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Eau de parfum
Peter de Cupere C Perfume 14ᵀᴴ
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
The Character and Concept of the Fragrance
C Perfume 14ᵀᴴ is a unisex fragrance by Peter de Cupere, created for those who appreciate expressive compositions with an unusual combination of spicy, green, woody and gourmand nuances.
This eau de parfum has a very powerful sillage, making the fragrance noticeable from the first minutes and allowing it to maintain a distinct presence around the wearer.
The character of C Perfume 14ᵀᴴ combines the freshness of herbs, dry spiciness, bittersweet cocoa and chocolate nuances, and deep woody warmth.
The composition unfolds in layers: green accents keep the gourmand aspect from becoming too dense, while the amber-woody base gradually adds softness, volume and sensuality.
How It Unfolds on the Skin
The opening is built around the contrast of cool mint, aromatic basil and fennel with pronounced notes of anise, saffron and chocolate.
The beginning is fresh, spicy and slightly bitter, with a distinctive herbal facet. From the first minutes, the fragrance reveals an unconventional signature and makes no attempt to remain discreet.
Coriander, rosemary, turmeric and patchouli emerge at the heart, supported by rosewood and dark chocolate.
Here, the spices do not smell sharp but rather full-bodied: they intertwine with dry woody nuances and gradually lead the composition toward a warm, rich base.
The dark chocolate becomes deeper and earthier rather than dessert-like.
The final stage of the development rests on amber, cedar, guaiac wood, sandalwood, musk and a leathery accord.
Bourbon vanilla and cocoa soften the woody-leathery character without turning it into a simple sweet composition.
Ultimately, the fragrance leaves a warm, spicy and slightly smoky trail with noticeable gourmand depth.
Wearability and Sillage
C Perfume 14ᵀᴴ will appeal to women and men who enjoy rich fragrances with a strong sense of individuality.
Because of its very powerful sillage, it is best suited to cool weather, evening outings and occasions where an expressive presence is appropriate.
In hot weather, the composition may feel especially intense, so the amount applied should be chosen carefully.
Precise recommendations for the number of sprays on skin and clothing are not provided in the available information.
A practical approach is to start with a small amount on the skin and observe how the fragrance behaves in your particular temperature and humidity: the rich base unfolds gradually and may last longer than expected.
The Perfumer and the Brand's Style
The composition was created by Peter de Cupere. His work on C Perfume 14ᵀᴴ revolves around a bold combination of natural green, spicy, gourmand, leathery and woody motifs.
For the unisex fragrance house Peter de Cupere, this release highlights an interest in experimental olfactory expression and perfumery without strict gender boundaries.
The release year, collection affiliation and other concentrations of this fragrance are not specified.
Therefore, C Perfume 14ᵀᴴ is primarily intriguing for its olfactory architecture: it combines fresh herbaceousness, spices, chocolate and cocoa accords, and a powerful woody-amber foundation.
Similar Fragrances
To explore a similar mood, consider Paco Rabanne XS Pour Homme, and compare the composition with Edgardio Chilini Cafeier and The Spirit of Dubai Turath.
These fragrances offer an opportunity to explore different facets of spicy, woody and rich olfactory profiles without limiting yourself to a single style of development.
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