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Perfume extract
Olfactory NYC Rio
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Olfactory NYC Rio — an expressive unisex extract
Olfactory NYC Rio is a unisex fragrance in a perfume, or extract, concentration, created for those who appreciate a noticeable presence and an expressive character.
This release belongs to the floral and woody families, combining gentle floral sensuality with a deeper, composed and elegant mood.
Behind the fragrance is Olfactory NYC, a brand founded in 2016 with the ambitious idea of making high-quality artistic perfumery more accessible.
Its DNA is connected to New York’s fresh energy, freedom of self-expression and a modern take on niche compositions.
Rio continues this direction, offering a versatile fragrance without a strict gender association.
The composition was created by perfumer Honorine Blanc.
In her interpretation, the contrast between white flowers and dry woods sounds less like a simple classic formula and more like a cohesive urban image — clean, stylish and bold enough to remain noticeable in any space.
Character and development
Jasmine and cedar take center stage in Rio. Jasmine adds bright floral expressiveness, while the cedar accord creates a dry, refined and slightly austere foundation.
A detailed top, heart and base pyramid is not provided for this fragrance, so its development is best understood as a harmonious interplay of the listed notes.
Its very strong sillage makes Olfactory NYC Rio a highly noticeable fragrance.
It can highlight your individuality, complement an evening look or become a distinctive detail in cool weather; for the office and small spaces, it is best to start with a minimal number of sprays.
Wearability and dosage
Rio will appeal to women and men who enjoy richly presented woody-floral compositions.
The extract is especially suitable for evenings, dates, formal events and occasions when you want to leave behind a memorable scented trail.
No precise recommendation for applying it to skin or clothing is provided in the database.
Given its very strong sillage, it is sensible to start with one spray on the skin, assess the intensity after a few minutes and add another if necessary; apply the fragrance to clothing particularly carefully to avoid overwhelming its character.
Similar fragrances
If you are interested in the contrast between radiant florals and pronounced woody depth, you can compare Rio with Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540.
For other bold and ambiguous combinations, consider Etat Libre d`Orange Jasmin Et Cigarette; for a lighter introduction to the floral-woody aesthetic, try Calvin Klein Calvin Klein Women Eau de Toilette.
No other concentrations of Olfactory NYC Rio are listed in the available data.
This is important to keep in mind when choosing: this is specifically an extract with very strong sillage, rather than a more airy eau de toilette or eau de parfum version.
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