The Le Labo Osmanthus 19 fragrance is the brand’s newest City Exclusive, drawing inspiration from Kyoto’s ephemeral osmanthus flower. Known for its creamy, apricot-like aroma, osmanthus brings a soft floral complexity to the scent. The composition opens with incense and lavender before unfolding into the osmanthus heart, grounded by warm resinous woods. First released in Kyoto, the fragrance is now briefly available worldwide, offering a rare chance to experience a scent rooted in a specific place and time.
Available globally only for the month of September, Osmanthus 19 captures the serene, imperfect elegance of Kyoto through a sensory lens. The brand refers to it as a tribute to Wabi-Sabi—a philosophy centered on impermanence and natural beauty. From design lovers to fragrance aficionados, this release offers more than perfume; it’s an olfactory
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