OE

O/E by Bogue Profumo is a bold and complex citrus-focused fragrance that unfolds like a performance piece. It opens with a powerful, almost confrontational burst of lemon, bergamot, and citruses, layered with medicinal camphor, pine, and herbal notes that evoke a fresh floor cleaner or barbershop elixir. The intensity is undeniable, and though it may feel harsh or overwhelming on initial application—especially on the skin or in small doses—it calms into a deeply textured, woody-resinous core. Over time, the scent evolves into a warm, peppery, and slightly animalic harmony of resins, sandalwood, benzoin, vetiver, and tobacco, with a surprising hint of civet that gives it a wry, flirtatious drydown. The fragrance carries an intellectual and experimental character, drawing from classic masculine colognes but reimagining them through a modern, alchemical lens. It is not a traditional citrus scent; rather, it captures the moment just as a lemon begins to turn—bitter, spent, almost ruined—yet still compelling. The longevity is exceptional, lasting well beyond 12 hours, and sillage settles into a moderate, intimate presence after the initial blast. Its character is far from typical, making it ideal for those seeking a distinctive, thought-provoking scent that defies categorization.