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Pentachords White
The quiet intimacy of an early evening in a cozy study, where the scent of powdery musk and soft florals blends with the warmth of vanilla and amber.
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Pentachords WhitePremium · $100–250
46%Similar accords, often for lessIris d'Élite · VersaceMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares iris and amber8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2011 by Tauer Perfumes and crafted by Andy Tauer, Pentachords White is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance that blends powdery notes with the subtle elegance of iris and violet. The composition opens with an airy, powdery accord before diving into a heart of floral sweetness, underscored by earthy undertones and woody warmth. This creates a gentle tension between freshness and depth, making it a fragrance that evolves gracefully throughout the day.
This fragrance blooms slowly on skin, so applying two sprays initially allows it to develop fully. It works best close to the skin rather than filling a room, making it ideal for intimate settings or layered under a jacket.
Fig. 01 — Pentachords White, Tauer Perfumes
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Andy Tauer
The self-taught independentAndy Tauer is a self-taught perfumer who built his independent house, Tauer Perfumes, out of what began as a hobby experimenting with scents and ingredients.
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 30%, disliked or hated by 32%.