Havana 1825
Fragrance notes
Character
Saffron and ylang-ylang open the composition with a golden, slightly medicinal brightness. The citrus that follows is sharp and fleeting, a quick flash before the heavier elements arrive. Virginia cedar brings a dry, pencil-shaving texture to the heart. May rose and jasmine add a soft floral layer that feels dusted with powder. Cloves introduce a prickly heat that sits just beneath the surface of the flowers.
Tonka bean and vanilla create a thick, sugary syrup in the base. Amber adds a resinous weight that feels heavy on the skin. Tobacco and leather arrive with a rugged, slightly tarry scent. The musk here is not clean. It leans animalic and carries a metallic edge that can feel abrasive to some noses. This is a scent for a heavy wool coat and a quiet street after a cold rain. It fits a dim room with old wood furniture and a lingering fire.
The sweetness is intense and may overwhelm those who prefer green or aquatic profiles. It is a dense fragrance that demands a certain mood and a willingness to stand out. The powdery accord softens the sharper spices, but the overall impression remains dark and opulent. The metallic accord persists throughout the wear. Leather.
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