Splendeur Absolu
“Splendeur Absolu by Navitus Parfums is a fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Warmly received so far — a vanilla, warm spicy composition with a woody undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Bertrand Duchaufour's Splendeur Absolu by Navitus Parfums launched in 2023 as a unisex fragrance that seamlessly blends the warmth of vanilla and rum with an aromatic and spicy heart. The opening notes of rum, bergamot, and grapefruit create a bright yet complex entry, while the Guatemalan cardamom adds a warm, woody texture. As it evolves, chocolate and driftwood provide depth, leading to a base of Madagascar vanilla, tonka bean, sandalwood, and white musk that reads as comforting and enveloping.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Top
Opening
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
How It Wears
Application Tips
Splendeur Absolu has a slow build, so apply it generously to pulse points for maximum impact. The rum and cardamom are particularly noticeable in the first hour, but the base notes will carry you through the day — perfect for an evening out or a cozy afternoon at home.
Bertrand Duchaufour
Founding perfumer · 120 fragrances · French
Bertrand Duchaufour is a French perfumer. He has had a prolific career, beginning in Grasse at Lautier Florasynth and continuing for a number of fragragrance firms as well as working independently and as the house perfumer for L'Artisan Parfumeur. He has drawn praise for niche perfume creations as well as mainstream hits.
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The story behind the bottle.
The quiet luxury of a well-appointed study where the scent of rich chocolate and warm spices mixes with the subtle glow of vanilla and musk.
Fig. 01 — Splendeur Absolu, Navitus Parfums
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