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The Scent Profile

Chypre fragrances are not one-note scents. They are built on contrast: bright at the start, floral or aromatic through the middle, then deeper, mossier and more textured on the skin. Think bergamot, rose or jasmine, patchouli, woods and oakmoss coming together to create something polished, earthy and quietly powerful. ARC brings together chypre fragrances from the world’s most-loved brands for those who want a scent that feels elegant, distinctive and a little less obvious.

Common Chypre Fragrance Family Notes
 

Common chypre fragrance notes include bergamot, citrus, rose, jasmine, patchouli, oakmoss, labdanum, woods, musk and amber. Modern chypres may also include fruit, leather, green notes or soft florals, but the signature feeling is usually the same: fresh on top, grounded underneath.

The Origin of the Chypre Fragrance Family
 

The word chypre comes from the French name for Cyprus. The fragrance family became widely recognised after François Coty’s Chypre de Coty launched in 1917, giving its name to an entire style of perfumery. Classic chypres were often built around citrus, florals, oakmoss, patchouli and labdanum.