by Slava Zaitsev
Maroussia is an intensely personal and atmospheric fragrance that evokes a sense of deep Russian nostalgia, rich with textures of wood, myrrh, and subtle animalic warmth. It begins with a complex burst of aldehydes and citrus, layered over a velvety floral heart of heliotrope, jasmine, and musky orchid. The core of the scent unfolds with grounded, warm notes—sandalwood, vanilla, amber, and a dry, earthy civet—that weave together in a tapestry of depth, warmth, and quiet elegance. While some find the initial impression overwhelming and medicinal, with unspoken likenesses to household soaps or waxed furniture, others discover a transformative journey where the aroma settles into a luxurious, almost possessive warmth. The scent has a distinct, intoxicating presence but is distinctly different from conventional floral or sweet perfumes—defining itself as feminine, bold, and unapologetically dramatic. On colder days and in winter, it becomes a layered, wearable sculpture of quiet power, pairing well with deep winter coats and longer evenings.