Macabre
Men Women 2024
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Macabre by Dark Tales: An Opulent Woody Oriental for All Dark Tales has introduced Macabre, a unisex oriental woody fragrance launched in 2024. It was composed by the perfumer Arina P. Franzén and feels like a study in darkness and allure. The scent begins with a spicy flourish of black pepper and clove, then softens into a floral heart before…
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Top
black pepper
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Heart
Egyptian Jasmine
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Base
incense
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About Macabre
Macabre by Dark Tales: An Opulent Woody Oriental for All
Dark Tales has introduced Macabre, a unisex oriental woody fragrance launched in 2024. It was composed by the perfumer Arina P. Franzén and feels like a study in darkness and allure.
The scent begins with a spicy flourish of black pepper and clove, then softens into a floral heart before settling on a complex base of incense, woods, and moss. This is a perfume for those who appreciate serious, characterful compositions.
From the very start, Macabre announces itself with black pepper and clove. The pepper is brisk and lively, while the clove adds a warm, enveloping depth. It is an unusual, arresting opening, yet one that quickly reveals its intention: dark, rich, and elegantly strange.
The heart features Egyptian jasmine and Bulgarian rose, specifically Rosa damascena. These two blooms bring a counterpoint of creamy sweetness and powdery refinement. It is a fleeting moment of light before the fragrance descends into its shadowy base.
The base notes are incense, guaiac wood, patchouli, labdanum, oak moss, vetiver, and velvet. The composition has a smoky, resinous character with earthy corners and a smooth, tactile final note. Velvet is an imaginative addition, creating a sense of plushness around the drier woods.
As expected from the woody oriental family, the accords here are warm, ambered, and spicy, with woody, musky, mossy, and white floral nuances. The perfume develops slowly on the skin, making every wearing a new experience. It is dense without becoming heavy, thanks to the balance between bright spices and deep resins.
Created by Arina P. Franzén for Dark Tales, Macabre is a 2024 release that stands out in the brand’s collection. It is a bold, narrative-heavy fragrance for anyone who likes their scent to have a gothic sensibility and contemporary polish.
This perfume will suit those who love unisex oriental fragrances with a warm, spicy, and resinous personality. It is a natural choice for autumn and winter evenings, and for moments when you want a scent that lingers in the memory.
Macabre is a striking woody oriental with a clear artistic vision. From the first peppery sting to the velvet-smooth base, it offers a rewarding, atmospheric journey for the discerning perfume lover.
Woods and mosses Resins and balsams
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