1681
A classical incense Eau de Parfum that opens with aromatic citrus and herbs before revealing a powdery iris and neroli heart over warm woods, amber, vanilla and soft musk, evoking the contemplative, ecclesiastical atmosphere and historic Capri of 1681.
Perfumer: Undisclosed
1681
A classical incense Eau de Parfum that opens with aromatic citrus and herbs before revealing a powdery iris and neroli heart over warm woods, amber, vanilla and soft musk, evoking the contemplative, ecclesiastical atmosphere and historic Capri of 1681.
Scent Development and Character
An incense‑centered composition where aromatic citrus and herbs—bergamot, mandarin, coriander, thyme, rosemary—lift a dry, powdery iris and neroli heart, before settling into warm woods of sandalwood and cedar wrapped in ambered vanilla and soft musk. The incense thread runs from opening to drydown, turning from airy and aromatic to deeper, resinous and slightly smoky, giving the fragrance a contemplative, old‑world character reminiscent of ecclesiastical spaces and historical Capri.
Who It Is For and When to Wear It
Best suited to cooler weather and structured settings, 1681 works for formal events, religious or cultural occasions and reflective evenings, where its incense, woods and powdery iris can project a composed, dignified mood. A moderate but persistent sillage makes it appropriate for offices, galleries or concert halls, while its smooth woody‑amber drydown also suits dressed‑up dinners and night walks in autumn or winter. Most at home in autumn and winter, when its incense, woods and amber can feel cocooning and atmospheric; it can also work on cooler spring days, but is generally too warm and dense for hot summer weather. Sillage is Projection is moderate: the scent forms a noticeable but controlled aura for the first few hours before settling closer to the skin, making it present yet discreet. Longevity is Moderate to long‑lasting; on most skin 1681 tends to remain noticeable for around 7–9 hours, with the incense‑woody base persisting well into the drydown.
Perfumer and Bottle
Released in 2010, this is presented as Eau de Parfum and credited to Undisclosed. Rectangular clear glass bottle with straight sides, a thick rectangular transparent base, and a square faceted transparent cap. The front bears a white label with the Carthusia coat of arms in color and the name 1681 in simple lettering, matching the brand’s standard Eau de Parfum presentation.
