Argania

Argania is a deeply rich Oriental fragrance that harnesses the creamy, marzipan-like sweetness of almond, softened by vanilla, pushing right up to the edge of gourmand. It clearly nods to Jo Malone’s Myrrh & Tonka, but expands upon it adding layers of dimensionality. The opening is lifted by a bright spark of bergamot and orange, a citrus flash that keeps the sweetness from ever feeling heavy. As it settles, the heart turns dry and refined with cedar providing a clean structure while guaiac wood adds a faint, elegant smokiness. In the base, patchouli and white moss deepen the profile with an earthy, slightly green complexity, introducing a subtle evergreen/minty edge. The result is a tantalizing, delectable bouquet, luxurious and effervescent, dancing across the senses like the first lively bubbles of an Italian Moscato. Argania is remarkably versatile with the allure and energy for an evening out, yet restrained and gentlemanly enough for a day at the office. An SV treasure.