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Oil-based perfume
Wylde Ivy Eye of the Wolf 2018 Oil
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Release History and Character
Wylde Ivy Eye of the Wolf 2018 Oil is an oil perfume released in 2018 by the independent American brand Wylde Ivy.
This is a unisex fragrance created for those who appreciate expressive woody compositions with a fougère character and a noticeable presence.
The name Eye of the Wolf evokes an image of a fragrance with strong, focused energy.
Its character combines a fresh citrus nuance, a soft floral facet, dry woods, and a warm vanilla-musk depth.
The perfume comes across as cohesive and multifaceted while retaining the individuality characteristic of niche perfumery.
Olfactive Profile
The fragrance belongs to the fougère and woody families and also combines citrus, floral, gourmand, musky, and woody accents.
As a result, the composition is not limited to dry woods or a sweet trail: its profile is built on a contrast between freshness, creamy softness, and a dense base.
The formula lists cedar, citron, floral notes, sandalwood, vanilla, and musk.
Citron adds a sparkling citrus impression, cedar contributes a more austere and dry nuance, while sandalwood softens the woody framework.
Vanilla and musk make the fragrance warmer and rounder, helping it remain sensual and comfortable.
Development and Sillage
In its oil perfume format, Eye of the Wolf develops close to the skin, gradually gaining intensity as it unfolds.
Citrus freshness is shaded by floral nuances, after which the composition moves toward a woody-creamy theme with a vanilla-musk accent.
The fragrance is described as having very strong sillage, so even a small amount can make the wearer's presence distinctly noticeable.
Eye of the Wolf 2018 Oil will appeal to those who enjoy distinctive fragrances with high longevity and are not looking for an understated, airy effect.
The Perfumer and Brand Style
The composition was created by Ashlee Krammes, perfumer and owner of Wylde Ivy.
Her involvement is particularly important to the way this release is perceived: the fragrance is connected to the independent American perfume scene, where the perfumer's signature, emotional imagery, and independent work with the formula are highly valued.
Founded in the United States in 2006, Wylde Ivy develops a niche-perfumery aesthetic in which fragrances tell stories through mood and combinations of recognizable materials.
Eye of the Wolf continues this direction, offering not a literal image but an expressive woody-fougère interpretation with a soft gourmand side.
Who Will Enjoy This Fragrance
This is a unisex perfume for women and men who are drawn to warm woody compositions with a noticeable character.
It may develop especially well in cool weather, in the evening, on a walk, at a meeting, or in any other setting where a rich and memorable sillage is appropriate.
The recommended amount for application to skin and clothing is not specified in the available information.
Considering the oil-based formula and very strong sillage, it is sensible to start with a small amount to assess the intensity on your skin and add more if necessary.
Similar Fragrances
For further exploration of a similar direction, consider Soivohle Meerschaum.
Naso Di Raza Than...White and Ralph Lauren Monogram are also suitable alternatives for comparison: they offer an opportunity to explore different approaches to woody, soft, and expressive accords.
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