MAISON DE L'ASIE
GUNS OF SAKURA
Extrait De Parfum
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$390
Description
Guns of Sakura by Maison de L'Asie is an intriguing fragrance that explores the duality of strength and vulnerability, opening with a luminous steel shimmer of dark blackcurrant, metallic notes, and olibanum. As it develops, ethereal trails of birch incense and a distinctive gunpowder accord weave through the heart, evoking petals falling through smoke. The scent then settles into a warm, rebellious base of caramelized guaiac wood, creamy sandalwood, and musk, where sweetness meets ash and innocence meets resolve. This is a fragrance for the individualist, embodying the push and pull between exposure and protection.
Perfumer: Antoine Lie
Scent Profile
Woody
Musky
Metallic
Aromatic
Fruity
Notes
Top Notes
Blackcurrant
Metallic NotesOlibanum
Middle Notes
BirchGunpowder Accord
Base Notes
Guaiac Wood
Musk
SandalwoodAbout MAISON DE L'ASIE
Maison de L'Asie, founded by Elizabeth Liau in 2019 in Singapore, is a luxury fragrance house that crafts story-driven scents evoking the multifaceted identities and unexpected narratives of Asia through thematic chapters dedicated to countries like Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, and India. Its philosophy blends French perfumery artistry with Asian cultural storytelling, using signature notes to capture emotions such as nostalgia, grief, and love, as in the vanilla musk and ginger of Mother x Love. What sets it unique is its cinematic approach to perfumery, positioning it as a global Asian brand free of clichés, targeting discerning audiences seeking layered, evocative fragrances beyond traditional souvenirs.
Perfumer
Antoine Lie
Antoine Lie is a French perfumer renowned for his bold, experimental creations that push the boundaries of contemporary perfumery. Trained at ISIPCA and having worked with Givaudan and Takasago, he has crafted standout fragrances for brands like Comme des Garçons, Etat Libre d’Orange, Amouage, and A Lab on Fire, earning acclaim for his edgy, emotional, and thought-provoking style.
Reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers describe Guns of Sakura as a unique and intriguing scent that balances contrasting elements, often highlighting its metallic and smoky facets alongside a woody sweetness. It's seen as a fragrance for those who appreciate individuality and a non-conformist spirit.
Pros
Performance excellence: This fragrance offers long-lasting wear, often exceeding 8 hours, with an intimate yet noticeable projection.
Quality composition: The blend is noted for its interesting interplay of dark blackcurrant, metallic notes, and a distinctive gunpowder accord, creating a complex and evolving scent experience.
Unique character: Many find it to be a vibrant ode to individuality, embodying a balance between raw essence and presented facades, making it a scent with an edge.
Cons
Specific limitation: The metallic and gunpowder notes might be too prominent or unusual for some, potentially making it a polarizing scent.
Situational drawback: While versatile, its unique profile might not suit all occasions, perhaps being best reserved for moments when one wants to make a distinct statement.
Vibe & Emotions
Individuality: Reviewers often feel this fragrance evokes a strong sense of self and a non-conformist attitude.
Resistance: It's described as embodying a struggle between exposure and protection, and the desire to connect versus the instinct to retreat.
Intrigue: The scent's contradictory nature, blending beauty with camouflage and tenderness with smoke, creates a captivating and mysterious aura.
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