Words: Alex Woodhall
Once you’ve settled on a signature scent or at least a small handful of fragrance brands you know, like and trust, it can be difficult to deviate from that stable of parfum. It often pays to be adventurous in life, and those who do often reap the rewards, in this case, smelling bloody amazing. There’s a wealth of world class perfumeries out there that go beyond the big names, and here are just five that often fly under the radar but will reinvigorate your side table and scent.
Tom Daxon
Hailing from a family line that’s experienced in perfumery has undoubtedly been crucial in the construction of Daxon’s eponymous line. With the essential oil’s blended in Grasse, France before returning to England for maturation over a minimum of six weeks, Daxon’s fragrances are a truly considered product of passion and expertise. Every step is taken to ensure each scent is perfect, the production process guarantees a long lasting aroma and can often take years to find the correct and final formula.
The details: Sicilian Wood from the brand is distinctive and distinguished. The citrus blend of lemon, tangerine and bergamot is fresh to cut and sets the tone nicely for the woody undercuts consisting of amber, cedar and sandalwood.
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