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Eau de parfum
Napa Perfumes King of Swords
Gender:
Male
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
The Character and History of the Fragrance
Napa Perfumes King of Swords is a men's eau de parfum released in 2023.
The composition belongs to the spicy and woody families and is intended for those who appreciate expressive fragrances with a cool opening, a distinctive texture, and a dense, memorable trail.
The release was created by Napa Perfumes, a Bangladeshi perfume brand offering men's and women's fragrances in eau de parfum, perfume, and extrait concentrations.
King of Swords comes in an eau de parfum concentration, so its scent profile feels rich and cohesive, without excessive lightness.
Development and Olfactory Profile
The composition opens with a fresh citrus accord, in which bergamot is especially noticeable.
The sparkling citrus quickly takes on a cool, herbaceous mint nuance, while the tobacco note lends the opening a dry, slightly astringent depth.
As it develops, the fragrance becomes spicier and rounder.
Geranium adds a clean green-floral nuance, nutmeg intensifies the warm spiciness, while musk and grey amber create a soft yet perceptible base with a characteristic sensual undertone.
In the base, King of Swords becomes darker and calmer: anise adds a cool spicy facet, guaiac wood and patchouli support the woody framework, while tonka bean softens the composition with delicate sweetness.
Thanks to this transition, the fragrance moves from a lively citrus-and-mint opening to a warm, woody-spicy finish.
Sillage, Seasonality, and Occasions
King of Swords is described as having very strong sillage, so it makes its presence known and is well suited to those who enjoy an expressive perfume presentation.
It may sound especially harmonious in cool weather, in the evening, at meetings, formal events, and in situations that call for a confident, composed image.
In warm weather, the composition should be used with restraint so that its spicy, musky, and woody nuances do not become too dense.
Precise recommendations for applying this release to skin and clothing are not provided, so it is sensible to start with a minimal number of sprays and assess how it develops on your own skin.
Its Place in the Brand's Collection
King of Swords combines freshness, spicy energy, and a deep woody base.
This structure makes the fragrance more versatile for different masculine styles: it can complement both everyday looks and a more formal evening wardrobe while retaining its distinctive richness.
No information is provided about the perfumer who created the composition, so we will not associate it with a specific signature style.
No other concentrations are listed for King of Swords either, which allows this eau de parfum to be considered a standalone version of the release.
Similar Fragrances
Those who would like to compare King of Swords with other fresh and expressive men's compositions may wish to consider Adidas Adidas Ice Dive, Edgardio Chilini Silver Olibanum, and Edgardio Chilini Good Morning.
They may appeal to fans of noticeable sillage and the contrasting combination of fresh, spicy, and woody tones, although each of these fragrances develops in its own way.
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