Bergamot & Bay
Ariana & Evans
Founded in 2017 in Ansonia, Connecticut, Ariana & Evans is the passion project of fragrance auteur Peter Charkalis, its name blending his own and his daughters’ middle names. Guided by the Japanese principle of kaizen—continuous improvement—Charkalis brings an eclectic, globe-spanning sensibility to scents that are bold, sophisticated, and delightfully unconventional. Standouts such as Baklava, Plum & Bliss, Chasing the Dragon, and Khalifa showcase inspirations drawn from world cuisine and culture. In 2024 he introduced Maullu, a premium line co-created with acclaimed Italian barber Daniele Maullu, further elevating the brand’s commitment to top-tier ingredients and artistry.
Scent Description
Sometimes a fragrance’s notes looks deceptively simple and the real magic is in its balance. Bergamot & Bay is a perfect example of how careful note selection, paired with restraint and clear intent, can produce something genuinely refined, beautiful, and effortlessly wearable. At its center is a ripe, lively bergamot that leans almost orange-esque in its juiciness. A touch of pine keeps it snapped into focus, adding a vibrant green edge that feels orchard-fresh rather than candied. Bay leaf brings a subtle creamy lushness, and a faint thread of tobacco adds earthy depth without ever weighing the composition down. The result is a confident, intensely fresh mélange, playful, clean, and easy to wear. Casual and masculine, it’s the kind of scent that fits comfortably in nearly any daytime setting.
Available For Purchase From
Scent Strength
7
Longevity
5
Inspiration
Unique
Suitability
Evening, Home, Work
Scent Family
Fresh
Subtype
Citrus
Mentholation
Non-Menthol
Country
USA
Price
$$$
Companion Products
Shave Soap
Skin Food
Hyaluronic Acid, Aloe, Rose Water, Glycerin, Emu Oil, Chamomile Water, Vitamin E, Calendula, White Willow Bark
Top Notes
Bergamot
Heart Notes
Bay Leaf, Tobacco
Base Notes
Cedar, Pine
Ingredients
Aloe Vera Juice, SD 40B Alcohol, Rose Hydrosol, Vegetable Glycerin, Emu Oil, Calendula Extract , Red Clover Extract, Chamomile, Plantain Leaves, White Willow Bark, Vitamin E, Hyaluronic Acid, Caprylic Triglycerides ( combination of plant sugars and fatty acids derived from palm and coconut oils for silkier feel and as a natural preservative).