Eau de Parfum2017
Whispered Myths
Josh MeyerThe nose · 37 fragrances · also made Blend No.83 (2023)Portrait →

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Imaginary Authors  ·  Sold as unisex

Whispered Myths

The hush of an old library where secrets are whispered between the shelves and ancient tomes release their musky scent into the air.

3.22739 ratingsA polarising scent
Scent fingerprintAll 8 accords ↓
woodyanimalicozonicaquaticwarm spicyfloral
Whispered MythsPremium · $100–250
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How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate35% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak2%
Weak11%
Moderate52%
Long lasting27%
Eternal8%
SillageModerate19% say strong or enormous
Intimate15%
Moderate66%
Strong12%
Enormous7%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Main Accords

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Who Wears It

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Masculine47%
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Unisex50%
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Feminine3%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Whispered Myths, launched by Imaginary Authors in 2017 and crafted by perfumer Josh Meyer, blends woody and animalic notes with an ozonic aquatic edge. This composition is a layered narrative that evokes the mystery of whispered secrets and ancient tales. The opening hints at fresh ocean air before settling into warm spices and honeyed florals, creating a rich blend of contrasts.

How to wear it

Apply Whispered Myths with a light touch — the ozonic opening is bright but fades quickly, giving way to the more persistent musk and warm spices. It pairs well with cooler weather and intimate settings where its depth can be fully appreciated.

Fig. 01 — Whispered Myths, Imaginary Authors

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03 · The nose

Josh Meyer

Scent as literary provocation

Josh Meyer is an American perfumer who developed refined tastes early in life around whiskey, literature, cuisine, and music before deciding in 2010 to pursue perfumery.

37fragrances
Americannationality

Designer Imaginary Authors

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06 · The Room

What people
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3.22/ 5 · 739 ratings

A polarising scent: loved by 18%, disliked or hated by 34%.

Love18%
Like26%
OK22%
Dislike27%
Hate6%
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