CardamomOpens with
Black PepperHeart
OudDries down to
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Guerlain · Sold as unisex
Épices Exquises
The bustling spice market in Marrakesh, where the warmth of the sun meets a blend of spices and woods, evoking both energy and tranquility.
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Épices ExquisesPremium · $100–250
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2024 by Guerlain, Épices Exquises is a creation by Thierry Wasser that embodies the brand's tradition of using luxurious and rare materials. The fragrance opens with a vibrant combination of cardamom, pink pepper, and black pepper, which introduces an immediate freshness and warmth. This spicy aromatic blend gives way to a heart of oud and sandalwood, adding depth and complexity while maintaining its vibrancy. Patchouli rounds out the composition, grounding it in earthy richness. Épices Exquises is a proof of Guerlain's legacy of using both traditional and innovative elements to craft lasting scents.
Apply Épices Exquises with two sprays to ensure that the initial spicy notes give way to the deeper woody and earthy base. The fragrance's longevity is best experienced close to the skin rather than diffused through the air, making it ideal for intimate settings or quiet moments.
Fig. 01 — Épices Exquises, Guerlain
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Thierry Wasser
The guardian of GuerlainThierry Wasser is the in-house perfumer at Guerlain — a title that makes him the custodian of one of perfumery's most storied legacies.
“I am not going to betray five generations of the family.”
Thierry Wasser · Wallpaper*, December 2008
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More from the house · founded 1828 · France
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