The Merchant of Venice 2026 EDT

U ££ Acquired

Renaissance

by Calice Becker

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The Merchant of Venice Renaissance is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2026, created by Calice Becker. Renaissance opens with Orange Blossom and Galbanum, settles into a heart of Akigalawood, Leather, Patchouli, and Iris, and dries down to a base of Ambroxan, Musk, Vanilla, and Incense. The Merchant of Venice's Renaissance carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This one's a divisive beast. It's got serious staying power, but that prominent iris means it's either an old-school charm for you or just a bit dated. Akigalawood dominates, so if you're not a fan, steer clear.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Bold
  • Classic
  • Warm
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Renaissance Eau de Toilette 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
Beast (10+h)
Projection
Room-filling
Intensity
Potent

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall

An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and impressive longevity, this isn't one for the office where it might overwhelm. Its sophisticated leather and iris accord make it well-suited for dates and formal events, though perhaps a bit much for casual wear.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Renaissance kicks off with a bright, almost fizzy hit of orange blossom and green galbanum, swiftly moving into a heart of rich, powdery iris and a smooth, elegant leather. Akigalawood adds a modern, woody-spicy hum throughout. As it settles, you'll pick up warm vanilla and a whisper of smoky incense, grounded by musk, though these don't always get to shine through the prominent iris and wood accord.

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