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AVII Yūgen
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
AVII Yūgen — a deep unisex fragrance
AVII Yūgen is a 2025 extrait de parfum from the Spanish brand AVII.
The brand specializes in unisex fragrances with a rich perfume/extrait concentration, making this release a fitting choice for those who value an expressive character and a noticeable presence on the skin.
Yūgen continues this aesthetic, combining ambery depth with floral softness.
The name Yūgen refers to the Japanese concept of subtle, almost elusive beauty and hidden depth.
In perfumery, this mood is conveyed through contrasting accents: juicy pear, creamy tuberose, warm sandalwood and sensual grey amber.
As a result, the fragrance feels less like a simple fruity-floral accord and more like a layered, intimate composition.
Notes and character of the composition
AVII Yūgen features fruity, white-floral, woody and animalic nuances.
Pear adds juiciness and a light, cool sweetness, while tuberose creates an expressive white-floral heart and sandalwood softens the overall picture with a velvety woody texture.
Grey amber brings a warm, slightly salty, musky nuance and helps the fragrance feel especially full-bodied.
A pyramid divided into top, middle and base notes has not been provided for this release, so its development is best described as a cohesive blend of accords.
On the skin, Yūgen may come across as rich, enveloping and luminous at the same time, with fruity freshness gradually giving way to floral creaminess and woody-ambery depth.
Concentration and sillage
The perfume/extrait concentration suggests high intensity and good longevity, while AVII Yūgen is described as having very strong sillage.
This is not a fragrance for going unnoticed: it is best suited to situations where you want to make an impression and leave behind a distinctive, memorable trail.
Exact recommendations for the number of sprays on skin and clothing are not available.
Given its concentration and powerful sillage, it is sensible to start with a minimal application, observe how it develops on your own skin, and add more if necessary.
The extrait may be especially captivating in cool weather, in the evening and indoors, where the composition has time to unfold gradually.
The perfumer and AVII's style
The fragrance was created by perfumer Céline Guivarch.
Her work on Yūgen is built around a combination of soft and more sensual materials: pear makes the opening appealing, tuberose adds floral presence, while sandalwood and grey amber create a rich final backdrop.
For AVII, this fragrance is particularly interesting for its balance between universal gender positioning and a saturated character.
Yūgen does not try to be exclusively delicate or strictly woody; it brings together creamy florality, fruity juiciness and ambery depth, allowing it to smell different on different people.
It is a strong choice for those who enjoy noticeable, contemporary fragrances that are not too predictable.
Who will enjoy AVII Yūgen
Yūgen will appeal to women and men who prefer intense floral-amber compositions with a woody base.
It is worth considering for fans of tuberose, unusual fruity accents and expressive extraits that unfold gradually rather than sounding flat, changing their impression throughout the day.
For further exploration, consider Parfums Quartana Venetian Belladonna, as well as Parfums Quartana Midnight Datura and Cannon L'Extrême.
These fragrances are not copies of Yūgen, but they may appeal to lovers of unusual, rich and distinctive compositions.
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