House of Matriarch 2015 EDP

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Orca

by Christi Meshell

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House of Matriarch Orca is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Christi Meshell. Orca opens with Spicy Notes, Amber, and Benzoin, settles into a heart of Woody Notes, Honey, and Choya Loban, and dries down to a base of Labdanum and Ambergris. House of Matriarch's Orca carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

Orca is a divisive beast, not for its scent, which is largely loved, but for its elusive nature and eye-watering price tag. A beautiful, subtle ambergris affair that leaves many wishing for more punch given the outlay.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Mysterious
  • Subtle
  • Soft
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Orca 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 autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and subtle nature make it suitable for office wear and intimate dates, while the warm, inviting scent fits well in casual settings. It's too subdued for formal events and completely out of place for sport.

Ingredients and allergens

We don't have this fragrance's ingredient list yet.

About

Imagine the initial warmth of ancient spices and rich amber, softened by a balsamic benzoin hug. This leads into a heart of dry, precious woods, sweetened by a delicate drizzle of honey and the unique smoky depth of choya loban. The journey concludes with a sophisticated, earthy drydown of labdanum and authentic ambergris, offering a salty, musky, and subtly ethereal finish.

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