Dark Saphir by Agonist
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Dark Saphir by Agonist is a spicy oriental fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2013, this composition features top notes of raspberry, aromatic spices, violet leaves, black pepper, cumin, peach, cilantro, bergamot, and ginger. The heart reveals a blend of rose, geranium, carnation, iris, jasmine, orchid, cinnamon, heliotrope, and carrot. The base is formed by oud wood, patchouli, frankincense,…
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In the collection
Leading answer I want it
689 votes
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Leading answer Love it
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Season
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Time of day
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About Dark Saphir
Dark Saphir by Agonist is a spicy oriental fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2013, this composition features top notes of raspberry, aromatic spices, violet leaves, black pepper, cumin, peach, cilantro, bergamot, and ginger. The heart reveals a blend of rose, geranium, carnation, iris, jasmine, orchid, cinnamon, heliotrope, and carrot. The base is formed by oud wood, patchouli, frankincense, gaiac wood, vanilla, tonka bean, and labdanum.
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Longevity
Leading answer Long-lasting
108 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Strong
144 votes
Character
Leading answer Balanced
27 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Fair price
22 votes
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Agonist Dark Saphir is a bold, versatile blend of mystery and elegance, pairing spicy notes with caramelized sweetness on a spiced oriental base. It projects strongly, commanding attention and making a lasting impression. The brand wants you to imagine breaking open a dark sapphire and smelling its essence—it’s tough and spicy with a sweet coating that can be confusing at first. It explodes off with violet, black pepper, cumin, cilantro, ginger, and bergamot, but then raspberry and peach step in to soften the edge. In the heart, the rich, fatty sweetness of the rose is captivating alongside jasmine, iris, and carnation, reminiscent of Serge Lutens’ Vitriol d’Oeillet. I didn’t really pick up the carrot note, maybe I just need more practice, like doing nasal crunches. After a few hours, the woods arrive: oud, guaiac, and a hint of acidic patchouli. It’s an elegant way to feel unique and happy wearing a dark sapphire on your skin. Longevity is high and the trail is intense.