PARAPHRASE

FIN DE SIECLE TRAVEL SIZE

Name: FIN DE SIECLE TRAVEL SIZE
Brand: PARAPHRASE
Price: 71.00 $
Availability: InStock

Eau De Parfum

Unisex

Sizes

Starting

$71

Description

Fin de Siècle by Paraphrase is a captivating floral and woody fragrance that evokes a sense of dark richness and vibrant life, reminiscent of a wild rose hidden deep within a mossy forest. It opens with a dry, slightly bitter citrus canopy before unfolding into a jammy, animalic rose heart that continuously shifts between fruity and mossy nuances. As it settles, deep brooding base notes of woods, oakmoss, and civet emerge, creating a sultry, warm, and decidedly decadent experience that feels both vintage and strikingly modern. This scent is for those who embrace a raw, dangerous elegance and aren't afraid to get a little dirty. Perfumer: Joshua Smith

Scent Profile

Floral

Woody

Animalic

Mossy

Rose

Dark

Vintage

Notes

Top Notes

Bergamot

Bitter Orange

Middle Notes

Egyptian Rose

Black Currant Bud

Base Notes

Woody Notes

Oakmoss

Civet

Patchouli

About PARAPHRASE

Paraphrase Perfume is an independent North American fragrance house founded in 2014 by Joshua Smith, an ex-forester turned designer who creates handcrafted perfumes in Canada. The brand philosophy centers on using scent as a means of retelling stories and exploring the subtle beauty of nature, with a focus on slowness, mindfulness, and sensory exploration. Paraphrase rebranded from its former name Libertine Fragrance in 2025, shifting from a rebellious aesthetic to one emphasizing creation, community, and the transformative power of fragrance in connecting people to natural landscapes and their inner selves.

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Perfumer

Joshua Smith

Joshua Smith is a self-taught perfumer from the Canadian prairies, formerly a forester and industrial designer, who founded Libertine Fragrance in late 2014 while studying design and later rebranded it to Paraphrase. He hand-blends immersive unisex perfumes using high-quality natural and synthetic ingredients, with notable creations including Sex & Jasmine—an animalic jasmine ode—Gilded, a spice-laden incense scent, and Fin de Siecle, a modernized rosy chypre. His work emphasizes sensory exploration, slowing down to connect with one's emotions, and reinterpreting personal stories through scent.

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Reviews

4.7

Excellent18 reviews

PARAPHRASE

4.7/5 • 18 reviews

Community Insights

Reviewers often describe Fin de Siècle as a unique, dark, and animalic rose that masterfully blends vintage sensibilities with a modern edge. It's widely praised for its exceptional longevity and noticeable projection, making it a standout in many collections. The fragrance is noted for its intriguing evolution from a dry, citrusy opening to a rich, musky, and sometimes boozy rose.

Pros

Performance excellence: This fragrance boasts incredible longevity, often lasting all day on skin and even longer on clothing, with an above-average sillage that leaves a memorable trail.

Unique composition: Many appreciate its non-synthetic rose quality and the well-blended woody, mossy, and animalic base that gives it a decadent, dark, and sexy character.

Versatile appeal: While often recommended for cooler weather, its complex nature makes it intriguing for various occasions, appealing to those who enjoy a bold and artistic statement scent.

Cons

Situational drawback: Some find its initial dry and bitter opening requires a few minutes to settle, and its 'dirty' or loud animalic facets might not appeal to everyone, especially in warmer climates.

Specific limitation: It's not a universal crowd-pleaser and is often described as being for an 'artistic soul' or someone daring, rather than a typical compliment-getter.

Comparisons

Reminds reviewers of 'dirty roses': It's often likened to other fragrances featuring prominent, slightly indolic or animalic rose notes, offering a vintage-smelling experience reminiscent of the 1950s.

Vibe & Emotions

Artistic soul: Evokes imagery of Van Gogh's 'Café Terrace at Night' or a group of bohemian artists in early 1900s Paris, suggesting a creative and unconventional spirit.

Daring elegance: Offers an elegance with a raw, dangerous edge, appealing to those who are bold and unafraid to express a sensual, untamed side.

Cozy in cold weather: The fragrance develops a more musky and animalistic warmth when worn with wool, creating a comforting yet intriguing aura perfect for cooler, moodier seasons.