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Thumbsucker
by Stora Skuggan
Thumbsucker by Stora Skuggan is a bold, sweet, and highly expressive fragrance that opens with a radiant honey and narcissus note, enhanced by a zesty sour cherry. The development unfolds into a warm, waxy, and powdery base dominated by beeswax, bitter almond, and a soft violet resonance. The impression is both gourmand and vintage, with a strong but refined sweetness that brings to mind a honeyed, aged floral candy — think cherry pie with maraschino syrup and beeswax candles. It has a moderate sillage and long-lasting presence, making it confident and noticeable without being overwhelming. While some appreciate its creative, artistic quality and enjoy its darkly sweet character, others find the powdery, soapy, and slightly medicinal notes overpowering, likening it to aged skin or art-scented hand soap. The scent carries an unmistakable vintage elegance, tied together by a classic resinous warmth. It performs best in autumn or winter and suits those receptive to expressive, nostalgic, and slightly unconventional perfumes.
Pros
- +A distinctive and artistic honeyed floral base that feels warm and cozy
- +Long-lasting performance with moderate sillage, suitable for cooler seasons
- +Balanced complexity that blends gourmand sweetness with subtle earthy woodiness and bitter almond for depth
Cons
- −Overpowering powdery and soapy notes that some find unpleasant or reminiscent of old age
- −Can trigger nausea or strong aversion in sensitive users due to its intense sweetness and vintage character
- −Lacks subtlety — it makes a bold statement and may not suit understated or minimalist preferences