Ms. Macadamia is a part of The Raconteur’s second collection inspired by the connections between us, where each fragrance requires you to lean in and be fully present in the process of experiencing it. The collection turns the genre of “gourmand” fragrances right on its head, breaking perfumery norms to deliver a range of fragrances that is completely unique and interesting, not to mention tasty! Still deeply connected to its Australian roots, iconic Australian symbols and botanicals are featured throughout this collection, adding to the sense of connectedness the fragrances themselves foster.
Not here for likes, not here for follows. Chasing the sun, not shadows to follow. Built for love, can’t help herself. Not trying to be anyone – just herself.
Big heart, street smart. Knows the rules, but tears them apart. Backs herself, always has a go. Has the scars from letting go.
Always on the dance floor. Always backs up for more. Fear doesn’t phase her, it just rusts. Some say she’s crazy… even… nuts.
A fragrance for those who value their independence and always leave room for a delicious slice of adventure. Go nuts with Ms. Macadamia!
NOTES
Macadamia, Mimosa, Orris, Peach, Vetiver, Vanilla, Sandalwood
PERFUMER
Craig Andrade
HOW IT WEARS
Ms. Macadamia smells like one of those stalls you see in winter in Europe where they roast toffeed nuts – upon first spritz, you immediately you pick up the warm, creamy, earthiness of the macadamia, accented by candied peach and vanilla. As it wears it gets even richer, made creamier and smoother by mimosa, orris and sandalwood, and given a spicy green edge with vetiver. This fragrance has excellent projection and will last 6-8 hours on the skin.
LORE LOVES
Ms. Macadamia is such a unique nutty gourmand – we’ve seen chestnut, hazelnut, and pistachio fragrances before, but macadamia is a new one! While it definitely does have a sweetness to it, it’s still rich, nutty and woody, almost boozy in its warmth. The peach and vetiver add a bit of freshness that cuts through the nuttiness which means it’s never too heavy or cloying, just absolutely delicious throughout the entirety of its wear.
ABOUT THE BRAND
Founded in 2019 by Craig Andrade, The Raconteur (“The Storyteller”) is an artisanal luxury fragrance brand specialising in Australian native botanicals and plant extracts.
Having attended one of the world’s most prestigious fragrance schools in Grasse, France, and trained by Elise Pioch Balzac, Andrade knows his perfume. Working with world leader in natural perfumery, Mandy Aftel, he has created Australian botanical extracts and fragrances for use in collaboration with Troye Sivan for Tsu Lange Yor, Paspaley and Cult Design.
“My perfumery practice straddles beauty, art, history, science, botany, geography, and physiology. It comprises rich layers of storytelling and meaning. My focus is on making natural fragrances that combine these elements and provide both pleasure and purpose.” – Craig Andrade
As a fragrance house, The Raconteur is about telling the story of the scent of Australia – a story about the quiet beauty of what was always there. They aim to not only showcase the better-known Australian botanicals (sandalwood, boronia, lemon myrtle, etc) but the rarer ones too – Australia has over 18,000 unique native botanicals, and new ones are being discovered all the time!
All of The Raconteur fragrances are plant-derived, comprised of of a blend of natural and safe synthetic ingredients, and are all vegan and cruelty free.
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