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This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.3

Citrus
Floral
Rose
Woody
Patchouli
Earthy
Spicy
EDP · unisex

Histoires de Parfums is a niche French house known for conceptual fragrances that play with art and perception, often in limited editions or distinctive bottles. This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.3 is part of their numbered series that challenges fragrance conventions with unconventional compositions.

The fragrance opens with a sharp blood orange that carries earthy undertones, setting an unusual citrus foundation. The heart develops around a spiced rose and saffron combination, lending an aromatic warmth that's both floral and slightly dusty. The base settles into leather and patchouli leaf, grounding the composition with a woody, slightly animalic quality that prevents the rose from becoming soft or romantic. The overall effect is a floral woody with character -- it's structured and contemplative rather than decorative.

This works best for those who appreciate roses that aren't traditionally beautiful, and who want spice and leather balanced against florals. It's versatile enough for any season but feels particularly suited to cooler months when its woody, leather-forward dry-down becomes the main attraction. Consider this if you gravitate toward The Sensualist, The Aristocrat, and The Maverick sensibilities.

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Main Accordsreported by community
Citrus
100%
Floral
42%
Rose
90%
Woody
58%
Patchouli
60%
Earthy
100%
Spicy
80%
Sweet
50%
Leather
70%
Fragrance Notesbrand verified
Top · 0–30 min
Blood Orange
Blood Orange
Darker and more complex than regular sweet orange, blood orange has a berry-like, slightly tart quality alongside its citrus brightness. The pigment responsible for its deep crimson colour also gives it a richer, more brooding character. It bridges citrus and fruity families in a way that feels distinctly Mediterranean.
Heart · 30 min – 3 hrs
Rose
Rose
The queen of floral notes and the most-used ingredient in fine perfumery. Real rose is simultaneously velvety, honeyed, and slightly spicy, nothing like the synthetic candy version. Depending on the variety used, it can anchor a composition or drift through it like a ghost, adding warmth without dominating.
Saffron
Saffron
The most expensive spice in the world has a leathery, honeyed, slightly metallic quality that is immediately recognizable. In perfumery, saffron adds a dark, animalic richness, it's the note that gives oud-rose fragrances their distinctive regal depth. A little goes a long way; too much reads as medicinal.
Base · 3–12 hrs
Leather
Leather
One of perfumery's most complex accords, smoky, animalic, and slightly woody, evoking tanned hide, polished saddles, or fine gloves depending on the recipe. Leather adds sophistication and edge simultaneously, and is deeply associated with masculinity in Western perfumery (though the best leather fragrances transcend gender entirely).
Patchouli Leaf
Patchouli Leaf
The fresh green leaf of the patchouli plant rather than the aged, fermented distillate more commonly used in perfumery. Patchouli leaf is lighter, greener, and more herbal than traditional patchouli oil, with a fresh earthiness. It is used when a less dense, more transparent version of patchouli's characteristic warmth is desired.
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The SensualistBest match85% match
You fill the room without trying.

Warm, smooth, projecting. Leather, tobacco, dry amber, bold woods.

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The Aristocrat83% match
Timeless doesn't try. It simply is.

Cool, clean, commanding. Heritage aromatics, classic citrus, dry fougères, refined woods.

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The Maverick82% match
You do what works for you. That's always been enough.

Fresh, bold, abstract, dry. Metallic notes, experimental musks, architectural woods with presence.

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Warm, smooth, projecting. Leather, tobacco, dry amber, bold woods.
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Scent Profile
Citrus100%Floral42%Rose90%Woody58%Patchouli60%
Fragrance Family
Floral Woody
EDP
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histoires de parfums This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.3— Prices, Coupons & Buying Guide

Best price today: This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.3 is $210.00. Without a coupon the lowest price is $210.00. Gush tracks 47+ retailers updated every 2 hours.

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Yes. Jomashop, FragranceNet, and MaxAroma sell 100% authentic histoires de parfums fragrances through unofficial distribution channels. The fragrance is identical to department store stock. Grey market refers to the supply chain, not product quality. The price difference comes entirely from the distribution channel.

Frequently asked questions

Cheapest price for histoires de parfums This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.3? +
$210.00 at ScentSplit. Gush compares 47+ retailers updated every 2 hours.
What does histoires de parfums This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.3 smell like? +
Histoires de Parfums is a niche French house known for conceptual fragrances that play with art and perception, often in limited editions or distinctive bottles. This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.3 is part of their numbered series that challenges fragrance conventions with unconventional compositions. The fragrance opens with a sharp blood orange that carries earthy undertones, setting an unusual citrus foundation. The heart develops around a spiced rose and saffron combination, lending an aromatic warmth that's both floral and slightly dusty. The base settles into leather and patchouli leaf, grounding the composition with a woody, slightly animalic quality that prevents the rose from becoming soft or romantic. The overall effect is a floral woody with character -- it's structured and contemplative rather than decorative. This works best for those who appreciate roses that aren't traditionally beautiful, and who want spice and leather balanced against florals. It's versatile enough for any season but feels particularly suited to cooler months when its woody, leather-forward dry-down becomes the main attraction. Consider this if you gravitate toward The Sensualist, The Aristocrat, and The Maverick sensibilities.
What are the notes in histoires de parfums This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.3? +
Top: Blood Orange. Heart: Rose, Saffron. Base: Leather, Patchouli Leaf.
What fragrance family is This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.3? +
histoires de parfums This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.3 belongs to the Floral Woody fragrance family. It is an EDP.
What is a grey market fragrance retailer? +
Grey market retailers sell authentic fragrances sourced through unofficial distribution -- typically excess inventory from authorized distributors. The product is real and identical to retail. FragranceNet (est. 1997), Jomashop, and MaxAroma are well-established with millions of verified reviews.

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