Pure 22

Pure 22, from Porsche Design, is a masculine fragrance composed by Maïa Lernout and released in 2022. Spice and woods lead equally, with citrus about half as strong.

Black pepper gives a dry, sparkling bite at the start, cardamom a cool, aromatic spice, and mandarin a bright, juicy citrus that lifts the opening. The heart is built on cypriol, a smoky, earthy, slightly leathery wood with a dark, rooty character. The base is dry and woody: cedar gives a clean, straight structure, and patchouli an earthy, slightly sweet depth. The short structure gives the composition a clear, precise shape, moving from bright spice to dark, dry woods.

It suits autumn and spring, office days, smart casual wear and evenings. It should appeal to someone who likes clean, spiced woods with a minimalist build, modern and sleek in character, in keeping with the design-led brand behind it.

Pure 22 — for men fragrance by Porsche Design (released 2022). Top notes: Black Pepper, Mandarin, Cardamom. Heart notes: Cypriol. Base notes: Patchouli, Cedar. — Parfica open fragrance database