by Happyland
Rhyolite presents a richly textured, spicy Oriental fragrance with strong projecting power and impressive longevity. It opens with a bold, sweet core of honey, caramel, and almond, interlaced with a subtle blueberry fruitiness and warm sandalwood, creating a gourmand backbone that feels both dessert-like and deeply aromatic. Over time, the scent evolves into a spiced, smoky amber with earthy patchouli and a suede-like saffron, leading to a dry down marked by sweet vanillic musk, incense-like depth, and a faintly smoldering woodiness. The performance is notably robust—projecting strongly for 8 to 9 hours, particularly in colder weather and on deeper skin tones. Though some reviews label it as a sweet gourmand, the consensus leans toward it being more of a sophisticated, woody-resinous Oriental, comparable to Lattafa Raghba or Arabian Oud Kalemat. It's most effective in autumn and winter, especially during evening wear, and its warm, enveloping character stands out in both office and formal settings. The fragrance displays an unisex appeal, with many noting its performance and depth go beyond gendered expectations.