Aedes de Venustas 2013 EDP

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Iris Nazarena

by Ralf Schwieger

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Aedes de Venustas Iris Nazarena is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Ralf Schwieger. Iris Nazarena opens with Iris and Juniper, settles into a heart of Leather, Rose, and Clove, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Amber, Vetiver, and Incense. Aedes de Venustas's Iris Nazarena carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

This is a truly magnificent Iris, dark and brooding, with a sophisticated earthiness that transcends gender. While some find it challenging and say it leans mature, for many, it's a masterpiece of understated elegance and quality. Definitely a "must-try for any Iris lover."
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  • Bold
  • Calm
  • Classic
  • Confident
  • Elegant
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Iris Nazarena Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Iris60%
Juniper40%
Heartas listed
Leather42%
Rose29%
Clove29%
Baseas listed
Incense28%
Woody Notes27%
Vetiver25%
Amber20%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

The sophisticated woody-iris-leather profile makes it excellent for date nights and formal wear. While it's generally a more intimate scent, its depth and character mean it might be a bit much for a casual setting or a typical office environment.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Iris Nazarena opens with a bold, earthy iris, underpinned by fresh juniper. As it settles, a rich, realistic leather emerges, intertwined with a touch of clove spice and delicate rose. The drydown is a deeply sophisticated union of vetiver, warm woods, amber, and a smoky incense, creating a dry, rooty, and subtly musky finish that lasts for ages.

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Where to buy

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