Handpicked from my collection, this is a bold and mysterious scent I return to when I want to feel cinematic. Decanted from my authentic bottle so you can experience its edgy narrative before committing to a full size.
Why it’s in my Cabinet
Founder’s note:
I keep this because it captures that surreal moment where reality blurs into fantasy—the oil paint, dusty feathers, darkroom smoke, and green park leaves all come alive in its smoky leather. It thrives in low light and always invites a second look—or in this case—a second sniff.
The Scent, at a Glance
Fragrance family: Woody-Resinous (with Spicy, Animalic, Amber facets)
Style & mood: Cinematic • Smoky-textural • Darkly poetic
For whom: Unisex
Best season: Autumn–Winter
Best occasion: Evening • Cultural nights • Concept-driven moments
Perfumer & year: Mark Buxton, 2015
Concentration: Eau de Parfum (EDP) F
Olfactory Notes
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Top Notes: Saffron, Absinthe, Cassis, Currant buds, Cardamom, Oil paint
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Heart (Middle) Notes: Incense, Cypriol (Nagarmotha), Myrrh, Cedar leaves, Chinese Cedarwood
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Base Notes: Labdanum (Cistus), Leather, Birch, Woody accords, Civet absolute, Amber
Journey: It opens with a surreal haze of spice, green absinthe, and tuscan cassis—dusted with the ghostly trace of oil paint. The heart reveals smoky, resinous cedar and incense anchored by nagarmotha’s earthy weight. In its dry-down, it settles into a raw, animalic canvas of leather, labdanum, birch, amber, and elusive civet.
How It Wears (real-life)
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Projection / Sillage: Moderate—intimate yet unforgettable
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Longevity: Approximately 6–8 hours on skin; richer and more lingering on fabric
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Temperature & setting tips: Thrives in cooler air and dim ambiance—imagine gallery openings or quiet reflective moments
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Layering idea: Smooth its edges by layering with a whisper of sweet tonka or a soft vanilla–amber for a richer, more wearable warmth
Decant Options
2 ml Glass spray ~20 sprays € 8
5 ml Glass spray ~50 sprays €16
10 ml Glass spray ~100 sprays € 28
What you receive: A hand-filled decant from my original Blow Up bottle, labeled with fragrance name, size, and batch. No retail box included.
Good to Know
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Authenticity: Decanted from genuine Moth & Rabbit bottles
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Hygiene: Filled using sterile tools, fresh atomizers, and clean gloves
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Dispatch: Based in Ireland—packed with care; next-day dispatch on working days, tracked delivery available
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Limited: Quantities rotate as my collection evolves—grab it while it’s here!
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Try-before-you-invest: The perfect artistic preview before committing to the full bottle
