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ARQUISTE PARFUMEUR
DISCOVERY ENVELOPE SETS
Discovery Set
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$30
Description
This discovery set brings together six distinctive fragrances from Arquiste Parfumeur, offering a comprehensive introduction to the brand's evocative storytelling through scent. It includes The Architects Club, a sophisticated blend of airy tobacco and vanilla with a crisp gin opening; A Grove by the Sea, an aromatic fig and olive composition reminiscent of the Adriatic coast; Indigo Smoke, a rich and smoky black tea fragrance with woody and incense notes; Misfit, a modern take on patchouli softened by ambrette and balsams; Peau, an intimate musky skin scent with salty amber nuances; and Sydney Rock Pool, a mineral, ambery, and subtly tropical fragrance capturing the essence of sun-warmed skin by the ocean. This collection is ideal for anyone looking to explore a range of unique and historically inspired scent profiles.
Scent Profile
The Architects Club
Woody
Vanilla
Aromatic
A Grove by the Sea
Aromatic
Fig
Green
Salty
Indigo Smoke
Smoky
Woody
Tea
Incense
All Notes
The Architects Club
Top Notes:
Bitter Orange
Bergamot
Lavender
Pink Pepper
Juniper Berry Oil
Angelica Root
Bitter OrangeLemon Sfumatrice
BergamotFrench Clary
LavenderPink PepperPepper Wood
Cardamom Seed Oil Absolute
Coriander Seed Oil
Black Currant Buds Absolute
Iris Absolute
Middle Notes:
Pink Pepper
Pink PepperPepper Wood
Cardamom Seed Oil Absolute
Coriander Seed Oil
Black Currant Buds Absolute
Iris Absolute
Base Notes:
Vanilla
Guaiac Wood
Amber
Wood From Paraguay
Oak Wood Extract
VanillaGuaiac WoodOak
AmberA Grove by the Sea
Top Notes:
Fig Leaf
Sea Salt
Adriatic Fig Leaves
Black Olive
Fleur De Sel
Croatian Clementine
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Olive
Fig LeafSea SaltFennel
Middle Notes:
Thyme
Rosemary
Fig
Ripe Fig Fruit
ThymeRosemaryOlive
FigBase Notes:
Balsam Fir
Cypress
Mediterranean Pine Needle
Fir Balsam
Mediterranean Cypress
Red Clay
Pine Needles
Balsam FirClay
CypressAbout ARQUISTE PARFUMEUR
A luxury niche brand founded in 2011 and distributed amongst more than 100 exclusive points of sales around the world. ARQUISTE® is a celebrated and cult fragrance brand. Curated by an architect specializing in Historic Preservation, each fragrance and scented candle restores the olfactive experience of a particular time and place, allowing you to unlock personal revelations and experience history in a most intimate way.
Perfumer
Carlos Huber
Carlos Huber is a Mexican-born architect and fragrance designer, best known as the founder of Arquiste Parfumeur. Trained in architecture and historic preservation in Mexico, Paris, and New York (Columbia University), he brings a historian’s eye to perfumery, crafting scents as “liquid time machines” that evoke specific moments in history. Mentored by perfumer Rodrigo Flores-Roux, he has collaborated with luxury houses like St. Regis Hotels, J.Crew, and Trudon. Celebrated by Forbes as the “Renaissance Man of Good Smells,” Huber is recognized for fusing rigorous research with olfactory artistry.
Reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers generally appreciate this Arquiste discovery set for its high-quality and unique fragrances, often finding several scents they love. It's considered an excellent way to explore the brand's diverse offerings.
Pros
Quality fragrances: Reviewers consistently praise the actual scents included for being well-blended and unique.
Good variety: The set offers a range of scent profiles, from smoky tea to fresh fig and musky skin, catering to different preferences and occasions.
Great for exploration: It's considered perfect for discovering the brand's range and finding new favorites.
Evocative storytelling: Many appreciate how each fragrance transports them to a specific historical moment or place.
Cons
Sample sizes: Some comments indirectly refer to the sample format, with one reviewer wishing a scent lasted longer.
Personal preference: As with any diverse set, some fragrances may not suit everyone's taste, with individual scents receiving mixed opinions (e.g., Indigo Smoke's smokiness, A Grove by the Sea's longevity).
Performance variability: A few reviews for individual fragrances in the set mention concerns about longevity or projection.
Comparisons
Similar offerings: The set is compared favorably to other niche brand discovery sets for its historical storytelling.
Vibe & Emotions
Exploration: The joy of discovering new signature scents and delving into the brand's artistry.
Variety: Having different options for different moods and occasions.
Sophistication: Many fragrances are described as sophisticated and elegant.
Transportive: The scents are noted for their ability to transport the wearer to different times and places.
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