Papillon Artisan Perfumes 2014 EDP

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Anubis

by Liz Moores

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Papillon Artisan Perfumes Anubis is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014, created by Liz Moores. Anubis opens with Myrrh and Frankincense, settles into a heart of Immortelle, Jasmine, and Saffron, and dries down to a base of Suede and Lotus. Papillon Artisan Perfumes's Anubis carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

Anubis is a divisive, hypnotic blend of ancient ritual and dark allure - you'll either love its intensely resinous, smoky suede embrace or find it challenging and unwearable. This ain't for the faint-hearted or those seeking generic crowd-pleasers.
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  • Mysterious
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Edgy
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Anubis Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Frankincense50%
Myrrh50%
Heartas listed
Immortelle33%
Jasmine33%
Saffron33%
Baseas listed
Lotus50%
Suede50%

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 Formal

Its potent, dense accords and powerful sillage make it unsuitable for office wear, but perfect for a statement on a night out or a formal event. While unique, it's not a casual everyday scent unless you're embracing your inner deity at home.

About

Imagine stepping into an ancient, incense-filled temple. Anubis opens with deep, dry leather and smoky frankincense, quickly enriched by the warm, leathery nuances of suede and a mysterious, almost rubbery saffron. As the scent unfolds, a subtle touch of immortelle provides a hay-like warmth, while myrrh adds balsamic depth. Hints of lotus and jasmine weave through, though never overtly floral, creating a complex, dark, and utterly intoxicating aroma that lingers with a rich, amber glow.

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