#276 INSPIRED BY...LAYTON

Top Notes: Apple, Bergamot, Lavender, Mandarin Orange

Middle Notes: Geranium, Violet, Jasmine

Base Notes: Vanilla, Cardamom, Sandalwood, Pepper, Patchouli, Guaiac Wood

The moment #276 inspired by Layton is sprayed, there’s an undeniable vibrance — it feels like the early morning sun casting light on a polished, gleaming city. The green apple is the first to reveal itself — not overly sweet, but juicy and crisp, as if you’ve just bitten into the freshest fruit, the tang of its flesh refreshing the senses. It’s accompanied by a zesty, citrusy brightnessfrom bergamot and mandarin orange, which swirl around the apple in a fizzy, effervescent cloud. It’s like a burst of life, a moment of clarity — fresh, energetic, and instantly uplifting.

But then, just as you settle into the brightness, lavender starts to weave through, giving the opening an unexpected depth. This isn’t a fresh lavender; it's smooth, almost a little sweet, with an herbaceous and aromatic quality that brings a refined, masculine touch. It calms the initial rush, softening the fruitiness and providing a clean, almost meditative contrast. The lavender feels like strolling through an herb garden, where the air is sharp yet calm, and it sets the tone for something just as sophisticated but far more layered.

As the scent starts to evolve, the florals come into play — a quiet, well-mannered bouquet that adds softness without losing its edge. The heart reveals geranium, which brings a subtle, almost peppery green quality that deepens the fragrance, giving it a vibrant and slightly spicy warmth. Alongside this, violet contributes a delicate, powdery sweetness that feels luxurious and velvety, almost like velvet gloves. The jasmine joins, but it’s not overtly floral. It’s creamy, soft, lending a sensual undercurrent to the scent, more of a suggestion of flower than an overpowering floral note.

And then, as the scent settles into the skin, #276 inspired by Layton becomes something truly rich and enveloping. The base notes gradually emerge, and the fragrance takes on a smooth, almost seductive warmth. Vanilla is the core of this dry-down — but it’s not the usual sugary sweetness. It’s rich, creamy, and elegant, like a smooth vanilla bean warmed by the sun. Cardamom adds an intriguing, spicy touch — not fiery, but rather warm and inviting, making the vanilla even more complex. There’s also a light kick of pepper, which doesn’t overpower but adds a delicate zing, enhancing the warmth without overwhelming it.

Then, as the fragrance deepens, you encounter the earthy richness of sandalwood, which rounds out the warmth with its creamy, soft woodiness. There’s a subtle touch of patchouli, but it’s not the heavy, earthy patchouli you might expect. Instead, it’s finely balanced — earthy, resinous, but light enough to let the vanilla and cardamom shine. Finally, a hint of guaiac wood adds a dry, slightly smoky edge, offering a touch of mystery, as if the scent is wrapping itself in a cloud of elegant warmth.