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Galbanum hits first with a sharp green bite that feels like crushed stems on a warm morning. Saffron runs alongside it, adding a dry, dusty heat that keeps the opening from smelling like a garden. Artemisia and chamomile soften the edges with a gentle, herbal bitterness that feels more medicinal than floral.

Celery is the unexpected heart here, lending a watery, vegetal freshness that pairs strangely well with the metallic snap of geranium. Thyme adds a savory, kitchen-like dryness, while jasmine floats underneath without ever becoming sweet. The middle feels more like a stroll through a spice market at noon than a traditional perfume progression.

Leather arrives in the base with a smooth, polished texture rather than a rugged rawness. Vetiver, both Haitian and standard, anchors the blend with a smoky, rooty earthiness that feels grounded and serious. Patchouli and labdanum contribute a resinous weight that makes the entire composition feel dense and deliberate.

Composed by Antoine Lie, this is a fragrance for the man who enjoys smelling distinct and unapologetically herbal. It suits a bright, sunlit courtyard where stone walls radiate heat and the air smells of dry herbs and warm earth. The final impression is a weathered leather journal resting on a table made of dark, oiled wood.

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