DSH Perfumes · 2017
Tabac à l'Ancienne
EDPUnisex
The Story
Tabac à l'Ancienne is a rich, old-school tobacco fragrance that feels like stepping into a vintage cigar lounge. Dawn Spencer Hurwitz crafted this as a tribute to classic tobacco scents, blending sweet hay and dried fruits with a smoky, leathery base. It's warm, comforting, and surprisingly wearable for everyday. A hidden gem for those who love tobacco done right.
Note Breakdown
Encyclopedia Insights
Is this fragrance suitable for women?+
Yes, Tabac à l'Ancienne is unisex. The sweet hay and honey notes balance the tobacco and leather, making it work beautifully on anyone.
How does it compare to other tobacco scents like Tobacco Vanille?+
It's less sweet and more rustic. Think dried tobacco leaves and hay rather than vanilla pipe tobacco. It's closer to the original tobacco scents of the early 20th century.
What's the performance like?+
Longevity is excellent at 8+ hours. Sillage is moderate, projecting for the first few hours then settling into a warm skin scent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this fragrance suitable for women?+
Yes, Tabac à l'Ancienne is unisex. The sweet hay and honey notes balance the tobacco and leather, making it work beautifully on anyone.
How does it compare to other tobacco scents like Tobacco Vanille?+
It's less sweet and more rustic. Think dried tobacco leaves and hay rather than vanilla pipe tobacco. It's closer to the original tobacco scents of the early 20th century.
What's the performance like?+
Longevity is excellent at 8+ hours. Sillage is moderate, projecting for the first few hours then settling into a warm skin scent.
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