Shaman
Min New York's Shaman Eau de Parfum is a fragrance that moves through several registers at once, opening bright and green before settling into something dense, resinous and faintly smoky. Launched in 2014, it has the character of a scent built around contrast: a sparkling, aquatic-ozonic freshness sits alongside a deep patchouli and amber heart, giving it a sense of air and earth in the same breath.
The opening carries a clean, zesty lift, with a green edge and a warm peppery prickle that keeps the first impression lively rather than soft. As it develops, a jasmine heart and a violet softness add a touch of floral depth, but this is never a sweet or powdery scent. The drydown is where Shaman shows its weight: a balsamic, woody base with a smoky thread and a creamy, slightly earthy warmth that reads as sensual and grounded.
The fragrance tends to sit with confidence on the skin and generally carries well across a room, so a light hand is usually enough. Its longevity is considered long lasting, typically holding its presence through an evening. The mood is intriguing and self-assured, suited to a night out, though its polished, layered character also translates into professional and casual settings. Its composition makes it versatile across the year, with the cooler seasons of autumn and winter particularly suiting its resinous, smoky depth, while spring and summer reveal its brighter, greener side.
Presented as an eau de parfum in a 75ml bottle, unisex in presentation.
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