Chinese Calligraphy

Name: Chinese Calligraphy
Brand: d'Annam
Price: 160.00 $
Availability: InStock

Eau De Parfum

Unisex

Sizes

Starting

$160

Description

Chinese Calligraphy by d'Annam is a contemplative fragrance that aims to capture the serene atmosphere of a scholar's workshop, where the art of calligraphy unfolds. It opens with a crisp, almost tactile impression of ink and paper, evoking the quiet focus of creation. As the scent develops, a warm, freshly brewed coffee note emerges, adding a grounding and comforting layer, complemented by a delicate floral whisper of orchid. The fragrance settles into a deep, matte base of black lacquer, providing a woody and introspective finish that lingers with understated sophistication. This scent is designed to evoke moments of reflection and quiet artistry. Perfumer: Anh Ngo

Scent Profile

Woody

Aromatic

Ink

Coffee

Floral

Notes

Top Notes

Ink

Paper

Middle Notes

Coffee

Orchid

Base Notes

Black Lacquer

About d'Annam

d’Annam is a fine fragrance house from Vietnam founded around 2023 by Nick Hoang, presenting itself as an olfactory tribute to Asian cultures, especially Vietnam. Their debut collection, Chapter 1: Enchanting Vietnam, includes scents inspired by Vietnamese heritage — like White Rice and Vietnamese Coffee — and they emphasize handcrafted production, natural ingredients, and cultural storytelling.

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Perfumer

Anh Ngo

Anh Ngo (Ngo Nguyen Viet Anh) is a Vietnamese perfumer who trained at ISIPCA and worked in the flavors & fragrance industry, including a tenure at IFF. He is the principal creative behind d’Annam fragrances, collaborating with founder Nick Hoang to interpret Vietnamese cultural and natural motifs through scent.

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Reviews

5.0

Excellent1 reviews

Ministry of Scent

5.0/5 • 1 reviews

Community Insights

Reviewers generally find Chinese Calligraphy to be a unique and artistic scent, often praised for its realistic portrayal of ink and paper. It's described as a subtle yet sophisticated fragrance that encourages introspection and offers a cozy, refined wearing experience.

Pros

Photorealistic Ink Scent: Many appreciate the authentic and wearable interpretation of ink notes.

Understated Sophistication: Reviewers note its subtle intimacy and warmth, making it suitable for various occasions.

Balanced Composition: The blend is often highlighted for its gentle nature, with orchid providing a soft counterpoint to the sharper ink.

Good Longevity: The fragrance is noted to last for a respectable duration, typically around 6 hours on skin.

Cons

Specific Olfactory Profile: One reviewer mentioned a 'semi aromatic mop scent' and a 'faint floral, bath and bodyworks-esque trail', indicating it might not appeal to all palates.