RIMA XI

The mint and black pepper give it a sharp, cool opening that I wasn't expecting — it’s surprisingly fresh for a spice-heavy scent. An hour in, the jasmine and cedar soften everything into something warm and woody that lingers all day. I’ve gotten three compliments already.

The cardamom and saffron hit first, warm and almost spicy-sweet, before the cedar wood settles in underneath. I’ve worn it for a full workday and the dry-down stays close to the skin without fading into nothing. It’s complex but not loud, which is exactly what I wanted.

The mint and pepper open sharp and green, but it's the jasmine that lingers on my skin for hours—warm, almost creamy against the cedarwood. I've gotten three compliments in one day, and the dry-down is frankly addictive.