THESCENTOLOGY

A perfect example of how a classy and refined patchouli scent should smell   Virile, with a twist. For the man who wears a pinstripe suit with ease and self-assurance, whose highly sophisticated virility is tinged with artistic flair, and whose ruthless pursuit of seduction is somewhat of an aesthetic endeavor. Read More This perfume reveals the style behind impeccable appearance: patchouli is the pinstripe suit, with a cocktail of rum absolute and mandarin in hand, for a distinct flavor of late nights in dark corners; as cedar, suede and incense are the underlying sensual pulse, warmed by vanilla in a small acknowledgment of intimacy. For the polished womanizer. NOTES Mandarin, rum absolute, patchouli, cedar, suede, incense. REVIEW A modern classic that highlights the warm, woody and earthy facets of a luscious and camphorous patchouli combining it with precious incense and a kinda orange liquor vibe provided by tangerine balmed in rum. The big bol...

Worn like a couture winter coat  An enveloping warmth. First and foremost a creative response to designer Dries Van Noten’s Flemish roots. Read More Belgium’s stark winter call for domestic warmth, while its history, as one of the great stages for the trade of precious raw materials, calls for a rich amalgam of textures and motifs: tea by the fire, speculoos biscuits and Indian spices inspired this comforting blend of milky sandalwood, vanilla, saffron, and sacrasol, for a lasting effect of exotic, buttery warmth.  NOTES Bergamot, saffron, sandalwood, vanilla, sacrasol, white musk. REVIEW A fantastic concoction by Bruno Jovanovic where he perfectly uses and blend buttery, creamy and milky Mysore sandalwood with a sweet Belgian dessert accord lifted with the bright notes of bergamot and lemon to play a counterpart in the creamy sweet overall profile. The patchouli, spices (especially saffron) and precious musks reinforc...