Gallagher Fragrances 2016 EDP

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Carpe Cafe

by Daniel Gallagher

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Gallagher Fragrances Carpe Cafe is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Daniel Gallagher. Carpe Cafe opens with Vanilla and Coffee, settles into a heart of Fir and Cypress, and dries down to a base of Amber, Sandalwood, Labdanum, and Myrrh. Gallagher Fragrances's Carpe Cafe carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

Divisive, unique, and utterly compelling. Carpe Cafe is a strong, uncompromising coffee-fir scent that's not for everyone, but if it hits, it hits hard. Prepare for compliments or confused stares; there's no in-between.
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  • Mysterious
  • Warm
  • Edgy
  • Cozy
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Carpe Cafe Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Coffee60%
Vanilla40%
Heartas listed
Fir52%
Cypress48%
Baseas listed
Myrrh31%
Amber25%
Sandalwood24%
Labdanum20%

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 autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

With its strong sillage and long-lasting nature, Carpe Cafe is best suited for social, relaxed settings rather than a professional office. The intense coffee and resinous notes make it ideal for cooler weather dates and casual outings, providing a comforting yet bold presence.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Imagine a mug of rich, dark coffee infused with a generous swirl of sweet vanilla, initially commanding your full attention. This bold gourmand opening soon softens, allowing crisp fir and aromatic cypress to emerge, evoking the scent of a winter forest. As it settles, a warm, balsamic embrace of amber, sandalwood, and myrrh grounds the composition, creating a complex and intriguing dry-down that lingers for hours.

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