Carthusia 2007 Edp

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Numero Uno

Carthusia Numero Uno is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2007. Numero Uno opens with Eucalyptus, Bergamot, and Orange, settles into a heart of Violet, Ylang-Ylang, Patchouli, and Artemisia, and dries down to a base of Labdanum, Vetiver, Woody, and Musk. Carthusia's Numero Uno carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a divisive trip down memory lane. For some, it's a classy, old-school chypre with a timeless appeal; for others, it's a dated, soapy struggle, with notes reminiscent of airplane lavatories. Definitely not a blind buy.
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  • Aromatic
  • Bold
  • Warm
Numero Uno Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 20%
Floral 11%
Fruity 4%
Green 16%
Sweet 12%
Warm 9%
Woody 14%
Earthy 16%
Animalic 8%
Fresh 25%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
100%
Aromatic
89%
Citrus
79%
Amber
76%
Fresh Spicy
61%

Notes

Top Notes

Eucalyptus 40% Orange 31% Bergamot 29%

Heart Notes

Artemisia 19% Thyme 18% Violet 17% Ylang-Ylang 17% Patchouli 15% Litsea Cubeba 14%

Base Notes

Myrrh 30% Labdanum 19% Musk 18% Vetiver 18% Woody 15%

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date Casual

Its potent opening and strong sillage, as noted by reviewers, make it less suitable for office wear. However, its refined, mature character makes it an excellent choice for formal events and dates, evoking a 'gentlemanly sophistication'.

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Numero Uno opens with a sharp, invigorating burst of eucalyptus and bright citrus from bergamot and orange, giving it a nearly medicinal freshness. This quickly settles into an aromatic heart of violet and thyme, underpinned by earthy patchouli and a hint of ylang-ylang's creamy sweetness. The dry down is a sophisticated blend of woody notes, musky labdanum, and a whisper of myrrh, offering a natural resinous depth that lingers elegantly.

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