Olympic Orchids Artisan Perfumes 2012 Parfum

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Sonnet XVII

by Ellen Covey

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Olympic Orchids Artisan Perfumes Sonnet XVII is a Parfum launched in 2012, created by Ellen Covey. Sonnet XVII opens with Citron, Mastic, Champaca, and Cubeb, settles into a heart of Osmanthus and Orchid, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Musk, Vetiver, and Oakmoss. Olympic Orchids Artisan Perfumes's Sonnet XVII carries an Acquired verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This one is truly divisive. For some, it's a mystical, complex, and beautiful earthy floral; for others, it's an outright scrubber, smelling of manure and industrial waste. Approach with extreme caution and definitely test before buying.
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  • Mysterious
  • Bold
  • Edgy
  • Earthy
  • Unique
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Sonnet XVII 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:
Spring Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Also Works:
Date Casual

Given its moderate sillage and potent, often challenging aroma, this is best reserved for casual wear or unique date nights where you want to make a statement. Its intensity makes it less suitable for formal or office settings, and definitely not for sport.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Sonnet XVII opens with a potent, almost challenging earthiness, a deep dive into rooty vetiver and mastic that quickly shifts. Soon, the lush, exotic florals of champaca and osmanthus emerge, bringing a rich, peachy-apricot sweetness that’s often described as indolic. This is underpinned by a warm, musky base of ambergris and oakmoss, with hints of ancient wood, creating a scent that's both raw and mysteriously alluring.

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