Woods & Spices
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 is greater than the sum of its parts. There are no soloists vying for attention; instead, the composition functions as a true ensemble in which every note is elevated together. Such is the case with Ariana & Evans Woods & Spice. A sun-lit opening of juicy clementine and perfumed orange blossom is warmed by the peppered brightness of elemi and the savory richness of saffron, all resting on a supple suede cushion of castoreum and threaded with the subtle smokiness of guaiac wood and agarwood (oud). The result is an intoxicating, sweet, and alluring tapestry of sensations—comforting and seductive, yet still playful and light, skirting the edge of gourmand. Perfect for the cooler days of autumn and winter and appropriate in almost any setting, it speaks to holidays and hearths, the familiar and the exotic, and is fresh, casual, and easy to wear.
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Scent Strength
9
Longevity
8
Inspiration
Unique
Suitability
Date Night, Daytime, Evening, Home, Work
Scent Family
Oriental
Subtype
Woody Oriental
Mentholation
Non-Menthol
Country
USA
Price
$$$
Companion Products
Shave Soap, EDP
Skin Food
Aloe, Glycerin, Rose Water, Calendula, Chamomile Water, White Willow Bark, Vitamin E, Plantain Leaves, Red Clover
Top Notes
Clementine, Orange Blossom
Heart Notes
Saffron, Elemi, Castorium, Vanilla
Base Notes
Guaic Wood, Sandalwood, Agarwood, Cedar, Mohagany
Ingredients
Aloe Vera Juice, Vegetable Glycerin, SD 40B Alcohol, Rose Hydrosol, Calendula Extract , Red Clover Extract, Chamomile, Plantain Leaves, White Willow Bark, Vitamin E, Caprylic Triglycerides ( combination of plant sugars and fatty acids derived from palm and coconut oils for silkier feel and as a natural preservative).