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Nanban by Arquiste

Arquiste· 2015

Nanban

7.877Typically ~$200

Malabar pepper at first spray; frankincense is what stays on skin. A fall pick, strongest after dark.

SpicyWoodyLeatheryResinousOriental

Perfumer: Rodrigo Flores-Roux

Scent profile

Top notes

Malabar pepper Chinese osmanthus Persian saffron Black tea

Heart notes

Myrrh Spanish leather Sandalwood Coffee absolute

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

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A fall and winter fragrance that comes alive after dark — at its best for date nights and formal occasions.

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98%

Spring

49%

Summer

29%

Fall

100%

Day

65%

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100%

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65%

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100%

Club

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Formal

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