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Oil-based perfume
Dark Tales Edgar A. Poe
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Gloomy Poetry in an Oil-Based Formula
Dark Tales Edgar A. Poe is a unisex perfume from the Swedish brand Dark Tales, created for those who appreciate atmospheric compositions with character.
This is a perfume oil with a very powerful sillage, so the fragrance is highly expressive and develops with particular depth on warm skin.
The name alludes to the aesthetic of Edgar Allan Poe: somber, intellectual and slightly mysterious.
However, the composition does not become a literal illustration of darkness. Instead, it plays with the contrast between cool green nuances, violet softness and a deep, mossy-earthy base.
The fragrance was created by perfumer Arina Franzen, the owner of the Dark Tales brand.
Her approach is reflected here in a concise, well-structured formula: the six listed notes transition smoothly from one to another, creating a cohesive impression without excess or unnecessary sweetness.
Olfactively, Edgar A. Poe combines chypre, floral and green facets.
Its main note groups include earthy and mossy notes, along with floral and green accents. The fragrance may therefore appeal to fans of classic chypres, while feeling more versatile and modern thanks to its oil-based texture.
At the opening, the composition smells cool and slightly damp: blue lotus adds a transparent floral nuance, while lavender brings a dry, herbaceous freshness.
Violet then emerges, softening the green-bitter profile and giving it a powdery nuance, while wormwood retains its characteristic astringency and a light wormwood haze.
The drydown is built around earthy notes and oakmoss.
They make the development darker, denser and deeper, leaving an expressive trail on the skin reminiscent of forest undergrowth, damp soil and cool air after rain.
This perfume will appeal to women and men who are drawn to unusual green fragrances without obvious gender coding.
Because of its very powerful sillage, it is best treated as an accent fragrance for evenings, cool weather, creative gatherings or special moods. It is advisable to start with a small amount and add more gradually if needed.
In terms of mood, Dark Tales Edgar A. Poe can be compared with Guy Laroche Drakkar Noir, Geoffrey Beene Bowling Green and Odoratika Violet Velvet. However, Edgar A.
Poe stands out neither for classic masculine austerity nor for sweet florality, but for its combination of lotus, wormwood, violet and moss, which makes it a memorable choice for lovers of unconventional perfumery.
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