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Cadavre Exquis
by FZOTIC
Cadavre Exquis is a deeply complex, bold gourmand perfume with a striking opening of camphor, civet, and dark chocolate that feels both medicinal and animalic. It evolves into a dense, spiced chocolate with dried fruits, vanilla, and cypress, creating a richly textured, almost edible aura. The scent has a dark, mysterious warmth, enhanced by an herbal, slightly medicinal camphoration that lingers through the drydown. Despite its initial intensity, it settles into a smooth, creamy animalic sweetness that maintains presence for many hours. The fragrance is best suited for cold seasons, especially winter evenings, and is projected with moderate to strong sillage, making it suitable for intimate or theatrical settings. It defies typical categorization, blending elegance and grotesqueness seamlessly, and appeals most to those who enjoy perfumes with a narrative intensity and a vintage, artful sensibility.
Pros
- +Long-lasting and intense sillage makes it a standout choice for evening wear
- +The complex evolution from camphor-heavy start to sweet, animalic drydown offers a satisfying journey
- +Appeals to those who appreciate bold, genre-defying perfumes with artistic depth
Cons
- −The initial camphor and civet burst may be overwhelming or unpleasant to sensitive noses
- −Fragrance performance is intense and bold, which may not suit casual or professional environments
- −Not universally wearable; it requires a personal affinity for animalic, spicy, and gourmand notes