{"title":"Valerie Garnuch-Mentzel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValerie Garnuch-Mentzel\u003c\/strong\u003e is the perfumer behind some of the most characterful releases from the niche house \u003cstrong\u003eFugazzi\u003c\/strong\u003e. Her work favours clear, confident structures, often a sharp citrus-and-pepper opening that gives way to a deeper, darker heart, and it rewards anyone who likes fragrances with a strong backbone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor Fugazzi she composed \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fugazzi-angel-dust-eau-de-parfum\"\u003eAngel Dust Eau de Parfum\u003c\/a\u003e, which opens with an electric burst of Calabrian bergamot and black pepper that stays structural rather than decorative, and its richer counterpart, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fugazzi-angel-dust-extrait-de-parfum\"\u003eAngel Dust Extrait de Parfum\u003c\/a\u003e. Choosing between the two is mostly a question of intensity: the Extrait sits closer to the skin and lasts longer, while the Eau de Parfum projects its bright opening more readily.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShe also created the smoky-rose \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fugazzi-born-to-stand-out-extrait-de-parfum\"\u003eBORNTOSTANDOUT by FUGAZZI (Born to Stand Out) Extrait de Parfum\u003c\/a\u003e, the Fugazzi half of the 2024 Fugazzi × BORNTOSTANDOUT collaboration. Bergamot and geranium open onto a substantial rose sharpened by pepper and deepened by akigalawood, a patchouli-derived material with a dry, peppery woodiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach is offered here at Redolia Perfumery as a full bottle. Explore Valerie Garnuch-Mentzel’s fragrances below.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"fugazzi-angel-dust-eau-de-parfum","title":"Fugazzi Angel Dust Eau de Parfum","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat it smells like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAngel Dust opens with a sharp, almost electric brightness: Calabrian bergamot arrives first, that distinctive citrus from Italy's southern coast, paired with black pepper that refuses to whisper. There's a snap to it, an immediacy that demands attention. The pepper isn't decorative—it's structural, giving the composition a peppery backbone that keeps things grounded even as the bergamot lifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs the top notes settle, cashmeran emerges in the heart, a woody aromatic molecule that's become something of a signature in contemporary perfumery. Here it reads as warm, slightly sweet, with an almost creamy texture that softens the initial brightness without erasing it. This is where Angel Dust begins to reveal its character: not a linear fragrance, but one with genuine development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe base is where things deepen considerably. Cashmere musk and white amber create a foundation that's both soft and substantial—there's a skin-like quality to the musk, that intimate, close-wearing aspect that makes you want to lean in, paired with the creamy sweetness of white amber. The woody family classification makes sense here: it's the woody molecules working throughout that give the whole composition its architecture, its sense of structure and purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAngel Dust is unisex in the truest sense. It doesn't perform femininity or masculinity; it simply performs itself. The composition is bold without being aggressive, warm without becoming cloying, and it has the kind of generous sillage and longevity you'd expect from an eau de parfum concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho made it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAngel Dust was composed by Valerie Garnuch-Mentzel and Fugazzi in collaboration with Ilias Ermenidis. Garnuch-Mentzel is an accomplished perfumer whose work spans both commercial and niche houses, and here she's created something characterful and uncompromising—a fragrance that doesn't soften its edges for the sake of accessibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it’s for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAngel Dust is for anyone who finds themselves drawn to fragrances with actual personality. If you appreciate scents that announce themselves rather than whisper apologetically, this is your territory. It suits those who understand perfume as an extension of self rather than a mask, and who aren't interested in fragrances that try to be everything to everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's particularly compelling for people who've grown tired of the standard niche perfumery playbook—the aquatics, the fruity florals, the safe woody-ambroxans that populate department store shelves. Angel Dust has the confidence of a fragrance that knows what it is and isn't trying to be anything else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe unisex positioning means it works equally well for anyone, regardless of gender. What matters is whether you're drawn to its particular aesthetic: peppery brightness, creamy warmth, and a woody structure that keeps everything honest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to wear it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAngel Dust is a year-round fragrance, though it has particular resonance in cooler months when the warmth of the base notes feels especially welcome. The pepper and bergamot give it enough brightness for spring and summer, but the cashmere musk and white amber anchor it firmly in autumn and winter territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's equally suited to daytime and evening wear. The brightness keeps it from feeling heavy or oppressive during the day, whilst the generous sillage and longevity mean it carries through an evening without fading into the background. It's the kind of fragrance that works equally well at a dinner table or a gallery opening—anywhere that calls for something with presence and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFugazzi was founded in Amsterdam in 2018 by Bram Niessink to create fragrances inspired by ancient elixirs and the myth of Cleopatra, establishing itself within niche perfumery with a distinct perspective. Rather than chasing trends or attempting to please everyone, Fugazzi creates bold, high-impact compositions that prioritise character over compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe house's aesthetic is distinctly minimalist. Fragrances arrive in frosted-and-clear flacons that are beautiful in their simplicity—no unnecessary ornamentation, no baroque flourishes. The packaging reflects the philosophy: these are fragrances confident enough not to need dressing up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat distinguishes Fugazzi is its generosity. Each fragrance is unafraid of drama, unafraid of taking up space. In an era when many niche houses have become increasingly timid, offering fragrances that barely register beyond the wearer's immediate vicinity, Fugazzi insists on presence. The fragrances are characterful, sometimes challenging, always deliberate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt Redolia Perfumery, we offer Fugazzi fragrances as full bottles—100ml of undiluted creative vision. Angel Dust is a perfect introduction to the house's sensibility: bold, woody, uncompromising, and entirely itself.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fugazzi","offers":[{"title":"3.4 oz (100 ml)","offer_id":54395779940668,"sku":"8717496450142","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0987\/7078\/0476\/files\/fugazzi-angel-dust-eau-de-parfum-white-1.jpg?v=1790388794"},{"product_id":"fugazzi-angel-dust-extrait-de-parfum","title":"Fugazzi Angel Dust Extrait de Parfum","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat it smells like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAngel Dust opens with the sharp, almost electric brightness of Calabrian bergamot—that particular Italian citrus with its own mineral edge—immediately joined by pepper that arrives not as a whisper but as a deliberate presence. This is no tentative top note; it announces itself with conviction, establishing that you're in the company of something uncompromising.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat follows is the heart's gift: cashmeran, that woody-amber molecule beloved by perfumers for its ability to suggest softness whilst maintaining structural integrity. Here it forms the emotional core, a warm embrace that complicates the initial brightness without dissolving it. The composition doesn't pivot toward sweetness or florality—there's no apology in this fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe base settles into cashmere musk and white amber, a pairing that conveys luxury through restraint rather than excess. The musk is clean, almost architectural in its clarity, whilst the white amber provides a subtle luminosity. What emerges across the wear is a woody composition that feels both contemporary and somehow timeless—a fragrance that smells expensive because it's been composed with genuine intention rather than constructed from a marketing brief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAngel Dust is unisex by design and temperament. It refuses the conventional markers of gender, instead offering a scent that works with skin chemistry rather than against it, developing differently on different bodies but maintaining its essential character throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho made it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAngel Dust is the work of Valerie Garnuch-Mentzel and Fugazzi, composed with Ilias Ermenidis. Garnuch-Mentzel's approach to fragrance composition emphasizes clarity and character—fragrances that know what they are and aren't afraid to be it. Her work with Fugazzi demonstrates a particular gift for woody compositions that avoid the pitfalls of dryness or one-dimensionality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIlias Ermenidis's contribution to the composition ensures that each note serves a purpose, that the progression from top to base feels inevitable rather than assembled. The result is a fragrance with genuine architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it’s for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAngel Dust appeals to those who've moved beyond the search for universal approval in their fragrance choices. It's for people who understand that a scent needn't be immediately likeable to be genuinely good—who recognise that complexity and immediate accessibility aren't the same thing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt suits those drawn to woody fragrances but frustrated by their sometimes austere nature. The pepper and bergamot provide enough vivacity to prevent the composition from ever feeling austere or academic. Similarly, those who wear citrus fragrances but find them occasionally thin will find Angel Dust offers substance without sacrificing brightness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's equally at home on someone seeking a signature scent—something distinctive enough to be recognisable, grounded enough to wear repeatedly without fatigue. The unisex nature means it transcends conventional gendered fragrance categories; it simply works for those whose sensibility aligns with its aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to wear it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAngel Dust is a year-round proposition, though it reveals different facets seasonally. In warmer months, the bergamot and pepper provide genuine freshness—not the synthetic brightness of mass-market citrus, but something with actual substance. In cooler weather, the woody base and musk come into their own, creating a fragrance that feels grounding and present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's equally suited to daytime and evening wear. The extrait concentration means it projects with confidence without demanding attention; it's a fragrance that speaks rather than shouts. Professional settings, creative spaces, intimate dinners—Angel Dust adapts without compromising its essential character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's the sort of fragrance one wears when one has something to say, whether that's expressed through words or simply through presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFugazzi is an Amsterdam-based niche perfume house founded in 2018 by Bram Niessink. The house reinvents niche perfumery with bold, high-impact creations based on ancient elixirs and the mythological figure of Cleopatra. Rather than chasing trends, Fugazzi creates fragrances that are generous, characterful, and unafraid of drama.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach fragrance is presented in minimalist frosted-and-clear flacons—the packaging as considered as the composition itself. There's a deliberate restraint in the visual presentation that contrasts with the boldness of the scents within, a philosophy that suggests true luxury requires no ornament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt Redolia Perfumery, we offer Angel Dust Extrait de Parfum as a full 100ml bottle, allowing you to experience this composition fully and develop a genuine relationship with it over time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fugazzi","offers":[{"title":"3.4 oz (100 ml)","offer_id":54395780792636,"sku":"9509291479270","price":255.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0987\/7078\/0476\/files\/fugazzi-angel-dust-extrait-de-parfum-white-1.jpg?v=1790388867"},{"product_id":"fugazzi-orange-crush-eau-de-parfum","title":"Fugazzi Orange Crush Eau de Parfum","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat it smells like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOrange Crush announces itself with the sort of unambiguous citrus clarity that demands attention. The top note is pure orange—not the tentative whisper of bergamot or the floral-tinged mandarin you might expect from conventional fragrance thinking, but a forthright, dimensional orange that feels almost edible in its immediacy. There's juice here, brightness, a certain almost-candied sweetness that sits comfortably between fresh fruit and confectionery without tipping into either extreme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat distinguishes Orange Crush from the countless other citrus fragrances is what happens as it settles. The heart reveals Iso E Super, a synthetic aromatic that has become rather fashionable in contemporary perfumery precisely because it does something counterintuitive: it amplifies and extends the orange, lending it an almost ethereal, floating quality. Rather than fading into the familiar trajectory of most citrus fragrances, the orange here develops a kind of luminous persistence. It becomes less about the fruit itself and more about the sensation of brightness—a quality rather than a note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe base anchors this brightness with white amber, which is precisely where the composition reveals its sophistication. White amber provides warmth and a subtle creamy undertone that prevents the fragrance from ever feeling sharp or one-dimensional. It's a gentle counterweight, a soft landing pad for what might otherwise be an aggressively bright composition. The amber doesn't announce itself loudly; instead, it works quietly to give the orange a kind of skin-like quality, as though the brightness is emanating from within rather than sitting on top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall effect is remarkably wearable despite its boldness. Orange Crush doesn't apologise for being a citrus fragrance, yet it transcends the category through its careful architecture and the interplay between its three elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho made it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOrange Crush is created for Fugazzi, the Amsterdam niche perfume house established in 2018. Fugazzi approaches fragrance composition with a philosophy that privileges generosity and character over restraint—each composition is conceived as a complete statement rather than a tentative suggestion. The house draws inspiration from historical sources: ancient elixirs, the aesthetics of luxury, and the legendary figure of Cleopatra, whose name has become synonymous with uncompromising quality and dramatic sensibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a house interested in timidity. Every Fugazzi fragrance is formulated with the kind of impact and presence that suggests the perfumers involved understand fragrance as something meant to be experienced rather than merely detected. Orange Crush exemplifies this approach—it's a composition that trusts its central note and develops it with intelligence rather than obscuring it beneath layers of supporting players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it’s for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOrange Crush is unisex in the truest sense: it makes no concessions to gender-coded expectations. It will appeal to anyone who gravitates toward citrus fragrances but finds most conventional options rather thin or forgettable. If you've ever worn a citrus fragrance and thought \"this is pleasant enough, but where's the substance?\", Orange Crush answers that question directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt suits those who appreciate niche perfumery's commitment to character and individuality. This isn't a fragrance designed to offend or to blend seamlessly into the background. It's for people who wear fragrance as a form of expression, who understand that scent is part of how they present themselves to the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's equally suited to someone seeking their first niche fragrance. The composition is immediately legible—you'll know within seconds what you're smelling—yet it rewards closer attention and reveals nuance over time. There's no pretension here, no requirement that you possess specialised knowledge to appreciate it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to wear it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOrange Crush is fundamentally a daylight fragrance, though its construction makes it rather more versatile than many citrus compositions. The brightness of the opening suggests spring and summer naturally, yet the warmth of the base and the persistence of the Iso E Super mean it functions beautifully in cooler months as well, particularly on grey days when something bright feels genuinely necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt works equally well for professional settings and leisure. There's something about its clarity and lack of pretension that makes it office-appropriate, yet its generosity and character prevent it from feeling corporate or safe. Wear it when you want to feel present and engaged with the world around you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFugazzi represents a particular strain of contemporary niche perfumery: houses uninterested in the conventions that govern mainstream fragrance. Founded by Bram Niessink, the Amsterdam-based company has built its identity around bold, high-impact creations that draw from historical and mythological sources whilst remaining entirely modern in their execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe aesthetic is minimalist—Fugazzi fragrances arrive in frosted-and-clear flacons that suggest clarity and purity without unnecessary ornamentation. Yet the fragrances themselves are anything but minimal. Each is conceived as a generous, characterful statement, presented at full concentration as eau de parfum. There's an intentionality here: Fugazzi fragrances are meant to be experienced in their complete form, not diluted or compromised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt Redolia Perfumery in Somerville, New Jersey, we stock Fugazzi as full bottles, allowing you to experience these compositions exactly as the house intends them.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fugazzi","offers":[{"title":"3.4 oz (100 ml)","offer_id":54395780825404,"sku":"8717496450159","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0987\/7078\/0476\/files\/fugazzi-orange-crush-eau-de-parfum-white-1.jpg?v=1790388895"},{"product_id":"fugazzi-vanilla-haze-eau-de-parfum","title":"Fugazzi Vanilla Haze Eau de Parfum","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat it smells like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVanilla Haze opens with a warm, almost creamy top note—almond and hazelnut arrive first, speaking to roasted comfort rather than raw nuttiness. Coconut milk softens the edges, lending a milky sweetness that feels almost edible, whilst mandarin provides a subtle citrus brightness that prevents the composition from tipping into pure confection. It's a generous introduction, one that announces itself without aggression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe heart is where Vanilla Haze reveals its true character. Vanilla and tonka bean form the emotional core—not the thin, synthetic vanilla of mass-market fragrances, but something deeper and more textured, with the spiced warmth tonka brings naturally. Jasmine threads through this sweetness, adding a whisper of florality that keeps the composition from becoming one-dimensional. There's an almost creamy quality here, as though the fragrance has absorbed the coconut milk from the opening and transformed it into something more luxurious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe base settles into caramel, musk, cashmere wood and amber—a combination that feels both grounded and sensual. The caramel deepens the gourmand character without becoming sticky or artificial. Musk provides a skin-like quality, whilst cashmere wood (a synthetic material that evokes soft, almost textile-like warmth) adds an unexpected dimension of comfort. Amber rounds everything out, creating a finish that lingers with gentle persistence rather than aggressive projection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a fragrance that smells expensive without announcing its price. It's gourmand, yes, but it's a gourmand for adults—one that balances sweetness with restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho made it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVanilla Haze was created for Fugazzi, the Amsterdam niche perfume house established in 2018 by founder Bram Niessink. Fugazzi reinvents niche perfumery as bold, high-impact creations that take inspiration from ancient elixirs, luxury-seeking traditions, and the historical mythology surrounding figures like Cleopatra. The house refuses to whisper. Its fragrances are generous and characterful, unafraid of drama or presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach Fugazzi fragrance arrives in a minimalist frosted-and-clear flacon—a design choice that mirrors the philosophy of the house itself: clarity of purpose, stripped of unnecessary decoration. At Redolia Perfumery, we stock Fugazzi as full bottles, allowing you to experience these creations properly, without compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it’s for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVanilla Haze is unisex, which is to say it belongs to anyone who gravitates towards warm, gourmand fragrances without gender constraint. It suits those who appreciate sweetness but reject cloying execution. If you've ever found conventional vanilla fragrances too thin or too artificial, Vanilla Haze offers an alternative—one that treats vanilla as a serious ingredient rather than a marketing shorthand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's for people who understand that gourmand fragrances need not be frivolous. This is comfort in a bottle, but comfort of an intelligent, considered variety. It appeals equally to those seeking a signature scent and to those building a collection where this might serve as a reliable, welcoming anchor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVanilla Haze also suits anyone drawn to the aesthetic and philosophy of Fugazzi itself—those who appreciate niche perfumery that refuses to apologise for its boldness, that understands luxury as something felt rather than merely displayed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to wear it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVanilla Haze is a year-round fragrance, though it finds particular comfort in cooler months when its warmth feels especially welcome. Autumn and winter are its natural seasons—think layered clothing, candlelit evenings, the kind of weather that makes you want to wrap yourself in something soft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt works beautifully as an evening fragrance, particularly in intimate settings where its moderate projection won't overwhelm. It's equally at home as a personal fragrance, something you wear for yourself as much as for those around you. The creamy, comforting nature of Vanilla Haze makes it suitable for moments of rest—evenings at home, quiet afternoons, the kind of time when you're not performing for an audience but simply existing in comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat said, its brightness (courtesy of the mandarin and jasmine) prevents it from feeling entirely nocturnal. Worn during daylight hours, particularly in autumn light, it carries a gentle warmth without heaviness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFugazzi, founded in Amsterdam in 2018, operates from a clear conviction: niche perfumery should be bold, characterful and unafraid. Rather than chasing subtlety or restraint, the house embraces generosity and drama. Its fragrances draw conceptual inspiration from ancient elixirs and the historical mythology surrounding perfume as a tool of luxury and transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visual identity reflects this philosophy. Fugazzi's minimalist frosted-and-clear flacons eschew ornament in favour of clarity. There's nothing precious or overwrought about the presentation; instead, the focus remains on what's inside. The fragrance itself becomes the statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStocked at Redolia Perfumery as full bottles, Fugazzi fragrances are experienced without compromise—the proper way to encounter a serious niche creation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fugazzi","offers":[{"title":"3.4 oz (100 ml)","offer_id":54395780890940,"sku":"9505453493955","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0987\/7078\/0476\/files\/fugazzi-vanilla-haze-eau-de-parfum-white-1.jpg?v=1790388921"},{"product_id":"fugazzi-workaholic-extrait-de-parfum","title":"Fugazzi Workaholic Extrait de Parfum","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat it smells like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFugazzi Workaholic Extrait de Parfum announces itself with a floral opening that feels both luminous and grounded. The top notes arrive with a measured elegance—not the shrieking brightness of a fresh fragrance, but something more considered, more deliberate. This floral character settles quickly into the heart, where coffee and Bulgarian rose take command.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe coffee is the true protagonist here. It's neither the burnt, ashy coffee of a tired morning nor the sweet, caramel-tinged coffee of a dessert fragrance. Instead, it reads as something altogether more sophisticated: the aromatic warmth of freshly ground beans, with a subtle bitterness that keeps the composition honest. Bulgarian rose—that most prized of rose materials—doesn't compete with the coffee; rather, it threads through it, adding a velvety, almost powdery dimension that prevents the fragrance from becoming one-dimensional or overly masculine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe base is where Workaholic reveals its true ambition. Vanilla and amber create a soft, enveloping foundation, but this isn't the vanilla of gourmand fragrances or the amber of designer comfort scents. The white musk adds a subtle skin-like quality, a whisper of clean warmth that makes the fragrance feel intimate rather than projecting. The whole composition settles into something deeply wearable—an amber fragrance that respects your intelligence and doesn't demand constant attention, yet rewards close proximity with genuine complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho made it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWorkaholic Extrait de Parfum was created for the Amsterdam house Fugazzi, a niche perfume house founded in 2018 by Bram Niessink. Fugazzi's approach to fragrance is unapologetically bold. Rather than chasing trends or softening its creations for mass appeal, the house has built its reputation on generous, characterful compositions that aren't afraid of drama or conviction. Each fragrance is conceived as a full-bodied statement, inspired by ancient elixirs and the historical mythology surrounding figures like Cleopatra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe house's aesthetic is equally distinctive. Fragrances arrive in minimalist flacons—frosted glass paired with clear glass—that feel both contemporary and timeless. There's no unnecessary ornamentation, no marketing theatre. The bottle simply contains the fragrance, presented with the kind of restraint that actually amplifies rather than diminishes its impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it’s for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWorkaholic is genuinely unisex, though perhaps it speaks most directly to those who've learned to appreciate complexity without needing to be told what they're smelling. It suits anyone who gravitates toward amber fragrances but finds many of them either too sweet or too austere. The coffee note will appeal particularly to those who love aromatic fragrances—think tobacco, leather, and spice enthusiasts—while the rose and vanilla ensure it never tips into being aggressively masculine or overly niche.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere's something in Workaholic for the person who wears fragrance as a personal choice rather than a social signal. It's confident without being loud, sophisticated without being pretentious. If you've ever found yourself drawn to fragrances that smell like they have something to say, this is worth your attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to wear it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Extrait de Parfum concentration means Workaholic has genuine staying power and presence without requiring heavy application. It suits cooler months particularly well—autumn and winter are its natural seasons—when the warmth of vanilla, amber, and coffee feels seasonally appropriate rather than contrived. The fragrance also works beautifully in professional settings. There's something almost wry about a fragrance called Workaholic that actually smells refined enough for the office; it suggests both humour and genuine substance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvening wear is equally suitable. The coffee note prevents it from feeling too formal or evening-specific, while the base is warm enough to feel appropriate after dark. It's a fragrance for people who don't compartmentalise their lives into different scent categories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFugazzi represents a particular strain of contemporary niche perfumery: uncompromising, historically conscious, and utterly uninterested in diluting its vision. Since its founding in 2018, the house has positioned itself against the blandness of mainstream fragrance, drawing instead on the richness of ancient perfumery traditions and materials chosen for their sensual intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe house's mythology—its invocation of Cleopatra, ancient elixirs, and luxurious excess—might read as marketing in lesser hands. But Fugazzi's fragrances actually deliver on the promise. They are generous in their materials, bold in their compositions, and presented with a visual restraint that feels almost austere. It's a house that understands that true luxury whispers rather than shouts, even when the fragrance itself has something definitive to say.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fugazzi","offers":[{"title":"3.4 oz (100 ml)","offer_id":54395780989244,"sku":"8717496450098","price":255.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0987\/7078\/0476\/files\/fugazzi-workaholic-extrait-de-parfum-white-1.jpg?v=1790388976"},{"product_id":"fugazzi-born-to-stand-out-extrait-de-parfum","title":"Fugazzi Born to Stand Out Extrait de Parfum","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat it smells like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFugazzi's contribution to this 2024 collaboration is a smoky, peppery rose—the kind of fragrance that arrives with intention. Bergamot and geranium open the composition with brightness, but they're merely the prologue. The heart is where the drama unfolds: a substantial rose note, sharpened by pepper and deepened by akigalawood, creates something neither purely floral nor entirely austere. It's a rose that's been left out in the cold, dusted with spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe base settles into leather, tobacco, and cedar—a trinity that feels less like a conventional woody-amber finish and more like the interior of an old library where someone's been smoking. Amber provides warmth without sweetness. This is a composition that rewards patience; the opening's brightness gradually yields to a more introspective, almost melancholic character that lingers on skin for hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho made it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eValerie Garnuch-Mentzel, the perfumer behind this composition, has created something deliberately complex—a fragrance that resists easy categorisation. Fugazzi, the Amsterdam-based niche house, initiated a creative exchange with BORNTOSTANDOUT, a Seoul niche house, resulting in two distinct releases in 2024. This is the Fugazzi interpretation: a provocation wrapped in an amber floral structure, built around the notion of a \"second love\"—something that arrives not as first infatuation but as knowing, deliberate choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe collaboration itself is a meeting of European and East Asian sensibilities. Whilst this Fugazzi release emphasises smoke, spice, and leather, its companion piece—Fugazzi by BORNTOSTANDOUT, crafted by perfumer Quentin Bisch—takes a different path entirely, leaning toward milky woods and softer abstraction. Together, they represent two houses thinking aloud about the same theme, arriving at entirely different conclusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis fragrance suits those who've moved beyond the need for immediate approval. It's for people who understand that a second love often carries more complexity than the first—more history, more texture, more shadow. If you gravitate toward rose fragrances that challenge rather than coddle, toward compositions where tobacco and leather feel as important as florals, this belongs in your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's unisex in the truest sense: not marketed toward any particular gender, but rather toward anyone willing to wear something that smells like considered choice rather than marketing category. The pepper and leather give it an edge that appeals equally to those who typically avoid florals and those who've grown tired of conventional rose fragrances. This is a rose for people who've read the rose's reviews and decided to form their own opinion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to wear it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFugazzi reads as inherently autumnal and evening-leaning, though its opening brightness means it won't feel entirely out of place in cooler daylight hours. The bergamot and geranium provide enough luminosity for afternoon wear, but the composition's true character emerges as the day cools—when the pepper becomes more pronounced, when the tobacco and leather feel less like decoration and more like the fragrance's actual purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a scent for introspection, for moments when you're dressing for yourself rather than for a room. It suits solitary evenings and conversations that matter. The longevity is substantial, making it an economical choice for those who prefer to apply once and let a fragrance develop across hours rather than reapplying throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFugazzi is an independent niche perfumery based in Amsterdam, operating in the tradition of European craft houses that prioritise composition over commercial formula. The house is known for fragrances that occupy unconventional territory—scents that resist easy categorisation and refuse to apologise for their complexity. Rather than chasing trends, Fugazzi commissions perfumers to explore specific themes and sensibilities, trusting the process to yield something distinctive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe house's willingness to collaborate with BORNTOSTANDOUT reflects a broader philosophy: that interesting fragrance emerges from dialogue between different perspectives, different markets, different traditions. Fugazzi doesn't operate as though there's a single correct way to interpret a theme. Instead, they create space for multiple voices, multiple visions—which is precisely why this release and its companion piece coexist so productively at Redolia, each offering its own answer to the same creative question.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe collaboration.\u003c\/strong\u003e In 2024 Fugazzi and the Seoul house BORNTOSTANDOUT released a pair of companion fragrances. This is \u003cem\u003eBORNTOSTANDOUT by FUGAZZI\u003c\/em\u003e, the Fugazzi release composed by Valerie Garnuch-Mentzel. 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