Nuits De Cobalt Awshal

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2024
Strong
Sillage
Very Good
Longevity
Fall, Winter
Best Season
Evening
Best For

Fragrance Story

Nuits de Cobalt by Awshal is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men. This is a new fragrance. Nuits de Cobalt was launched in 2024. The nose behind this fragrance is Ilias Ermenidis. Top notes are Grapefruit, Rhubarb and Ivy; middle notes are Licorice, Whiskey and Vanilla; base notes are Patchouli, Tonka, Ambroxan and Musk.

Composition Profile

whiskey 100%
soft spicy 85%
woody 70%
sweet 60%
vanilla 50%
warm spicy 40%
amber 35%
balsamic 30%
patchouli 25%
anis 20%

About the Perfumer

Ilias Ermenidis

Ilias Ermenidis

Ilias Ermenidis is a perfumer whose work spans a wide range of brands and styles, from the sporty freshness of Adidas Chill Zone to the luxurious depth of Amouroud Oud Tabac. He created the citrusy Corfu Kumquat for Aedes de Venustas and the classic masculine scent Aramis Always For Him. His portfolio also includes fragrances for Alfred Sung, American Beauty, and Andy Warhol, demonstrating his versatility across both niche and commercial markets.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Grapefruit Grapefruit
Rhubarb Rhubarb
Ivy Ivy

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Licorice Licorice
Whiskey Whiskey
Vanilla Vanilla

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Patchouli Patchouli
Tonka Tonka
Ambroxan Ambroxan
Musk Musk

Character Profile

The Magician Archetype: Portrait of Nuits De Cobalt Awshal

Essence

The Magician archetype is the alchemist of the inner world, one who transforms darkness into power and mystery into mastery. Nuits de Cobalt embodies this arcane energy through its nocturnal blend of shadow and sweetness. The fragrance opens with a sharp, almost electric burst of grapefruit and rhubarb, a spark of clarity before the descent into deeper realms. As the licorice and whiskey emerge, a sense of ritual unfolds-a slow, deliberate transmutation of raw ingredients into something potent and intoxicating. This is not a scent for the faint of heart; it is for those who walk the edge between the known and the unknown.

Style & Aesthetic

The Magician’s style is deliberate, dramatic, and deeply intentional. They favor deep indigos, charcoal greys, and obsidian blacks-colors that absorb light and hold secrets. Their wardrobe is a collection of tailored pieces with unexpected details: a leather jacket lined with silk, a coat with hidden pockets, boots that echo on marble floors. Every accessory is chosen for its symbolic weight-a ring with a dark stone, a watch with a complicated face. They move through spaces with a quiet gravity, their presence felt before they are seen. Their aesthetic is not about trend but about timeless power, a visual language of control and mystery.

Philosophy & Values

Transformation is the core of the Magician’s philosophy. They believe that every ending is a beginning, every shadow holds a seed of light. They value knowledge as a tool for change, seeking out the hidden patterns that govern reality. Ritual and discipline are their allies; they understand that true power comes from mastery of the self. They are drawn to the esoteric-astrology, alchemy, the tarot-not as superstition but as maps of the psyche. Their mantra might be: “To know is to transform.” They respect the darkness not as something to fear, but as the raw material from which all creation is forged.

Relationships

In relationships, the Magician is magnetic but guarded. They attract those who are drawn to mystery and depth, but they do not reveal themselves easily. Their connections are intense, often transformative for both parties. They are the friend who offers profound insight, the lover who sees beneath the surface. Yet they can be elusive, needing solitude to recharge their inner fire. They seek partners who are also on a path of growth, who understand that intimacy is a kind of alchemy-a blending of two essences to create something new. Trust is earned slowly, but once given, it is absolute.

Lifestyle

The Magician’s life is structured around practice and exploration. They might rise early to meditate, journal, or study a craft-perhaps perfumery, herbalism, or a martial art. Evenings are for rituals: lighting a specific candle, brewing a tea with intention, or composing a scent that mirrors their inner state. Their home is a sanctuary of curated objects-books on symbolism, crystals on a windowsill, a collection of rare vinyl. They are drawn to the night, finding clarity in the quiet hours when the world sleeps. Their habits are intentional, each action a step in an ongoing transformation.

Shadow

The Magician’s shadow is the temptation to manipulate. Their deep understanding of hidden forces can lead them to control others for personal gain, weaving narratives that serve only themselves. They may become isolated in their own mystique, believing they are above the mundane concerns of others. The shadow Magician hoards knowledge, using it as a weapon rather than a gift. They risk losing touch with the very humanity they seek to transcend, becoming cold, calculating, and untouchable. The fragrance’s dark sweetness warns of this seduction: the line between mastery and domination is thin.

Conclusion

Nuits de Cobalt is the scent of the Magician at work-a nocturnal elixir of transformation and power. It calls to those who are unafraid of the dark, who see in its depths not emptiness but potential. This is a fragrance for the alchemist of the soul, the one who knows that true magic lies in the courage to change. Wear it as a reminder that you are both the vessel and the flame, the one who turns night into a canvas for creation.