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Amélie BourgeoisThe nose · 28 fragrances · also made Rouge Smoking Extrait (2024)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Parfums de Marly · Sold as unisex
Carios
The unexpected twist in an otherwise familiar conversation, where notes of spice and citrus bring an invigorating energy to a cozy evening.
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CariosLuxury · $250+
56%Similar accords, often for lessLa Nuit de l'Homme Frozen Cologne · Yves Saint LaurentPremium tier, $100–250 · shares 6 of its 9 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2025 by Parfums de Marly, Carios is an audacious blend of fresh and warm spices, citrusy vibrancy, and woody depth crafted by perfumer Amélie Bourgeois. The fragrance opens with saffron and mandarin orange, offering a burst of brightness that cuts through the air. Pink pepper and black pepper add a spicy edge, while geranium and red thyme contribute an aromatic complexity that keeps the composition intriguing. As it settles, Carios reveals a warm amber and musky base anchored by tonka bean, vetiver, and cedarwood, creating a rich blend of warmth and comfort.
Apply Carios with a light hand at first; the bright top notes are quick to catch attention. The base develops over time, so wait about an hour for the full warmth to emerge. This fragrance is better suited for evenings when you want something that evolves throughout the night rather than fades quickly.
Fig. 01 — Carios, Parfums de Marly
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Amélie Bourgeois
From cosmetology student to independent studioAmélie Bourgeois is a French perfumer who discovered her fascination with perfume extracts as a cosmetology student and landed an internship at Cinquième Sens, where she spent seven years developing new fragrances and refining her style.
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Adds fruity, powdery and lavender; shares bergamot and mandarin orange and 1 more note.
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What people
are saying.
A polarising scent: loved by 25%, disliked or hated by 39%.