Guatemalan CardamomOpens with
LavenderHeart
IncenseDries down to
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Viktor&Rolf · Sold as masculine
Antidote
The quiet intensity of an apothecary's cabinet, where the air is thick with the scent of freshly ground cardamom and the promise of healing.
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AntidotePremium · $100–250
49%Similar accords, often for lessLalique Pour Homme · LaliqueMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 16 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Antidote by Viktor&Rolf was launched in 2006 and created by perfumers Alienor Massenet and Pierre Wargnye. This composition is a harmonious blend of warm spices and aromatic woods, with a bold opening of Guatemalan cardamom that cuts through the brightness of citrus notes like bergamot and grapefruit. The heart evolves into a rich blend of lavender, jasmine, and orange blossom, while the base offers deep warmth from sandalwood, leather, and vanilla. Antidote is not just a fragrance but a sensorial journey that balances freshness with depth, making it a modern classic.
Antidote has a strong presence from the start but evolves over time. Apply two sprays to your pulse points in the morning for a full day of warmth and complexity. The leather and musk notes are best appreciated close to skin, so opt for lighter layers if you prefer a more subtle projection.
Fig. 01 — Antidote, Viktor&Rolf
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Aliénor Massenet
Tradition worn lightlyAliénor Massenet is a French perfumer who grew up in a family steeped in tradition, shaped in turn by an English boarding school and the streets of New York.
Co-created with Pierre Wargnye
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 52%, disliked or hated by 11%.