Assortiment

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BDK Parfums is a niche fragrance line launched in 2015 by Parisian perfumer Olivier Douzou, known for creating bold, unconventional scents that prioritize raw materials over commercial appeal. The house has built a reputation for sophisticated compositions that resist easy categorization. Assortiment opens with cardamom and black tea, creating a spiced, slightly astringent top that feels more refined than gourmand despite the fig's sweetness. The heart settles into iris and bourbon vetiver, grounding the composition with earthy, almost leathery depth. Sandalwood and tonka bean form the base, adding creamy warmth without tipping into candy territory. The overall effect is a woody-aromatic fragrance with genuine gourmand character, balancing spice and sweetness in a way that feels architectural rather than cloying. This is best suited to someone looking for a fragrance with complexity and restraint, one that doesn't announce itself loudly but reveals different facets throughout wear. It works year-round, though the spiced opening and creamy base make it particularly appealing in cooler months. Assortiment aligns with The Romantic, The Hedonist, and The Homesteader scent profiles.

Top: Cardamom, Fig, Black Tea. Heart: Iris, Bourbon Vetiver. Base: Sandalwood, Tonka Bean.

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