50ml
50ml
ARQUISTE PARFUMEUR
No.31
Eau De Toilette
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$90
Description
No.31 by ARQUISTE PARFUMEUR transports you to the vibrant New York art scene of the 1940s, drawing inspiration from Peggy Guggenheim's groundbreaking all-female exhibit. This fragrance opens with a bold, intriguing blend of red vermouth and eau de vie, evoking the era's sophisticated cocktails. As it develops, a heart of damson plum and Bulgarian rose emerges, adding a daring floral and fruity dimension. The scent settles into a warm, earthy base of patchouli and oakmoss, creating an addictive and memorable trail that captures the avant-garde spirit.
Perfumers: Rodrigo Flores-Roux and Yann Vasnier
Scent Profile
Aromatic
Fruity
Boozy
Floral
Woody
Spicy
Notes
All Notes
Plum Rose Cocktail
Top Notes
Vermouth
Eau De Vie
Middle Notes
Damson Plum
RoseBase Notes
Patchouli
OakmossAbout 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.
Perfumers
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.
Yann Vasnier
Yann Vasnier is a French master perfumer renowned for his artistic range and innovative style. Trained at ISIPCA in Versailles, he has created fragrances for luxury houses such as Tom Ford, Marc Jacobs, Comme des Garçons, Arquiste, and Jo Malone London, as well as niche brands like Parfums MDCI and Keiko Mecheri. Vasnier is celebrated for his ability to craft scents that balance elegance, modernity, and daring creativity, making him one of the most respected perfumers of his generation.
Rodrigo Flores-Roux
Rodrigo Flores-Roux is a Mexican-born master perfumer, celebrated for his artistry in blending classical techniques with modern creativity. Trained in biology in Mexico and perfumery at ISIPCA in Versailles, he has created acclaimed fragrances for houses such as Tom Ford, Clinique, Dolce & Gabbana, John Varvatos, and Arquiste. Known for his deep knowledge of raw materials and storytelling through scent, Flores-Roux is regarded as one of the leading perfumers of his generation, shaping both niche and mainstream perfumery with elegance and innovation.
Reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers often find No.31 to be a boozy and fruity floral, with some appreciating its unique character and warmth, especially for cooler weather. Others, however, perceive it as somewhat generic or fleeting, with concerns about its longevity and projection, with the boozy notes sometimes described as tart or even sour.
Pros
Warm and cozy feel: Many find it a comforting scent, particularly suited for fall and winter, evoking the feeling of a "trusted cozy sweater".
Interesting boozy notes: The vermouth and eau-de-vie accords offer a distinctive, tart-sweet boozy quality that some find appealing.
Unique inspiration: The historical context of the 1940s New York art scene and daring female artists adds an intellectual and artistic appeal.
Cons
Inconsistent longevity and projection: Performance is a mixed bag, with some reporting it as weak and short-lived, while others experience moderate to long-lasting wear.
Perceived as generic or lacking personality: A few reviewers describe it as a "pointless fruity floral devoid of personality" or "mildly interesting, but probably not worth a purchase" for its price point.
Sour notes: The boozy aspect can sometimes lean towards a sour impression, which might not appeal to all wearers.
Comparisons
Similar to Arquiste No. 57: Noted as being lighter than its companion fragrance, No. 57, also a boozy scent.
Vibe & Emotions
Cozy and warm: Evokes the feeling of a "trusted cozy sweater" and is often recommended for colder weather.
Avant-garde and artistic: Captures the spirit of the 1940s New York art scene and daring female artists, offering an intriguing and sophisticated aura.
Intriguing and addictive: The brand itself describes it as an "addictive, intriguing fragrance".
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