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Home Fragrances V Canto Red Collection Stricnina
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V Canto Stricnina

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Unisex
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Fragrance information:

Stricnina: An Italian Masterpiece from V Canto

Imagine a fragrance that combines elegance and boldness – this is V Canto Stricnina, released in 2017.

This unisex masterpiece belongs to the famous Italian brand V Canto, also known as Quinto Canto, born from the creative union of the Terenzi perfumery dynasty.

The fragrance is part of the Red Collection, highlighting its belonging to a line inspired by dramatic stories from the past.

As a Perfume (Extract), Stricnina offers an intense and long-lasting formula, ideal for those seeking a fragrance with character.

Its Unisex positioning makes it a flexible choice for any gender, and the Middle trail ensures a noticeable but not intrusive presence, perfect for creating a memorable impression.

Paolo Terenzi: The Magic of Creativity

Behind the creation of Stricnina is the talented perfumer Paolo Terenzi, whose work reflects a deep understanding of aromatic compositions.

Inspired by the notorious history of the Borgia family, especially Lucrezia Borgia, Terenzi embodied the concept of deadly beauty in the Red Collection.

Stricnina, with its provocative name, symbolizes this contradiction: a seductive scent hiding philosophical depth, making the fragrance not just a perfume, but a true work of art.

This release strengthens V Canto's reputation as a brand that boldly experiments with themes, balancing between sweet fruitiness and warm base notes.

Its influence is felt in the universal profile that captivates hearts and emphasizes femininity or masculinity depending on the wearer.

The Universal Charm of Stricnina

Stricnina is suitable for various scenarios: from romantic dates to special events, thanks to its middle trail and rich composition.

Its unisex character makes it an excellent choice for couples who want to share a fragrance, or for those who value flexibility in perfumery.

The fragrance unfolds well in cool evenings or intimate settings, creating an aura of irresistible charm.

If you liked Stricnina, you might also appreciate other fragrances such as Tiziana Terenzi Kirke, Tiziana Terenzi Cassiopea, or Sospiro Perfumes Erba Pura.

These similar options offer alternative interpretations of fruity and sweet themes, expanding your perfumery horizons.

For more information, visit the brand's official website: https://www.vcanto.com.

More than 82% of users recommend this fragrance!
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Key fragrance characteristics

Better suited for:
Men and women (unisex)
Middle fragrance longevity

The fragrance has medium longevity and lasts on the skin for about 5-6 hours, gradually revealing its notes and leaving a pleasant impression

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Sillage
Middle

It can be felt in close proximity, but does not attract the attention of those around you

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Style
Solemn

The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image

Solemn
Concentration
Perfume extract

The most concentrated form of perfume with a deep, multifaceted composition, exceptional durability, and an expressive trail

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Fragrance seasonality
Autumn - Winter

Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months

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Perfume information

Description of the composition

Pyramid of Notes: Fragrance Journey

The Stricnina composition begins with a refreshing burst of top notes: Bergamot, Lemon, Black Currant Leaf and Passion Fruit.

This opening chord creates a bright, fruity-citrus aura that instantly captures attention and sets a dynamic start.

In the heart of the fragrance, more complex shades unfold: spicy Cinnamon, green Fig Leaf, delicate Magnolia, juicy Peach and Raspberry, as well as exotic Ylang-Ylang.

This mix adds depth and sensuality, smoothly transitioning to a cozy base.

The base of Stricnina is warm and memorable, with notes of Amber, Sweet Accord, Vanilla, Woody Accord and Musk.

These elements ensure longevity and complete the composition, leaving a soft, enveloping trail that lingers on the skin.

Perfumers

Gender Unisex
Brand V Canto
Segment Niche perfumery
Country Italy
Website https://www.vcanto.com
Year of production 2017
Status Produced
Concentration Perfume extract
License holder Cereria Terenzi Evelino S.R.L.

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Composition pyramid

Note photo Bergamot
Bergamot
Note photo Black currant leaf
Black currant leaf
Note photo Lemon
Lemon
Note photo Cinnamon
Cinnamon
Note photo Fig Leaf
Fig Leaf
Note photo Magnolia
Magnolia
Note photo Ambergris
Ambergris
Note photo Sweet Accord
Sweet Accord
Note photo Vanilla
Vanilla

Top notes

Bergamot Black currant leaf Lemon Passion fruit

Heart notes

Cinnamon Fig Leaf Magnolia Peach Raspberry ylang-ylang

Base notes

Ambergris Sweet Accord Vanilla Woody Accord musk

Families

Family Fruit Fruit
Family Sweet Sweet

Fragrance characteristics

based on 10 opinions
Chords
Relevance
Dosage
Perception
Appearance quality
Similar
Persistence
The persistence of a fragrance is determined by how long it can be felt. It is a characteristic associated with ingredients that evaporate slowly. Persistence depends on the physical properties of the perfume ingredients—mainly their volatility and environmental factors such as temperature and humidity.
Persistence
Medium (2 to 5 hours)
3
Sillage
Imagine a light cloud of fragrance that, like an aeroplane trail, remains in the air after your appearance. This is the sillage - a subtle or vivid imprint left by the most diffuse element of a perfume composition. The sillage can be almost invisible when it is felt only by you and those around you. Or it can be so expressive that its presence is noticed even long after you have left.
Sillage
Medium
3
Complexity and depth
The complexity of a fragrance is the number and variety of notes that create a unique composition. A complex fragrance contains many different notes that reveal themselves on the skin. The depth of a fragrance is the richness and intensity of the fragrance. Fragrances with a deep composition include heavy and powerful notes that stay on the skin longer and affect others over long distances.
Complexity and depth
Medium and varied
2
Gender
This scale depicts gender focus and demonstrates how the brand positions the fragrance - as masculine, feminine or universal.
Male
20%
Unisex
60%
Female
20%
What kind of event
Date
20%
Wedding
10%
Sport
10%
Sleep
0%
For party
10%
For every day
10%
Sex
10%
For Holiday
10%
Theatre
10%
Office
10%
For what time of year / season
Winter
Winter
0%
Spring
Spring
100%
Summer
Summer
0%
Autumn
Autumn
0%
For what style / mood
Casual
20%
Gala
20%
Classic
20%
Avant-garde
0%
Romantic
20%
Sporty
20%
For what age
under 18
0%
18-25 years old
0%
26-35 years old
100%
36-45 years
0%
46+ years old
0%
Any
0%
On the skin
The optimum amount of atomisation on the skin is the balance at which the fragrance reveals itself in its entirety and sounds its best.
Spot
20%
Enter the cloud
20%
1-2 atomisations
40%
2-3 atomisations
20%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
Where is the best place to apply the fragrance?
The best places to apply a fragrance are the areas where it will reveal itself most fully and create the most vivid impression.
On the chest
12%
On the wrist
25%
On the knees
12%
On the back of the neck
12%
Behind the ears
12%
On the elbow
12%
On the abdomen
0%
On the back of the hand
0%
On clothes
12%
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On clothing
The optimum amount of atomisation of the fragrance on clothes, at which it reveals the best quality of the fragrance.
Spot
20%
Enter the cloud
20%
1-2 atomisations
40%
2-3 atomisations
20%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
Associations
Perfume associations are the emotions and images that pop into the imagination when you perceive its unique notes and accents
Freshness
17%
Exoticism
17%
Luxury
17%
Euphoria
0%
Passion
33%
Joy
0%
Calm
17%
Excitement
0%
Sadness
0%
Despair
0%
Effect
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Effect
Attracts attention
4
Intensity
The intensity of a fragrance is like its ‘volume’, the degree of intensity and strength with which it is felt around you or on the surface.
Intensity
Moderate
2
Bottle
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High quality
4
Spray
Spray
High quality
4
Packaging quality
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A 100-milliliter format for such intense fragrances is just overkill. A decant is fine, of course, but mini-formats would be much more appropriate. At first, I was afraid of such rich compositions, but now I'm somehow drawn to them. This fragrance is pure juice of various components, and they clearly didn't spare the amber. It seems rounded at first, but then some rough suede starts to emerge. Honestly, I don't understand why they complicate it so much
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Can't wear it because of the opening. The synthetic notes are very strong, the raspberry is sharp, hitting you right in the nose. But over time, as it develops, it becomes truly beautiful
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How pleasantly surprised I was by this scent! The passion fruit is simply delightful, so delicious, if one can say that about perfume. The vanilla causes no discomfort, and the peach is sweet, though a bit unnatural. Blackcurrant leaf is also noticeable, adding an interesting accent. A light greenness adds freshness. This is truly a great fruity fragrance!! I apply just a drop, and in winter, it's simply chic. The longevity is excellent, I feel it around me all day
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Hooray! Finally, a fruity scent from Paolo Terenzi, and thankfully, without that heartbreaking musk that usually irritates so much 😊 A bit chemical, but generally quite pleasant. Passion fruit, synthetic raspberry, and peach - all this sounds bright and cheerful, but not tiring if sprayed away from the face and no more than one spritz. The fruity riot seems to be framed by vanilla, blackcurrant leaf, and something sweet that's hard to define
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How long I've waited for this scent! It's like a fruity hurricane that leaves no chance of staying in the shadows. Every time I apply it, I feel people noticing me, and that brings joy, but at the same time, a certain sadness washes over me. So many compliments, yet inside there's still emptiness. I adore it, but sometimes this feeling is too heavy 🍏
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5
I definitely like the scent! It's soft and fruity, feeling gentle on the skin, not intrusive. However, the longevity leaves much to be desired. During the first test, I noticed it somewhat resembles Kirke, but here the fruits are not as prominent
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When someone compliments you and asks what perfume you're wearing, you smile and answer: "Strychnine" I'm not a fan of sweet fruity scents, but this "sweet poison" surprised me. The main thing is not to overdo it: one spray - and your mood is high, but if you overdo it, everyone around you might just suffocate. And don't forget, before going out, you need to give the fragrance time to "settle" on the skin, it's too bright. 100 ml for an extract is, of course, overkill, but now I have a lifetime supply. I wouldn't divide it into fruity notes, it's more like an assortment of fruit candies
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A juicy, bright, and fruity scent! Raspberry, mango, passionfruit, and tropical flowers create a festive atmosphere. This is exactly the kind of fragrance that transports you on vacation. The bottle is simply gorgeous, like everything in this series!!
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5
The scent really delights with its fruity bouquet. Passionfruit and raspberry stand out, and musk adds an interesting accent. So delicious! I'm thrilled with this perfume. A light woody note and vanilla remain in the base, which is lovely. I've only been using it for a week, but I've already fallen in love with its sillage and how it develops throughout the day. It's autumn now, I haven't tried it in other seasons, but it seems to suit spring more, especially late spring or early summer. The sweetness is moderate, and the longevity is excellent. If you love fruity-floral scents, this is definitely for you! 🍃
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4
The fragrance is truly bright and rich. Passionfruit here blends beautifully with the sweetness of raspberry and floral accents. It's clearly feminine and easily perceived, perhaps even the simplest of them all. Light green notes of leaves and delicate musk add an interesting touch
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3
This fragrance is simply awful, too bright and intrusive. The fruits in it seem unnatural, as if they've been marinated in sweet syrup. Everything sounds too rounded and soft, but in reality, it's just unbearable. The fig leaf adds some suffocating note that makes you feel uneasy 😒
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This scent is definitely too sweet for me. I mix it with a citrus Malone, otherwise it becomes too cloying on the skin. Passionfruit, raspberry, and vanilla with musk stand out the most. The other notes serve as a background. But it lasts for more than a day 🎉
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What a gorgeous and rich fragrance! It just blows your mind with its sweetness and femininity. You can clearly smell ripe passionfruit, raspberry, peach, and also blackcurrant leaf and sweet vanilla. Its longevity is simply excellent, it won't disappear. This perfume is definitely worth trying, it makes you dream and opens new facets of perception
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3
The scent turned out to be too intrusive and sweet. Tropical fruits just filled the space, and that didn't please me at all 🍍
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5
I really liked strychnine, just like hemlock. The fruits here are simply gorgeous, and the flowers are so vibrant! Passionfruit is something special, I fell in love with it after Nirmala. It seems this is my personal way to lift my spirits! The combination of notes is delightful, without unnecessary fuss or intrusive oud accents. Sweet, delicious, like a dessert - simply a feast
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