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Whelve

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Oakcha Whelve is an Extrait de Parfum. Whelve opens with Rose, Jasmine, and Saffron, settles into a heart of Patchouli, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood and Patchouli. Oakcha's Whelve carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

A rich, regal rose that opens with two roses, jasmine and saffron and rests on tigerwood, patchouli and sandalwood. Oakcha's take on Boadicea Nemer, for those who want a bold, polished floral.
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  • Regal
  • Sensual
  • Confident
  • Floral
  • Opulent
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Whelve Extrait bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Rose44%
Jasmine29%
Saffron27%
Heartas listed
Patchouli47%
Baseas listed
Sandalwood59%
Patchouli41%

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:
Autumn Winter

Dense rose, saffron and patchouli are rich and warm, which suits cooler months. A light hand can stretch it into spring evenings.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Opulent rose feels romantic and dressed up, so it suits dates and evenings. It is on the strong side for a shared office.

Ingredients and allergens

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Ethics and formulation

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About

Whelve puts rose first and keeps it there. The opening layers Turkish rose and Moroccan rose with jasmine and saffron, so the first impression is a full, slightly spicy bouquet rather than a single flower. The middle turns darker. Tigerwood and Indonesian patchouli bring a dry, earthy, woody depth that stops the roses becoming sugary. The florals stay in view, but they now sit on a firm base. Sandalwood and a second patchouli accent finish it. Sandalwood is creamy and smooth, and the patchouli gives a lingering, slightly cocoa-like earthiness. The dry-down is warm, soft and long. The extrait concentration gives strong staying power, so a few sprays carry for most of the day. It is best in autumn and winter, for evenings, dates and occasions where a confident floral is wanted. Oakcha no longer sells Whelve (its page has been removed from oakcha.com), and this page records it for owners. Bottom line: a bold, spicy rose with a woody, patchouli base.

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