Numero Uno

Numero Uno

A Mediterranean aromatic chypre that opens with sparkling orange, bergamot and eucalyptus, flows into a herbaceous floral heart of violet, ylang-ylang and patchouli touched by thyme and artemisia, then dries down to a woody-resinous base of vetiver, oakmoss, myrrh, labdanum and soft white musk. It feels like a sea-breeze over sun-warmed rock, at once rugged, elegant and quietly confident.

Scent Development and Character

Numero Uno is a bright aromatic chypre that opens with sunlit citrus and eucalyptus over a cooling breeze of herbs, then deepens into a green floral heart of violet, ylang-ylang and patchouli threaded with thyme and artemisia, finally settling into a dry, woody-musky base of vetiver, oakmoss, myrrh, labdanum and white musk.

Who It Is For and When to Wear It

Editorial estimate: Versatile but slightly tailored and classic in character, Numero Uno suits smart casual to formal settings, office wear, and evening outings. Its fresh aromatic opening and dry woody-musky base make it ideal from spring through autumn, and in milder winters for those who enjoy airy chypres; it leans masculine but is easily worn unisex. Best suited to spring, summer and autumn, with enough freshness for warm weather and enough body for cooler days; can work in mild winter climates for those who enjoy airy aromatic chypres. Sillage is Moderate sillage, projecting clearly but not loudly in the first few hours before settling closer to the skin. Longevity is Moderate to moderately long-lasting, often around a working day on skin before fading into a soft musky-woody trace.

Perfumer and Bottle

Released in 2007, this is presented as Eau de Parfum and credited to Undisclosed. Rectangular clear glass Carthusia bottle with squared shoulders, a faceted transparent cap, and a front label bearing the Carthusia crest and the name Numero Uno Eau de Parfum.