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Fables d'Orient
by L'Artisan Parfumeur
Fables d'Orient by L'Artisan Parfumeur is a delicate, powdery oriental with a prominent amber and nutmeg core, accented by heliotrope and iris. It unfolds with a subtle fresh-spicy olfactory signature and evolves into a cool, refined, slightly musky and resinous dry down. The performance is moderate but can be extended with more application, and it excels in colder seasons, particularly winter, where its elegant warmth feels just right. The fragrance feels exceptionally unisex and transparent—light and dissolved rather than dense or overwhelming. Many describe it as cool, clean, and subtly radiant, with a watery, powdery quality that avoids heaviness or soapiness, yet remains sensual and refined.
Pros
- +light, elegant, and refined - ideal for those who want a subtle, sophisticated oriental without being gourmand or overly sweet
- +remarkably unisex in character, suitable for a wide range of wearers regardless of gender identity
- +performs well in winter and cooler months, where it feels most alive and balanced
Cons
- −longevity is moderate, requiring overspray for extended wear
- −sillage is not strong, making it more intimate than projecting
- −some find the powder note minimal or lost, and the heliotrope too faint in its initial phase