Indus
“Indus by Ormonde Jayne is a fragrance for women and men”
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Respected, if divisive — a fruity, rose composition with a floral undertone. Voted best for spring and fall wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2020 by Ormonde Jayne and crafted by perfumer Linda Pilkington, Indus is an intricate blend of fruity and floral accords with a rich musky base. The fragrance opens with the bright freshness of litchi and black currant blossom, complemented by the warmth of nutmeg. This leads into a heart of rose and plum, before settling into a sensual base of Chinese patchouli, incense, and musk. Indus captures the essence of an exotic journey, blending sweet and spicy notes with earthy undertones.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Top
Opening
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
How It Wears
Application Tips
Indus has a rich, long-lasting base that blooms over time. Apply two sprays to your pulse points for a balanced experience throughout the day. The fragrance works best close to skin rather than diffusing into a room.
Linda Pilkington
Founding perfumer · 19 fragrances
Linda Pilkington grew up in Cheshire, England, and spent fourteen years in Brazil running a soya bean farm and an ice-cream business before returning to London. A friend's request for a quality scented candle led her into perfumery; when that friend, who worked for Chanel, commissioned a candle, orders grew quickly and she founded the niche house Ormonde Jayne in 2000, named for the road she lived on and her middle name. Her fragrances, created with Geza Schoen, are known for unusual ingredients drawn from her travels.
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The story behind the bottle.
The bustling energy of a vibrant city street — where the sweetness of ripe fruit mingles with the warmth of spices and the depth of incense.
Fig. 01 — Indus, Ormonde Jayne
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