Moresque 2016 EDP

U £££££ Acquired

Aurum

by Andrea Thero Casotti

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Moresque Aurum is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Andrea Thero Casotti. Aurum opens with Saffron, settles into a heart of Canadian Fir Balsam, Myrrh, and Styrax, and dries down to a base of Oud, Patchouli, and Guaiac Wood. Moresque's Aurum carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This is a divisive beast: some find it a sublime, potent green aromatic, others a medicinal nightmare or even an ear infection. Definitely not for the faint of heart, or nose.
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Aurum 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
Long (6-10h)
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

Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its long-lasting nature and potent sillage mean a light hand is needed for office wear, but it settles nicely. For dates, it's best if your companion appreciates incense and green notes, otherwise, it's more for personal enjoyment. It's a striking choice for casual autumn outings or cooler evening events.

About

Aurum opens with a dry, spicy breath of saffron before plunging you into the deep, resinous heart of a conifer forest. Here, Canadian fir balsam and balsamic myrrh intertwine with the smoky warmth of styrax. The journey concludes with an earthy, complex base of patchouli, dark oud, and smooth guaiac wood, leaving a long-lasting, green-woody trail.

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