18 - 12
“18 - 12 by Ormaie is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Respected, if divisive — a sweet, fruity composition with a cherry undertone. Voted best for spring and fall wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2023, Ormaie's 18 - 12 by perfumer Serge de Oliveira blends sweet and fruity notes with a powdery warmth that makes it feel both contemporary and lasting. The litchi and mandarin orange open with a bright, almost effervescent freshness, while the heart of cherry and rose petals adds an unexpected depth and complexity. This floral fruitiness is grounded by a base of vanilla, almond, and sandalwood, creating a scent that feels as comforting as it does intriguing.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Top
Opening
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply this fragrance sparingly — the bright top notes fade quickly, but the powdery base notes linger for hours. It's best worn close to skin rather than sprayed liberally in the air, as it reads better when experienced intimately.
Serge de Oliveira
Founding perfumer · 11 fragrances
Serge de Oliveira began his career in 2002 as an assistant at IFF under perfumer Richard Ibanez, developing an affinity for woody notes like vetiver and patchouli. He joined Robertet in Grasse, becoming a perfumer there in 2013 before moving to its Paris creative centre, and is known as an 'author perfumer' working in natural perfumery, collaborating with brands including Ormaie and 100BON.
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The story behind the bottle.
A mid-afternoon in a bustling city café where the air is filled with the scent of freshly baked almond pastries and the soft hum of conversation.
Fig. 01 — 18 - 12, Ormaie
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