Misfit
“Misfit by Arquiste is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men”
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Warmly received so far — a amber, woody composition with a warm spicy undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Misfit by Arquiste is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men. Misfit was launched in 2019. The nose behind this fragrance is Rodrigo Flores-Roux. Top notes are Lavender, Calabrian bergamot, Angelica and Carrot Seeds; middle notes are Akigalawood, Ambrette (Musk Mallow), Styrax and Bulgarian Rose; base notes are Patchouli, Tolu Balsam, Labdanum and Tonka Bean.
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How It Wears
A Signature Fragrance
Patchouli
Patchouli emanates from the leaves of Pogostemon cablin, a bush native to Southeast Asia. Its scent is deeply woody with hints of musty earth, warm spices, and a subtle sweetness that can be both comforting and complex. This versatile note has been a staple in perfumery for decades, often used to evoke feelings of nostalgia and grounding.
Tolu Balsam
Originating from the bark of the Myroxylon tree native to South America, Tolu Balsam exudes a sweet, spicy aroma with hints of vanilla and cinnamon. This natural balsam is known for its deep, enveloping scent that evokes a sense of comfort and warmth.
Labdanum
Harvested from the sticky secretions of rockrose shrubs, labdanum exudes an intense aroma that is both animalic and woody. Its scent can be likened to a blend of ambergris and vanilla, with hints of sweetness and a smoky undertone. This complex profile makes it a versatile ingredient in perfumery.
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.
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