Sombre Douceur
Fragrance notes
Character
Sombre Douceur opens with a bright mix of fig, pink grapefruit, black currant, neroli and apple that feels fresh and slightly tart. The fruit is immediate and clear, giving way to a heart of iris, jasmine sambac, black pepper, freesia and orchid. Iris and jasmine lead here, softened by freesia and orchid, while black pepper adds a gentle lift without turning sharp. This stage carries a powdery, floral character that stays close to the skin and feels composed rather than loud. The base brings siam benzoin, black tea, amberwood, vanilla and cedar into the blend. Benzoin and vanilla lend a warm, resinous sweetness, amberwood and cedar give a dry, woody frame, and black tea adds a faintly bitter, earthy edge that keeps the sweetness from becoming heavy. The overall accord is iris, amber, woody, powdery, fruity, violet, warm spicy, floral, vanilla and earthy. It suits a quiet evening indoors when the air is cool, where the resinous warmth and powdery florals feel natural against low light. The scent settles into a calm, amberwood and vanilla finish.
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