Sixteen92

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Small-batch perfumes shaped by literature, history, folklore and the occult.

About Sixteen92

Sixteen92 is an independent American fragrance house founded in 2014 by Claire Baxter. The brand describes Baxter as a former creative director who leads the perfumery, and says its small team fills bottles to order in Fort Worth, Texas. Its first fragrance catalogue grew from the small-batch approach that still shapes the house.

The fragrances take their themes from literature, history, folklore and the supernatural. Sixteen92 presents each scent through a named story or reference, with product pages carrying the corresponding scent description and notes. The current catalogue includes a General Catalogue and seasonal releases such as Goth Night, alongside legacy names that have appeared in earlier editions.

Sixteen92's 2026 format update describes its current spray fragrances as Parfum, with seasonal Legacy formats handled separately. The product catalogue remains the best guide to the format of each individual listing, particularly where an older name or release has been carried forward.

The house is founder-led and sells through its own US storefront. Its gothic and literary references give the catalogue a recognisable theme, while the individual product pages provide the practical detail for comparing scents. This overview makes no house-wide claim about longevity, projection or suitability; those vary by perfume and need wearer evidence at product level.

At a Glance

The Brand

Founded 2014
Founder Claire Baxter
Country United States
Category Indie

Scent Personality

Sweetness
Moderate
Freshness
Mild
Boldness
High
Uniqueness
High

Worth It?

Price £££
Value
Moderate
Accessibility
Mild

The Range

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Scent DNA

Dark Atmospheric Story-led
  • Small-batch fine fragrance filled to order
  • Story-led themes draw on literature, history, folklore and the occult
  • Seasonal releases sit alongside the General Catalogue

Positioning

An indie, premium house known for dark compositions.

Who It's For

Best For

  • wearers drawn to literary and folklore themes
  • people who enjoy atmospheric, unconventional perfumes
  • fans of small-batch independent fragrance

Strengths & Weaknesses

Strengths

  • A distinctive literary and folklore-led identity
  • Founder-led, small-batch production
  • Detailed product stories and scent notes

Brand Evolution

Founded in 2014 as a small-batch, founder-led house, Sixteen92 now presents an ongoing General Catalogue alongside seasonal Legacy releases. Its 2026 format update distinguishes current Parfum sprays from Legacy formats.

Quick Verdict

A founder-led indie house with a clear literary and gothic identity. Its catalogue favours atmospheric stories and small-batch releases over a single house accord.

Sixteen92 Perfumes

Favourite - An approachable, versatile choice for everyday wear · Statement - A deliberate choice for its distinctive character, noticeable presence or particular setting · Acquired - A specialist choice whose character or wearing demands reward knowing your taste