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Phileas
A brisk walk through a forest after a light rain, where the air is crisp and infused with earthy musk and warm spices.
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PhileasMid-range · $40–100How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Phileas by Nina Ricci, launched in 1984, is a complex and intriguing fragrance that balances fresh spicy notes with earthy and woody undertones. The opening of juniper berries, aldehydes, and green notes creates an invigorating freshness, while bergamot and lemon add a zesty brightness. As it evolves, carnation and caraway introduce a subtle floral warmth, leading into the heart where vetiver, patchouli, and cinnamon create a rich blend of earthy and warm spices. The base notes of cedar, jasmine, oakmoss, leather, tobacco, amber, musk, and labdanum ground the composition with a deep, sensual finish.
Apply Phileas in thin layers — it develops gradually on the skin. The aldehydic top notes are bright but fleeting, so the fragrance builds best over time. It’s particularly suited for cooler weather when its warmth feels most inviting.
Fig. 01 — Phileas, Nina Ricci
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Designer Nina Ricci
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