From the top notes, the blend of watery notes with the base accord of moss and ambroxan evokes the sense of liberating transparency and composure often found in men's fragrances. The watery notes provide a crisp accent—slightly salty and distinct from spices, avoiding any sweetness. They evoke a marine quality reminiscent of seaweed, similar to *Algue A*. Layered with the bright, fresh scents of bergamot and orange blossom, the fragrance captures the bounty of nature and the radiance and vastness of the earth. Osmanthus plays a role in enhancing the luminosity of the orange blossom, conjuring an image of free, expansive brilliance. The moss in the base grounds the scent, lending it the powerful, solid presence of the earth. When applied to the skin, the bergamot, orange blossom, and osmanthus release a fresh yet elegantly fruity sweetness. The watery notes provide a subtle accent on the skin, like the spray of a wave. Gradually, these watery notes expand, creating a crisp impression devoid of sweetness—this is where the salty facet comes to the fore. This impression lingers on the skin for some time. Eventually, the moss and ambroxan emerge, imparting a sense of calm and reassurance. I highly recommend trying this fragrance directly on your skin. You can better appreciate the evolution of the scent; while the watery notes dominate on a paper strip, applying it to my skin allows the accents of orange blossom, bergamot, and osmanthus to add a gentle radiance—though the watery notes eventually take over.

Nuda Veritas
Nuda Veritas is the fragrance of truth laid bare, the white space of hope, clarity, and authenticity, inspired by the first part of Gustav Klimt's triptych on the quest for happiness. It embodies humanity stripped of its pretenses, as if standing in the purity of its most honest form. Like a knight in golden armor, it acts as a savior, guiding us on a spiritual quest for happiness. At the heart of this fragrance is an indelible lightness, an effortless grace that attracts those seeking inner peace. The fragrance opens with a delicate floral heart of jasmine and osmanthus, evoking hope and nostalgia. Earth and minerals are subtly evoked by notes of moss, anchoring the scent in the natural world. As we reach for the sky, the fragrance reveals its naked truth—transparent, watery, and serene—accented by whispers of patchouli and the soft, comforting touch of ambroxan.

