House of Matriarch 2017 Extrait

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The Longing

by Christi Meshell

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House of Matriarch The Longing is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Christi Meshell. The Longing opens with Boronia, Oud, Jasmine, and Plum, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Osmanthus, Gardenia, and Orchid, and dries down to a base of Leather, Amber, Sandalwood, and Vanilla. House of Matriarch's The Longing carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This is a seriously divisive scent. Some find it a captivating, buttery plum dream, others a 'stank' mess of celery or church incense. Definitely a 'try before you buy' situation, and don't expect a straightforward gourmand.
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  • Bold
  • Sensual
  • Luxurious
  • Edgy
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The Longing Extrait 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
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 winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

With its strong sillage and long-lasting nature, this perfume is best reserved for occasions where it can truly shine without overpowering. It's too bold for the office but makes a striking statement for dates and formal evening events, especially in cooler weather.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

The Longing opens with a rich, almost edible sweetness of plum and butter, intertwined with the heady allure of jasmine and a hint of oud's smoky depth. As it settles, a floral bouquet of orange blossom, osmanthus, and gardenia emerges, sweetened by honey. The dry down reveals a sophisticated base of leather and amber, grounded by creamy sandalwood, vanilla, and the soft muskiness of ambrette, leaving a complex, lingering trail.

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