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Arquiste 2012 EDT

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Anima Dulcis

by Yann Vasnier , Rodrigo Flores-Roux

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Arquiste Anima Dulcis is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2012, created by Yann Vasnier and Rodrigo Flores-Roux. Anima Dulcis settles into a heart of Cacao Pod, Pimiento, Cinnamon, and Vanilla. Arquiste's Anima Dulcis carries a Statement verdict, a warm spicy-led wear.

This is a seriously polarising scent - some find it a unique, delicious blend of spicy cocoa, while others recoil from what they perceive as a dusty, overly savoury mess. Definitely not a safe blind buy, so get your nose on it first.
  • Mysterious
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Cozy
  • Sensual
Anima Dulcis Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its warm, spicy, and somewhat heavy profile makes it less suitable for the office or sport. However, its unique and sensual character shines on dates and during casual wear, though its moderate projection means it won't overwhelm in formal settings.

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About

Anima Dulcis kicks off with a warm, spiced opening, a generous dash of pimiento giving way to deep, unsweetened cacao. Rich vanilla smooths out the edges, while a hint of cinnamon weaves through, preventing it from straying into overly sweet territory. It's a complex, old-world profile that settles into a cozy, subtly sweet warmth.