the foundation with earthy smoothness, and the overall impression stays aromatic and citrus-adjacent even as the woods take over. It suits someone who wants a dry, spicy wood that feels composed and alert in daylight, with enough resin and musk to keep the silhouette warm
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