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In 2018, The Strange South introduced Begotten — a fragrance that's hard to forget.
Country of origin — the United States: no wonder the fragrance turned out this refined. A rich, layered composition that reveals itself differently depending on your mood and the time of day.
Some fragrances simply live on the skin — this one becomes part of it. The official website of The Strange South — https://phoenixartisanaccoutrements.com.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail
Fragrances for spring and summer unfold with light citrus notes, floral and fruity accords, filling the composition with freshness, airiness, and a feeling of carefree lightness on warm days
The note pyramid of Begotten evolves as a living composition, where layers reveal themselves without rush and without gaps. The signature of The Strange South is evident in the way notes appear and fade. Every decision feels deliberate, and the structure feels complete all the way through.
The olfactory framework rests on these accords: Citrus, Gourmet, Wood and Mineral with each one in a clear role. The gender direction is unisex, which sharpens how the fragrance is perceived.
When the structure is mixed the notes arrive together with a chypre-green mood: Earthy Notes, Mandarin, Marigold, Pistachio and Willow. In this format 5 notes act as one integrated frame, creating natural chypre texture that reads as cohesive from the start.
The heart and base are felt as a gradual shift without abrupt breaks, which keeps the fragrance coherent.
At olfactory-group level the composition is built around Earthy / Mossy, Citrus, Floral and Fruit. It also reaches into Wood.
Overall Begotten reads as a cohesive composition — the first stage creates momentum, the heart develops the core line, while the drydown anchors the memory. These are the scent structures best understood on skin.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | The Strange South |
| Segment | Artisanal perfumery |
| Country | United States |
| Website | https://www.strange-south.com |
| Year of production | 2018 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
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