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Arabesque by The Merchant of VeniceThe Merchant of VeniceArabesque4.287 ratings

One of my favourite gourmand-esque fragrances of all time. I have always described Arabesque as a more masculine Lira although it’s definitely still unisex. You get that plum, tobacco and cinnamon but they’re blended so smoothly that it gives off an almost edible quality while still maintaining that darker character.

It is probably my first choice for date night settings and in general one of those fragrances I will always find myself coming back to. I love Lira but as a man smelling like that on a daily basis just feels a little wrong to the DNA. Arabesque fills that spot perfectly for me

I know the resemblance between the two might only exist in my head but it is what it is. Overall, I feel like anyone who is into fragrances will find something to like in this one.

4.5/5

Wore it on September 27, 2026

  • Chill Time
  • Morning
  • Neutral

Vibes

  • Flirty
  • Mysterious
  • Yummy
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Comments3

  1. _Aiko_@aikojewel

    I meant to ask before: how sweet is this one? Is the tobacco pretty prominent? (I thought I didn't like tobacco in perfumes, but Ummo changed *that* for me!) I LOVE the bottles from this house, but have no idea which one to pick 😫 thanks in advance for your help!

    1. musen

      There is sweetness coming from plum and cinnamon but in any case you should try it, tobacco is there but it blends so well with the rest of it. I feel like you should just go for it I do think it is sample worthy for anyone

    2. _Aiko_@aikojewel

      Replying to @musen

      I will then, thank you!

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