Sahara
Bright citrus opens into pepper and clove, with oakmoss, patchouli and woods suggesting the scale of a desert.
Perfumer: Hidenori Matsuno
Sahara takes its subject from a vast desert whose appearance never stays still, and from the strength involved in facing that landscape. KOHSHI highlights black pepper and natural oakmoss as important materials. Their dry spice and shaded, mossy character give the eau de parfum a depth that extends beyond its bright citrus opening.
Lemon, orange and bergamot begin the composition. Black pepper and clove sharpen the heart, with lavender, rose and jasmine bringing softer herbal and floral textures between the spices. Cedarwood and sandalwood connect with patchouli and oakmoss in a more earthy, woody base. Amber and musk add warmth and roundness without removing the contrast between light citrus and darker materials.
It is a useful composition for an afternoon outing or a more considered outfit when woods with a spicy edge feel right. The 50 mL bottle uses slender clear glass and a transparent cap, with a black KOHSHI emblem and the fragrance name on its front.
