J.Crew No. 57
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Warmly received so far — a woody, vanilla composition with a whiskey undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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J.Crew No. 57 by Arquiste is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men. J.Crew No. 57 was launched in 2014. J.Crew No. 57 was created by Rodrigo Flores-Roux and Yann Vasnier. The fragrance features Vanilla, Whiskey, Cedar, Cinnamon, Oak and Labdanum.
Composition & Character
How It Wears
A Signature Fragrance
Vanilla
Vanilla is the scent of childhood memories and cozy nights by the fire. Derived from the cured pods of orchids native to Mexico, it has a rich sweetness that can range from creamy and milky in texture to deep and almost smoky. Its versatility makes it a staple in perfumery, capable of adapting its character to complement both light citrus notes and heavier woody accords.
Whiskey
Whiskey's scent carries notes of toasted oak and vanilla, with hints of caramel and spice, derived from its aging process in wooden barrels. This spirit is not just about the alcohol but the rich, complex layers imparted by the wood.
Cedar
Cedar, sourced from various species of coniferous trees, exudes a deep, resinous aroma with hints of sweetness and wood smoke. Its scent is both comforting and grounding, reminiscent of old libraries or the quiet solitude of a forest. This versatile note has long been favored for its ability to blend seamlessly into complex compositions without overpowering other ingredients.
Rodrigo Flores-Roux
Founding perfumer · 55 fragrances · Mexican
Rodrigo Flores-Roux, born and raised in Mexico City, studied biology before moving to France at 20 in 1989 to attend ISIPCA in Versailles, interning along the way with Jean-Claude Ellena. After early work designing scents for shampoos and cosmetics, his breakthrough came with Clinique Happy; he now serves as Senior Perfumer and Vice President of Fragrance Creation at Givaudan. His work for Tom Ford, Dolce & Gabbana, Carolina Herrera, and Estée Lauder has earned him numerous FiFi Awards and induction into the Fragrance Foundation Hall of Fame.
Co-created with Yann Vasnier
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