L'Artisan Parfumeur 2008 EDP

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Aedes de Venustas

by Bertrand Duchaufour

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L'Artisan Parfumeur Aedes de Venustas is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2008, created by Bertrand Duchaufour. Aedes de Venustas opens with Orange, Pink Pepper, Cardamom, and Incense, settles into a heart of Cedar, Rose, Iris, and Pepper, and dries down to a base of Patchouli, Oakmoss, Coffee, and Benzoin. L'Artisan Parfumeur's Aedes de Venustas carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This is a rich, complex incense-heavy scent that's either a masterpiece or a muddled mess, depending on your skin chemistry and olfactory preferences. It's not for the faint of heart, but those who love it, really love it.
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Aedes de Venustas 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
Strong
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 autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its potent, complex nature and moderate sillage make it a standout for evenings and special occasions, though it can be a bit much for office environments. While some found it long-lasting, others noted poor longevity, suggesting it's best for situations where frequent reapplication is possible.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Opens with a bright, peppery hit of orange and cardamom, quickly ushering in a wave of heady incense. The heart unfolds with dry woods from cedar, a subtle iris, and a hint of rose, all underpinned by a consistent peppery warmth. As it settles, a dark, earthy base emerges with patchouli, deep oakmoss, a whisper of coffee, and a sweet, resinous warmth from benzoin and opoponax, creating a sophisticated and somewhat brooding aroma.

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