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Fortis by Les Liquides Imaginaires

Les Liquides Imaginaires · 2012 · EDP

Fortis

Floral Spicy

Experience the transformational power of Fortis fragrance, like a regenerating fire that rejuvenates and revitalizes, leaving you feeling renewed and refreshed. Its encompassing warmth reassures and its sparks of energy ignite new life within. Just as a fire brings forth new growth from the ashes, Fortis has the power to regenerate and revitalize your spirit, giving you the strength and force to embrace the future with confidence. Let the phoenix within you rise and soar to new heights with the empowering scent of Fortis.

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The Composition

Note pyramid.

Composed by Sonia Constant. A unisex fragrance for fall & winter.

Top notes

the opening
  • Agarwood (Oud)
    Agarwood (Oud)
  • Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha
  • Saffron
    Saffron
  • Cumin
    Cumin

Heart notes

the soul
  • Guaiac Wood
    Guaiac Wood
  • Cedar
    Cedar
  • Vetiver
    Vetiver
  • Amyris
    Amyris

Base notes

the trail
  • Sandalwood
    Sandalwood
  • Ambergris
    Ambergris
  • Patchouli
    Patchouli
  • Musk
    Musk
  • Vanilla
    Vanilla

Scent Profile

The fingerprint.

Freshness50
Warmth50
Sweetness50
Smokiness40
Florality50
Woodiness50

Performance

Longevity4/5
Sillage4/5
Projection4/5

Wearable in

Seasonfall · winter
OccasionSignature
GenderUnisex
FamilyFloral Spicy

Main accords

woodyoudaromaticwarm spicyamberearthy

Signature Moodboard

The world this scent lives in.

Smoky, resinous, late-empire.

Textures

  • Charred resin
  • Smoke-stained silk
  • Aged paper
  • Damp root
  • Linen
  • Drafting paper

Materials

Agarwood · Brass · Persian wool · Haitian vetiver · Bleached oak · Brushed nickel

Atmosphere

The room

Incense drifting through a marble courtyard at dusk

Weather

The air

Dry desert evening, 22°C, wind from the south

Interior Design

Maximalist Levantine

Carved cedar screens, low brass lamps, kilim on stone floor

Season

fall · winter

Wears best in fall and winter.

City Match

Marrakech at the call to prayer

Also at home in Istanbul, Muscat, Mexico City.

Literary Match

Pessoa — written by candle in a rented room

The Book of Disquiet — Pessoa · The Garden of the Prophet — Gibran

In one line

Les Liquides Imaginaires

Fortis — smoky, resinous, late-empire.

Imagery courtesy of Unsplash

Verified Retailers

Where to buy.

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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 Fortis from skin to room.

Bundle total · $224