Created by the boundary-pushing Alessandro Gualtieri, Bergamask is a study in the "play of rejection and attraction." It is a fragrance that strips away the traditional "heart" of a perfume to focus on a visceral collision of two extremes: the bright, sharp sting of Calabrian Bergamot and the deep, carnal warmth of Musk. Inspired by the idea that our bodies are gardens and our smells are the mirror of our souls, Bergamask is designed to reveal itself slowly, not over hours, but over days. It is a scent that "stays and plays," evolving from a zesty citrus into a powerful, animalic second skin.
Olfactory Pyramid:
Top Notes: Calabrian Bergamot, Lemon
Heart Notes: Lavender, Orange Blossom, Lily of the Valley
Base Notes: Musk (Javanol), Cedar, Tonka Bean
Vibe: Sharp, electric, musky-earthy, and bold.
What are the notes in Orto Parisi Bergamask? Bergamot and lemon at the top, lavender, orange blossom and lily of the valley in the heart, and musk, cedar and tonka in the base. Composed by Alessandro Gualtieri.
Is it a citrus fragrance? Bergamot leads, but the musk gives it a warm, skin-like pull that keeps it from reading as a simple citrus.
Should I sample it first? Start with the 1.5mL sample before the 50mL.
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