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19-69
LA HABANA
Eau De Parfum
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$195
Description
La Habana by 19-69 is a captivating fragrance that transports you to the vibrant, golden musical era of Cuba between the 1930s and 1950s. It opens with an arresting blend of saffron and aldehydes, offering a sparkling yet subtly spicy introduction. As it develops, the scent reveals a rich, smoky heart of elemi and incense resinoid, evoking the island's legendary vices like hand-rolled cigars and aged rum. The dry down settles into a seductive base of vanilla absolute, caramel, ambroxan, and Laotian oud, creating an alluring and long-lasting aroma that feels both glamorous and intoxicating.
Scent Profile
Aromatic
Smoky
Resinous
Spicy
Sweet
Amber
Notes
Top Notes
Saffron
AldehydesMiddle Notes
ElemiIncense Resinoid
Base Notes
Vanilla Absolute
Caramel
Ambroxan
OudGolden Stone
Amber Balsam Resinoid
Hyraceum
About 19-69
Cosmetic cult brand 19-69 was founded by the Swedish artist and product developer Johan Bergelin.
A twenty-four month long creative process with artisans in Scandinavia, France and Italy lead to the launch of 5 perfumes in 2017.
Perfumer
Johan Bergelin
Johan Bergelin: “I have always surrounded myself with creative people, personal friends as well as professional. What has always inspired me is how these artists very often stand up for their values. They want to make a difference. This can be made in endless ways: a mural painting, a sculpture, photos or music lyrics. You may or may not personally agree, but it takes guts to stand up for your beliefs and who you are, and I do respect that. I think this is what planted a seed in me and was the beginning of 19-69.”
Reviews
3.5
Good6 reviews
Luckyscent
3.0/5 • 4 reviews
Ministry of Scent
4.5/5 • 2 reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers often describe La Habana as a seductive and intoxicating fragrance that successfully captures the glamour and excitement of mid-20th century Havana. It's frequently praised for its unique blend of sweet, smoky, and resinous notes, offering a rich and complex wearing experience.
Pros
Performance excellence: Many find it to be a long-lasting fragrance with good projection, making it a noticeable and enduring scent.
Versatile appeal: It's widely considered suitable for any gender, offering a sophisticated and alluring profile that works well for various occasions, especially when seeking a glamorous escape.
Quality composition: Reviewers appreciate the stylish and seductive blend of sweet, smoky resins, noting the arresting spicy opening and the rich development of incense and vanilla.
Comparisons
Reminds reviewers of hand-rolled cigars: The smoky and resinous qualities evoke the rich aroma of fine tobacco.
Reminds reviewers of aged rum: The sweet and warm undertones are often compared to the luxurious scent of aged rum.
Vibe & Emotions
Glamour: The fragrance is said to evoke the vibrant atmosphere of Havana's golden musical era, with dazzling showgirls and a sense of opulence.
Excitement: It's seen as a perfect scent for those who desire an escape to a world of thrill and allure.
Seductive: Many describe the fragrance as inherently seductive and intoxicating, creating an alluring aura around the wearer.
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