House of Matriarch 2013 EDP

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Devotion

by Christi Meshell

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House of Matriarch Devotion is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Christi Meshell. House of Matriarch's Devotion carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

Devotion is a proper incense bomb - some find it a sublime, spiritual experience, others a one-dimensional, chalky, and overpriced oddity. Definitely try before you buy into this divisive, ancient-feeling scent.
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Devotion 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:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its intense, long-lasting projection makes it less suitable for office wear, but its unique, sophisticated character shines for formal events and evening dates. It's a bit too heavy for casual daytime use or any sporting activities.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Devotion immediately plunges you into a deep, resinous embrace, dominated by rich myrrh and frankincense that evoke ancient ceremonies. As it evolves, a dry, slightly rubbery leather emerges, intertwined with a distinct woody oud and earthy ambrette. The dry down mellows into a warm, contemplative blend of vanilla and subtle tea, offering a surprisingly cozy finish to its initially intense, almost medicinal opening.

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