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Fall of Phaeton

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Argos Fragrances Fall of Phaeton is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2024. Fall of Phaeton opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Pink Pepper, and Cardamom, settles into a heart of Oud, Lavender, and Labdanum, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Vanilla, and Tonka Bean. Argos Fragrances's Fall of Phaeton carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

Divisive yet undeniably luxurious, Fall of Phaeton is a bold statement, delivering a rich, complex scent for those who appreciate grandeur, but don't mind a bit of a love/hate dynamic from the crowd. It's a beast for some, a disappointment for others, but never boring.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Sensual
  • Sophisticated
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Fall of Phaeton 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

With significant projection and a rich, impactful scent profile, Fall of Phaeton is better suited for occasions where a bold statement is desired. It's too much for the office but absolutely shines on dates or formal events, though its versatility means it can work casually in cooler weather too.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Fall of Phaeton launches with a sparkling, spicy burst of ginger, lemon, and pink pepper, brightened by aromatic cardamom and bergamot. As this initial zing settles, it transitions into a heart where smooth lavender intertwines with a subtle, woody oud and labdanum warmth. The dry down is a luxurious embrace of creamy vanilla and tonka bean, underpinned by a distinctive leathery depth and a hint of soft musk, creating a warm, inviting, and sophisticated aura that lingers beautifully.

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