Imaginary Authors

Memoirs of a Trespasser

Memoirs of a Trespasser
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Memoirs of a Trespasser

Smoky Vanilla-Wood Embrace
Eau de Parfum
One review

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Perfumer

Memoirs of a Trespasser is a sophisticated fragrance from Imaginary Authors, launched in 2012. Created by Josh Meyer, this woody-vanilla composition masterfully blends smoky and sweet elements, featuring notes of guaiac wood, oak barrel, bourbon vanilla, myrrh, benzoin, and ambrette seed. It's a complex scent that tells a story of mystery and sophistication.

Notes

Top Notes
Middle Notes
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Base Notes

Scent Description

A sophisticated blend of smoky woods and sweet vanilla, this fragrance opens with charred oak and guaiac wood, complemented by bourbon vanilla. The heart reveals warm benzoin and mysterious myrrh, while ambrette seed adds a subtle musky undertone. The overall effect is a warm, resinous, and slightly sweet composition with prominent woody and smoky characteristics.

Sillage

Low
Excellent

Longevity

< 4 hours
> 12 hours

Gendertendency

Masculine
Unisex
Feminine

Uniqueness

Mainstream
Niche

Additional Product Information

Reviews

4.5
One review
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Review
12/2/2024
Smoke & Secrets: A Vanilla's Dark Tale
Memoirs of a Trespasser has captivated the fragrance community with its sophisticated take on smoky vanilla. This masterful composition transforms the typically sweet vanilla note into an intriguing narrative of charred wood, mysterious resins, and elegant spices. The fragrance opens with a bold statement of gaiac wood and oaken barrel, before revealing its complex heart of bourbon vanilla and myrrh. While some find the initial moments challenging, most agree that the dry-down is worth the wait, offering a warm, resinous embrace that lasts for hours. Best suited for fall and winter evenings, this primarily masculine-leaning scent proves most compelling for those who appreciate darker, more sophisticated interpretations of vanilla.
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