Clive Christian · 2001 · EDP
X Masculine
Woody Spicy Amber
A refined masculine-leaning scent with spicy cardamom, bright citrus, orris, paprika, woods, oakmoss, amber and vanilla.
The Composition
Note pyramid.
Composed by . A unisex fragrance for autumn & winter.
Top notes
the opening- Cardamom
- Bergamot
- Pineapple
- Rhubarb
- Mandarin Orange
Heart notes
the soul- Orris
- Paprika
- Jasmine
Base notes
the trail- Oakmoss
- Vetiver
- Cedar
- Cinnamon
- Amber
- Vanilla
- Labdanum
Scent Profile
The fingerprint.
Performance
Wearable in
Main accords
Signature Moodboard
The world this scent lives in.
Warm resin, honeyed glow.
Textures
- — Beeswax
- — Honeyed resin
- — Warm wool
- — Damp root
- — Linen
- — Drafting paper
Materials
Labdanum · Benzoin · Brass · Haitian vetiver · Bleached oak · Brushed nickel
Atmosphere
The room
A fire in a panelled room, snow outside
Weather
The air
Cold dry afternoon, 4°C
Interior Design
Camel velvet warmth
Camel velvet sofa, oak panelling, fire lit
Season
Autumn · Winter
Wears best in autumn and winter.
City Match
Vienna, café Sperl in December
Also at home in Prague, Saint Petersburg, Mexico City.
Literary Match
Towles — Gentleman in Moscow
The Night Watchman — Erdrich · A Gentleman in Moscow — Towles
In one line
Clive Christian
X Masculine — warm resin, honeyed glow.
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Try Before You Commit
Available samples.
Trusted Decant Sellers
Available decants.
Layering Ritual
Complete the ritual.
Body oils, candles, and atmosphere chosen to extend X Masculine from skin to room.
