Cardinal
Ambery (Oriental)Price$$$ PremiumAudienceUNISEX
WoodySpicyFreshSmokyResinous
About
"This scent is not about religion but about the power of art and beauty to evoke emotion and spirituality in the mind of a modern-day atheist like myself. I wanted to create an uplifting incense scent, full of grace and calm, elegance that was traditional, yet contemporary." James Heeley.
Notes
Pink Pepper
Black Pepper
Myrrh
Vetiver
Patchouli
AmbergrisThe noses
1 perfumer
Performance
How it wears
Longevity8.4 / 10
Sillage7.1 / 10
Projection6.0 / 10
Value6.1 / 10
Best worn — occasion
- Spring17%
- Summer0%
- Autumn33%
- Winter17%
- Diurnal17%
- Nocturnal16%
Seasons
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter
Day100%
Night100%
Audience skew
- Male0%
- Female0%
- Unisex100%
Reviews
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Cardinal compared
Frequently asked
What does Cardinal by Heeley smell like?+
Cardinal by Heeley features a layered composition opening with Pink Pepper, Black Pepper, and Linen at the top, Myrrh, Labdanum, and Frankincense at the heart, Vetiver, Patchouli, and Ambergris in the base. The overall character is woody, spicy, fresh.
What are the notes in Cardinal?+
Top notes: Pink Pepper, Black Pepper, and Linen. Heart notes: Myrrh, Labdanum, and Frankincense. Base notes: Vetiver, Patchouli, and Ambergris.
Is Cardinal for men or women?+
Cardinal by Heeley is designed for both men and women (unisex).
Who created Cardinal?+
Cardinal was created by James Heeley for Heeley.
When was Cardinal released?+
Cardinal by Heeley was launched in 2006 as an Eau de Parfum.
What fragrances are similar to Cardinal?+
Fragrances similar to Cardinal include Sancti by Liquides Imaginaires, Amber Oud by Floris, Nuit D'Issey Noir Argent by Issey Miyake, Greene Street by Etro, based on shared notes and scent profile.