Victorian – Parfumistas

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Perfumer

Arina P. Franzén

Main accords

citrus woody white-floral musky amber yellow-floral sweet rosy floral powdery

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Victorian by Dark Tales Is a Moody Floral for Every Gender Victorian, from the house of Dark Tales, is a 2023 unisex release in the floral olfactive family. It opens with a bright citrus burst but quickly descends into a warm, resinous embrace. Created by perfumer Arina P. Franzén, the scent layers lush florals over a base of white musk,…

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Key notes

The olfactory pyramid

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Top 3 notes

ylang-ylang

grapefruit

neroli

Heart 3 notes

Damascus rose

jasmine

rose

Base 3 notes

labdanum

white musk Rosewood

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About Victorian

Main accord citrus Year 2023 Gender Men · Women Perfumer Arina P. Franzén

Victorian by Dark Tales Is a Moody Floral for Every Gender

Victorian, from the house of Dark Tales, is a 2023 unisex release in the floral olfactive family. It opens with a bright citrus burst but quickly descends into a warm, resinous embrace.

Created by perfumer Arina P. Franzén, the scent layers lush florals over a base of white musk, labdanum, and rosewood. The result is polished, slightly mysterious, and surprisingly easy to wear.

The top notes feature grapefruit, neroli, and ylang-ylang. That combination gives the opening an almost sparkling quality, with a hint of sweetness that keeps it from feeling too sharp or tart.

At the heart, Damask rose and jasmine take center stage, joined by a softer rose accord. The Damask rose lends a rich, almost spice-tinged elegance, while jasmine adds a creamy texture and a gentle, lasting warmth.

The base is where Victorian shows its darker side. Labdanum brings a honeyed amber-like depth, which is smoothed out by white musk and rosewood. Together, they leave a powdery, soft trail that feels understated but distinctive.

With accords that include citrus, white florals, amber, and woody notes, Victorian sits nicely between classic perfumery and contemporary fragrance. It’s floral without being shy, but never loud or overbearing.

Dark Tales seems to have designed this scent for anyone who loves the romance of Victorian aesthetics. It works for daytime wear when you want a little more presence, and it transitions easily into evening events.

This will appeal to fans of floral fragrances who prefer something with depth and character. It’s also a good match for those who love rose, white musk, and amber-like base notes, and who appreciate a unisex scent that doesn’t lean too far in any direction.

Victorian is a carefully composed floral fragrance that balances brightness with depth. It’s one of those scents that feels both dressed-up and effortless, and it should satisfy anyone looking for an elegant, modern twist on a classic theme.

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