Top 5: Peacock Perfumes

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Looking to stand out from the crowd with a scent that simply demands attention? Sometimes the most forceful fragrance isn't the best way to make an impression; choosing a perfume with a distinctive and unique character is the perfect way to make a splash without ruffling anyone's feathers, and they might even ask you what you're wearing! As we move ever closer to the dreaded office party season, it's useful to have a scent in your fragrance wardrobe that can compliment and complete any outfit with its unique character. With that in mind, here's our pick of the 5 most intriguing, complex, and stand out scents to come our way in recent months:



1. Silk, Andrea Maack
Light and sophisticated, Silk is a scent of both elegance and understatement with its gentle blending of premium floral notes that melt into a heart of vanilla and amber. With a close sillage there's little chance of offending anyones delicate olfactory sensibilities, yet those that get close enough to smell it will be astounded by the simultaneous lightness and complexity of this fantastic scent by Icelandic visual artist, Andrea Maack.








2. Agrumi, Farmacia SS. Annunziata
At first glance you'd be forgiven for assuming Agrumi was merely an inoffensive citrus eau de toilette, with a bright top of Italian lemons and bergamot resting on a base of musk. However, the heart note of eucalyptus really sets this fabulous scent apart, giving it a cooling, green edge that cuts through to produce a rich yet beautifully clean and crisp final effect.











3. Tardes, Carner Barcelona
An intriguing combination of notes gives Tardes its unique and striking personality, and Carner Barcelona have succeeded in creating a scent that is at once idiosyncratic yet soft and demure. An opening of Bulgarian rose alongside almond and rosewood gives you an idea of the nutty, floral character of the scent, while heart notes of celery and plum emphasise a uniquely juicy yet ephemeral and aqueous accord that makes Tardes stand out from the crowd.







4. Trèfle Pur, Atelier Cologne
Effortless style characterises the house of Atelier Cologne, and from the hand made leather caps of their bottles to the revelatory fragrances contained within their distinctive ethos shines through. Trèfle Pur is a green fragrance with sophisticated accords of pepper and carefully chosen florals. Bitter orange combined with basil in the top notes gives a truly unique opening, while the combination of patchouli and moss in the base gives a simply sensational dry down.









5. Aedes de Venustas, Aedes de Venustas
The signature scent from New York based perfumery Aedes de Venustas, the scent contains a delightfully unique combination of notes that coalesce simultaneously in the absence of a traditional fragrance pyramid. Rhubarb, tomato leaf, and hazelnut all lend their distinctive aromas to Aedes de Venustas, while red berries and green apple dance on the periphery of the scent. Truly perfect if you want to express your individuality without clamouring for attention!



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