10 perfumes in similar style to Rook by Rook by Rook Perfumes

Inspired by the ‘white gold’ that appears occasionally on Scottish beaches and the alchemy of time & tide, The Grudge finds beauty in the unexpected: the journey of ambergris from the rectum of the sperm whale, rolled on the tide, retrieved from a beach and tinctured into a bottle. A metaphor for the alchemy of presence; forgiveness; peace.

Bohemian adds a new oud variety to Bloom’s portfolio of oud themes perfumes – Moluccas oud. It has been obtained for you by Swedoft in that same remote tiny archipelago that was the cause of spice wars over pepper and nutmeg in 17^th century. Moluccas have their own unique micro-climate and soil enriched with volcanic ash.

So please savoir the earthy leathery oud note that reflects the faraway island’s topical air. The perfumer highlights this material’s earthy vibes with white pepper, vetiver and patchouli.

Bohemian is a potent rich leather perfume, smelling of leather maps, precious spices and single shot pistols hidden in antique treasure chests.

Loup tells the story of a full moon and a roaming lone wolf. The rugged terrain is reflected in the blended smoky spices and green earthy Malaysian oud. The warm air is conjured by the rich fossilised amber while the camphore and castoreum add to the sense of wild abandon. The patchouli and labdanum lend sweet leather nuances to the animalic diffusion and harnesses the potency of the oud. Hints of wisdom linger in the gentle relaxing lavender while the jasmine brings a vibrant white floral tone that softens the fragrance. 

Perfumer: Tomoo Inaba

Rich and gothic Moth starts with a heavy dose of dark spices to jolt your senses before settling into a dusting of honey-sweet rose and powdery florals. Slowly, it tests its wings, taking flight on an exotic journey of nagarmotha, guaiac wood and patchouli. Beneath it all lingers a smoky undertone that serves as a constant reminder to fluttering creatures of the danger in the tantalizing flame.

DRUNK SAFFRON

UNHOLY OUD

BURNT ROSES

ZEST Z&T

DGAF

DRUNK LOVERS

SMOKIN’ GUN

SEX & COGNAC

In Aran the perfumer explores his favorite style (animalic/incense) and invites us to travel deep into the jungle of Aran อรัญ (Thai for forest) or to be more specific the Himmavanta, a mythical forest surrounding the sacred mount Meru (the centre of the world in Buddhism). This forest is inhabited by mystical monsters, demigods and also will be the place to find the Nariphon tree which bears fruit in the shape of young maidens.

Aran the perfume is all about the beastly shadows of the thickest forests featuring goat hair extract, civet, oakmoss, oud, mushroom extract, tobacco and more.

It's one of the most animalic leathers we have ever come across at Bloom. Aran is strange, dark and stirs up primal memories from cavemen times.

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An intense, smoky herbal blend that, like all of Anna's creations, will transport you to an imaginary landscape.

It's inspired by Cossacks, the soldier-farmers who live in the steppes in the south of Russia, accomplished horsemen guarding the borders since the days of Catherine the Great.

You are welcome to devise your own story, but here at Bloom, we imagine a young Cossack resting among haystacks and wild herbs, smoking his clay pipe while contemplating the starry sky. His friends are sitting by the open fire nearby. Smoke is wafting through wild thyme and wormwood.

Starring

(these fragrant materials reanacted the Young Cossack story):

galbanum CO2 extract
artemisia annia essential oil
artemisia absinthium essential oil
immortel absolute
Seville lavender abs
thyme essential oil
tarragon essential oil
davana essential oil
guayak wood essential oil.
rose de May absolute
Morrocan rose  absolute
cumin CO2 extract
frankincense absolute
petitgrain essential oil
geranium leaves absolute
myrth essential oil
costus absolute
oakmoss absolute
patchouli essential oil
labdanum absolute
tabacco absolute
tonka bean absolute
agarwood essential oil
vetiver essential oil
castoreum tinctura

Important notice:

Anna Zworykina’s blends are olfactive smellscapes (but neither aromatherapy, nor ‘spray-and-go’ perfumes). Her blends are sensory experiences, closer to works of art created in the scented plane (rather than, say, visual or audio).

Certain essential oils and absolutes that are used in her 100% natural perfumes may potentially cause allergies in some people. Please spray Anna Zworykina’s blends on fabric (on sleeves, scarves, etc.). This said, Anna Zworykina has acquired a huge fan base over many years and people interacted with her blends for quite a while now. We are not aware of any reports of any skin reactions so far.

However, Anna advises that those who are prone to allergic reactions, pregnant and nursing women, as well as people with chronic illnesses to be extra careful. Before trying natural blends, study the list of ingredients and consult with a doctor if you are not sure or a had a history of allergies. If you do decide to put these blends on your skin (unable to resist the temptation) always test the blend on the inside part of your elbow first and wait.

Do not spray these blends liberally as a cloud in the way you would spray a conventional perfume. Anna’s smellscapes need to be… carefully applied and experienced. Be mindful that some oils can also make your skin hyper-sensitive to UV.

Travel/collector's kit  with 5 formulas in a hand crafted oil tanned leather case styled after 19th century surgeon barbers (or barber surgeons) tool roll cases.

The glass vials are decorated with unique patterns and  are refillable.

The set includes:

Tonnerre

Vi et Armis

Coeur de Noir

Fathom V

Lignum Vitae

Curated between two collections; 'Come Hell or High Water' and 'Revenants', the new boxes stack neatly amongst your entire BeauFort London collection, or might just be the start...

An opportunity to explore Beaufort's method, madness, and give an appreciation for what can happen when we step outside the conventional. 

Featuring 5x 2ml vials:

Vi et Armis

Fathom V

Tonnerre

Coeur de Noir

Lignum Vitae

All made in Great Britain.

In Fauno ancient fires reflect off the bronze statures of Roman deities depicting Bacchus feasting in company of fauns, satyrs and nymphs.

The perfume is a smoky echo of the Pompei mysteries lit with torches, perfumed with spicy incense and fragrant herbs.