Imaginary Authors 2017 EDP

U ££ Statement

O, Unknown!

by Josh Meyer

Share
Card A shareable image of this fragrance - its verdict, notes and profile. Save or copy it to post anywhere.

Imaginary Authors O, Unknown! is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Josh Meyer. O, Unknown! settles into a heart of Black Tea, Orris Butter, Lapsang Souchong Tea, and Kyoto Moss. Imaginary Authors's O, Unknown! carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

O, Unknown! is a deeply divisive, yet utterly captivating fragrance. Some find it a profoundly nostalgic, comforting tea and orris dream; others recoil from its waxy, dusty, or even musty nature. Love it or hate it, it's certainly not 'unknown' to those who encounter it.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Mysterious
  • Cozy
  • Relaxed
  • Sophisticated
  • Classic
Check price on → Check prices ↓
O, Unknown! 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.

ScentArt

ScentArt Explorer What is ScentArt?

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
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its intimate sillage and relaxing, unique scent profile make it ideal for casual wear, especially for personal enjoyment or close encounters. While some wear it to the office, its distinct and often polarising character means it's perhaps not universally suited for formal or highly professional settings.

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

Opening with a distinct powdery orris butter, O, Unknown! quickly unfolds into a complex tapestry. Hints of dry, almost buttery tea emerge, mingling with the earthy depth of oakmoss and the soft caress of musk. A subtle woody warmth from sandalwood grounds the composition, whilst tolu balsam adds a touch of creamy sweetness, preventing the iris from becoming too sharp. It settles into a tranquil, slightly melancholic skin scent, evoking old books, cherished memories, but not without a touch of elegant mystery.

Similar

Compare & Pair

Layer

Wear two at once. See what layers well with O, Unknown! Eau de Parfum - the blends worth trying, and how each one scores.

Complement

Round out the rotation. See what complements O, Unknown! Eau de Parfum - fragrances that pair with it, worn side by side.

Where to buy

Prices for the United Kingdom ·

ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.

Drawn from community reviews and editor-reviewed before publishing on . See our methodology and disclosure policy.