Mandarin OrangeOpens with
VanillaHeart
RumDries down to
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Aaron Terence Hughes · Sold as unisex
Notorious
The first sip of a well-balanced cocktail, where the brightness of citrus mingles seamlessly with warm spices and subtle floral notes.
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NotoriousHow it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Notorious by Aaron Terence Hughes, launched in 2021, is a composition that balances the bright vibrancy of citrus with the warm richness of vanilla and tonka bean. The mandarin orange and bergamot open with a crisp freshness that cuts through the sweetness, while heliotrope and ambrette add an unexpected floral warmth. Leather and cedar ground the scent, providing a woody depth that contrasts beautifully with the aromatic and spicy notes of rum and patchouli.
Apply this fragrance to pulse points for a balanced experience — the citrus top notes are bright but fleeting, while the vanilla and woody base notes develop gradually over time. For optimal wear, wait a few minutes before layering it under clothing.
Fig. 01 — Notorious, Aaron Terence Hughes
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Aaron Terence Hughes
The independent oilmanAaron Terence Hughes is a British perfumer and founder of his own eponymous fragrance house.
Designer Aaron Terence Hughes
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