Arquiste 2015 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Nanban

by Yann Vasnier , Rodrigo Flores-Roux

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Arquiste Nanban is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Yann Vasnier and Rodrigo Flores-Roux. Nanban opens with Pepper, Saffron, and Tea, settles into a heart of Leather, Osmanthus, Coffee, and Myrrh, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Frankincense, Styrax, and Juniper. Arquiste's Nanban carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This is a serious, complex resin-bomb with an old-school charm that will divide a room quicker than politics. It's not for everyone, with some finding it a headache-inducing mess and others hailing it as a masterpiece of dark, warm spices and resins.
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  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Edgy
  • Warm
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Nanban 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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent projection and intense, dark notes make it entirely unsuitable for office wear or casual outings. However, the deep, luxurious, and mysterious character, coupled with its strong sillage and longevity, makes it perfect for formal events and romantic date nights in colder weather.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

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

Nanban takes you on a voyage through a rich tapestry of scent. It opens with a punchy blend of pepper and saffron, quickly giving way to a heart of dark leather and warm coffee. As it settles, a heavy base of frankincense and styrax emerges, creating a deep, resinous, and subtly animalic aroma that lingers for hours.

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