Commodity 2017 EDP

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Orris

by Stephen Nilsen

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Commodity Orris is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Stephen Nilsen. Orris opens with Carrot Seeds, Bergamot, Pink Pepper, and Coriander, settles into a heart of Cedar, Patchouli, Lily of the Valley, and Tea, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Iris, and Vanilla. Commodity's Orris carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

Commodity Orris is a chameleon; a clean, fresh, and slightly powdery iris that's elegant and comforting, yet some find it oddly flat or synthetic. It's a divisive scent that's either a chic, understated gem or a scrubber, depending on your nose.
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  • Elegant
  • Clean
  • Sophisticated
  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
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Orris 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate sillage and clean, subtle character make it ideal for the office or casual wear without being overwhelming. While some find it elegant enough for formal events, its intimate nature means it might not stand out, and it's generally unsuitable for sport.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • 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

Orris opens with a sparkling burst of pink pepper and bergamot, softened by the unique, earthy sweetness of carrot seeds. This bright introduction quickly transitions into a refined heart of woody cedar and green lily-of-the-valley, underpinned by a subtle, clean tea note. The dry down is where the star, iris, truly shines, mingling with creamy vanilla and grounded by a sophisticated vetiver, creating a soft, powdery finish with a hint of earthy depth.

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