100ml
100ml
100ml
ARQUISTE PARFUMEUR
St. Regis Caroline's Four Hundred Room
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Unisex
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Starting
$85
Description
Caroline's Four Hundred by Arquiste Parfumeur is the signature scent of St. Regis Hotels and Resorts, drawing inspiration from the opulent Gilded Age balls hosted by Caroline Astor. This fragrance opens with a bright and delicate blend of quince, apple, and cherry blossom, evoking a sense of fresh fruit and blooming gardens. It then unfolds into a lavish floral heart, showcasing the rich aroma of American Beauty roses, crisp white lilies, and verdant green stems, capturing the essence of grand floral arrangements. The scent settles into a subtle woody base with hints of exotic woods, providing a refined and elegant backdrop to the vibrant florals, creating an atmosphere of timeless luxury and historical grandeur.
Scent Profile
Floral
Green
Fresh
Fruity
Woody
Powdery
Spicy
Notes
Top Notes
Quince
AppleCherry Blossom
Middle Notes
American Beauty Rose
White Lily
Hyacinth
CarnationGreen Stems
Violet LeafBase Notes
Exotic Woods
CedarOak Wood
CloveResinous Undertones
About 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
4.0
Very Good2 reviews
Ministry of Scent
4.0/5 • 2 reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers often describe Caroline's Four Hundred as a fresh, green, and naturalistic floral scent that successfully evokes the grandeur of a Gilded Age ballroom. Many appreciate its hyper-realistic portrayal of freshly cut flowers, particularly the prominent rose and lily notes, which contribute to its crisp and dewy character.
Pros
Quality composition: Reviewers praise its hyper-realistic floral scent, often noting it smells just like freshly-cut stems and a profusion of hothouse flowers.
Evocative atmosphere: The fragrance is lauded for its ability to transport users to a luxurious, historical setting, reminiscent of grand Gilded Age balls.
Cons
Scent preference: Some reviewers, while appreciating the floral notes, might prefer a room fragrance with deeper and earthier undertones for a more grounded feel.
Subtle artificiality: A few notes suggest the scent can have a slightly artificial-smelling quality upon initial application.
Vibe & Emotions
Luxurious and historical: Evokes the elegance and splendor of New York's Gilded Age society and its legendary gatherings.
Elegant and refined: Reflects the timeless allure and sophisticated ambiance associated with the St. Regis brand.
Fresh and uplifting: The cool, fresh, and dewy floral notes contribute to a bright and invigorating feeling.
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