This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.3 Histoires De Parfums

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2017
Moderate
Sillage
Good
Longevity
Fall, Winter
Best Season
Evening, Special Occasion
Best For

Fragrance Story

This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.3 by Histoires de Parfums is a Leather fragrance for women and men. This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.3 was launched in 2017. The nose behind this fragrance is Julien Rasquinet. Top note is Blood Orange; middle notes are Rose and Saffron; base notes are Leather and Patchouli Leaf.

Composition Profile

leather 100%
warm spicy 85%
rose 70%
citrus 60%
patchouli 50%
metallic 40%
animalic 35%
woody 30%
earthy 25%
floral 20%

About the Perfumer

Julien Rasquinet

Julien Rasquinet

Julien Rasquinet is a perfumer who has created fragrances for 4711, Aether, Al-Jazeera Perfumes, and Amouage. His portfolio includes Majestic Leather, Solaer, Sugaer, Æther X Lgn, Marrakech, Tobacco, Enclave, and Incense Rori. Rasquinet is known for his work across both accessible and luxury niches, often blending leather, incense, and aromatic notes.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Blood Orange Blood Orange

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Rose Rose
Saffron Saffron

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Leather Leather
Patchouli Leaf Patchouli Leaf
Unique Character

This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.3 Histoires De Parfums by Histoires de Parfums offers a distinctive olfactory experience that stands out from other fragrances in its category.

Artisanal Creation

Crafted with the finest ingredients and a blend of traditional and modern perfumery techniques, this fragrance represents the pinnacle of the perfumer's art.

Signature Style

This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.3 Histoires De Parfums embodies the distinctive style of Histoires de Parfums while adding a unique chapter to their fragrance portfolio.

Character Profile

The Magician Archetype: Portrait of This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.3 Histoires De Parfums

Essence

The Magician archetype lives at the threshold between worlds, where transformation is not just possible but inevitable. This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.3 embodies this liminal power through its alchemical blend of blood orange, rose, saffron, leather, and patchouli leaf. The scent opens with a burst of citrus that feels like a spark of intention, then deepens into a dark, animalic warmth that suggests hidden knowledge and transmutation. It is a fragrance for those who understand that identity is fluid and that the self can be reinvented with every ritual.

Style & Aesthetic

The Magician’s wardrobe is a study in contrasts: sharp tailoring softened by flowing fabrics, black leather accented with deep crimson or saffron gold. They favor pieces that hint at the occult or the esoteric-a signet ring, a silk scarf printed with astrological symbols. Their aesthetic is deliberate, each element chosen to focus energy and intention. They move through spaces with an air of quiet authority, as if they know something others do not. Their presence is magnetic, drawing others into their orbit without effort.

Philosophy & Values

At the core of the Magician’s philosophy is the belief that reality is malleable. They value knowledge as a tool for transformation, not mere accumulation. Ritual and intention are sacred; they understand that small, deliberate acts can shift the course of a life. They are drawn to the liminal-the spaces between day and night, the moments just before a decision. For them, power lies not in control but in the ability to adapt, to see the hidden connections between things, and to act with purpose.

Relationships

In relationships, the Magician is both captivating and elusive. They attract those who are curious about the unknown, who are drawn to mystery and depth. They are generous with their insights but guard their inner world carefully. They seek partners who are willing to explore the shadowy edges of experience, who are not afraid of transformation. Their love is an alchemical process-intense, catalytic, and often surprising. They may struggle with intimacy that demands too much predictability, preferring the thrill of discovery.

Lifestyle

The Magician’s life is structured around rituals that ground and focus their energy. They might begin the day with meditation or journaling, light incense before work, or end the evening with a glass of wine and a book on mythology. Their home is a sanctuary of curated objects: crystals, art, books on philosophy and mysticism. They are drawn to the arts, to music that evokes emotion, to films that explore the surreal. They travel not to escape but to seek new perspectives, to find the extraordinary in the ordinary.

Shadow

The Magician’s shadow is the temptation to manipulate, to use their knowledge and charm for personal gain rather than mutual transformation. They may become detached, viewing relationships as experiments rather than connections. Their love of mystery can tip into secrecy, leaving others feeling excluded or deceived. At their worst, they believe they alone hold the keys to change, forgetting that true magic requires collaboration and humility. The scent’s metallic edge warns of the coldness that can arise when power is pursued without heart.

Conclusion

This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.3 is the scent of the Magician in full bloom-a fragrance that announces transformation before it happens. It is for those who walk the line between worlds, who understand that the greatest magic is the ability to become oneself anew. Like the Magician, it is complex, alluring, and never quite what it seems.