Arquiste 2016 EDP

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Ella

by Rodrigo Flores-Roux

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Arquiste Ella is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Rodrigo Flores-Roux. Arquiste's Ella carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is a truly divisive scent. For some, Ella is a sexy, vintage-inspired chypre that oozes confidence, but for others, it's a dirty, unwearable mess. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
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  • Bold
  • Elegant
  • Confident
  • Sensual
  • Fresh
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Ella 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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

With strong longevity and sillage, Ella is best suited for evening wear or special occasions where its bold character can shine without overwhelming. Its vintage, sensual profile makes it perfect for a date, while it's generally too intense for an office setting or casual daytime use.

Ingredients and allergens

We don't have this fragrance's ingredient list yet.

About

Ella opens with an intriguing and slightly chaotic blend of green angelica and earthy carrot seeds, immediately setting a unique tone. Soon after, a rich, honeyed jasmine and rose heart emerges, entwined with a smoky undertone that hints at sophisticated glamour. The drydown settles into a sensual, animalic base of civet and ambergris, grounded by vetiver and patchouli, creating a complex, old-school chypre character.

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