Moonlight Samurai d'Annam
“Moonlight Samurai by d'Annam is a Leather fragrance for men”
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A polarising scent — a leather, woody composition with a animalic undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear, leaning masculine.
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Launched in 2024 by d'Annam, Moonlight Samurai is a Leather fragrance for men crafted by perfumer Anh Ngo. The composition opens with an aromatic and smoky accord, hinting at the depth to come. As it develops, notes of sake add an unexpected element of warmth and complexity, blending seamlessly into the woody and leather heart. This interplay creates a sense of mystery and sophistication, reminiscent of a samurai under the moonlight — both fierce and contemplative.
Composition & Character
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply this fragrance sparingly; it blooms slowly over time. The smoky top notes are fleeting but powerful, so a light spritz is best to let the rich leather and woody base take center stage later in the day.
Anh Ngo
Founding perfumer · 8 fragrances
Anh Ngo is a Singapore-based perfumer at IFF with a degree from ISIPCA. Still a trainee when d'Annam founder Nick Hoang sought out a Vietnamese perfumer, he went on to create the label's Enchanting Vietnam and Memories of Japan collections, and has also created fragrances for Mischief Academy.
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The story behind the bottle.
The hiss of an espresso machine two seconds before the cup arrives, a moment suspended between anticipation and arrival.
Fig. 01 — Moonlight Samurai d'Annam, d'Annam
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