French Avenue 2025 Extrait

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Obsidian

French Avenue Obsidian is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2025. Obsidian opens with Bergamot, Grapefruit, and Aldehydes, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Myrrh, and Labdanum, and dries down to a base of Tonka Bean, Amber, and Vanilla. French Avenue's Obsidian carries an Acquired verdict, a amber-led wear.

A divisive scent that aims for a fresh twist on a boozy classic. Expect a blast of fizzy citrus up front, mellowing into a sweet, amber base. It’s a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with some hailing it as a versatile gem and others dismissing it as synthetic and uninspired.
  • Fresh
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Confident
  • Clean
Obsidian Extrait bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 19%
Floral 13%
Fruity 3%
Green 2%
Sweet 31%
Warm 19%
Woody 5%
Earthy 13%
Animalic 7%
Fresh 18%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate projection and fresh, yet subtly sweet profile make it versatile for daily wear, including casual outings and dates. While some found it office-friendly due to its non-nuclear sillage, the sweetness might be divisive in formal settings. The blend of citrus and warm notes allows for year-round wearability beyond just summer.

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About

Obsidian opens with a vibrant, almost effervescent burst of grapefruit and bergamot, underscored by bright aldehydes, giving it an invigorating, sparkly kick. This juicy freshness then transitions into a resinous heart of myrrh and labdanum, adding a hint of warmth and depth. The dry down is a comforting embrace of creamy vanilla, sweet tonka, and rich amber, leaving a soft, lingering sweetness that's both inviting and mellow.