House of Matriarch 2017 Parfum

U ££ Acquired

Destrier

by Christi Meshell

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House of Matriarch Destrier is a Parfum launched in 2017, created by Christi Meshell. House of Matriarch's Destrier carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

Destrier is an earthy leather scent with hay, clover and grass that pull it out into a field. Smoke and valerian add a rough edge. It is rustic and unusual, and it will not suit anyone who wants a polished, pretty fragrance.
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  • Unique
  • Edgy
  • Grounded
  • Woody
  • Bold
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Destrier 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

Also Works:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

Best Occasions

Also Works:
Office Date Casual Formal Sport

About

Leather sits at the centre of this scent, surrounded by hay, clover and grass that give it a dry, green, countryside character. Woody notes and smoke add a dark, dry depth, and valerian brings a rough, earthy edge. Sweet notes soften the whole thing slightly, so the leather does not become harsh. It is a rustic, outdoorsy scent that leans strange and natural over clean and polished.

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