IncenseOpens with
PepperHeart
OpoponaxDries down to
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Aedes de Venustas
The smoky warmth of an evening fire, where the scent of incense and spices blend with the earthy richness of a cozy interior.
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47%Similar accords, often for lessSer Al Khulood · Lattafa PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 9 notes8 matches →How it wears
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Launched in 2008 by L'Artisan Parfumeur, Aedes de Venustas is a composition that balances warmth with complexity. Perfumer Bertrand Duchaufour weaves incense and cardamom into an intricate blend of spicy and woody accords, creating a scent that feels both ancient and modern. The heart of the fragrance features iris and rose, adding a subtle floral touch to the smoky and earthy base notes like opoponax and patchouli. This unisex parfum is a proof of L'Artisan Parfumeur’s dedication to crafting original fragrances that delight perfume enthusiasts.
Apply one or two sprays to pulse points; this fragrance develops gradually over time. The warm spicy notes are most prominent in the first hour but give way to a rich woody base that lasts well into the evening.
Fig. 01 — Aedes de Venustas, L'Artisan Parfumeur
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Bertrand Duchaufour
The world traveler's noseBertrand Duchaufour is a perfumer-adventurer whose creations read like a travelogue of the senses. Trained at Roure (now Givaudan), his work draws deeply from his journeys through Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and sub-Saharan Africa.
“The art of perfumery must be at the same time, innovative, harmonius, and “sent bon”.”
Bertrand Duchaufour · CaFleureBon, October 2010
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More from the house · founded 1976 · France
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 55%, disliked or hated by 10%.