Aedes de Venustas 2012 EDP

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Signature

by Bertrand Duchaufour

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Aedes de Venustas Signature is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Bertrand Duchaufour. Signature opens with Pink Pepper and Apple, settles into a heart of Rhubarb, Honeysuckle, Tomato Leaf, and Cannabis, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Hazelnut, and Incense. Aedes de Venustas's Signature carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This one's a wild card. Some reckon it's a unique masterpiece, a fresh green journey to an Italian garden. But for others, it's a jarring, sour mess, like old V8 juice or insect repellent. Definitely try before you buy, it's divisive.
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Signature Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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 Summer
Also Works:
Fall

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its potent green and aromatic profile, coupled with strong initial projection, might be a bit much for a conservative office. However, its fresh and invigorating qualities make it excellent for casual wear or even light sport, especially in warmer months. While some find it alluring for a date, its unique and potentially polarising character means it's not a go-to for formal events.

About

Imagine stepping into a vibrant, sun-drenched vegetable garden after a spring rain. Signature opens with a bold, tart rhubarb and spicy tomato leaf, a natural and invigorating blast. As it settles, green apple and a subtle cannabis note add a fresh, slightly sweet fruitiness, while an earthy vetiver intertwined with a clean, transparent incense provides a sophisticated depth. It's a complex dance of green, fruity, and woody accords, evolving from crisp verdancy to an elegant, smoky-sweet warmth.

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