Olfactive Studio 2018 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Flash Back In New York

by Jérôme Epinette

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Olfactive Studio Flash Back In New York is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Jérôme Epinette. Flash Back In New York opens with Linen, Saffron, Cumin, and Clary Sage, settles into a heart of Leather, Jasmine, and Violet, and dries down to a base of Papyrus, Vetiver, Birch, and Tonka Bean. Olfactive Studio's Flash Back In New York carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This is Flash Back in New York, a divisive scent that channels the grittier side of the city. Forget the clean-cut; this one's all about smoky leather and metropolitan edge, though many compare it to the ubiquitous Santal 33.
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  • Bold
  • Modern
  • Warm
  • Mysterious
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Flash Back In New York 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
Moderate
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 Casual

Its long-lasting nature and moderate sillage, combined with the smoky, leathery profile, make it less suited for a formal or office environment. This is a scent that thrives in casual and date settings, where its unique character can be appreciated without overwhelming.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

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

Imagine the worn leather of a favourite jacket, seasoned with an intriguing blend of warm saffron and a hint of dusty cumin. As it settles, a dry papyrus and violet emerge, underpinned by the smoky depth of birch and vetiver. A creamy tonka bean softens the edges, making for a complex, urban landscape in a bottle.

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