Woody musk base preserves memories and textiles, adding depth and longevity
Osmanthus accord delivers a sweet, golden floral note for a warm, inviting scent
Sandalwood oil provides a smooth, intoxicating, and creamy aroma
Modern nitromusk notes offer a touch of carnality and elegance
Inspired by the tradition of Japanese tansu chests for a unique, preserved fragrance
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In Japan, it’s customary to store one’s things of value — books and kimonos passed on from generation to generation — in wooden chests known as tansu. A rare combination of beauty and utility, each tansu carries the history of the family it belongs to. The scent it exhales upon opening — the warmth of precious textiles kept fresh by incen
Fragrance Type
Eau de Parfum
Top Notes
Osmanthus, Hinoki, Ambrette
Heart Notes
Powdered musk, Nitromusk
Base Notes
Sandalwood oil, Green notes
Scent Profile
Floral, Fruity, Woody
Brand
Nose Republic
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Tansu Silk is NosRepublic's international bestseller, and rightfully so. Exceptionally beautiful in its complexity, it recalls all your warmest memories about dear places, giving a soothing hug and inducing calm, elegant confidence that everything is going to be alright. It can't be mistaken for any other scent as it has a unique personality. I usually prefer somewhat provocative compositions, but I would completely surrender to Tansu any day -- this is how lovely it is. Lasts long, and I feel the slight hint of it on the clothes for a couple of days.