L'Artisan Parfumeur 2021 EDP

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Obscuratio 25

by Daphné Bugey

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L'Artisan Parfumeur Obscuratio 25 is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021, created by Daphné Bugey. Obscuratio 25 opens with Ylang-Ylang, settles into a heart of Vanilla, and dries down to a base of Patchouli. L'Artisan Parfumeur's Obscuratio 25 carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Obscuratio is a deeply polarising one. It's either a stunningly smooth, boozy vanilla-patchouli dream, or a cloying, dated mess. Sample before you commit, this isn't a blind buy.
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  • Sensual
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
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Obscuratio 25 Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Ylang-Ylang100%
Heartas listed
Vanilla100%
Baseas listed
Patchouli100%

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 Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate sillage and longevity make it versatile, but the rich, dark notes lend themselves better to evening and cooler weather occasions. While some find it too intense for daytime, many appreciate its sophisticated warmth for dates or dressier events.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Obscuratio opens with a vibrant, almost boozy burst of ylang-ylang, quickly softening into a rich, creamy vanilla heart. This isn't a sickly sweet vanilla; it's a sophisticated, almost edible bourbon-like warmth. As it dries, a complex patchouli emerges, avoiding any dusty or dirty pitfalls. Instead, it's a smooth, chocolatey base that blends seamlessly with the lingering vanilla and a hint of the initial floral sweetness, creating a dark yet comforting aura.

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