Stercus
oud up front, then almond, settling into musky.
About
Stercus by Orto Parisi is a Woody Floral Musk fragrance for women and men. Stercus was launched in 2014. The nose behind this fragrance is Alessandro Gualtieri. Top notes are Almond, Aldehydes and Anise; middle note is Rose; base notes are Agarwood, Musk, Leather, Vanilla, Cedar and Heliotrope.
Nose: Alessandro Gualtieri
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownHeart· 2–4h
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Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Stercus smell like?
oud up front, then almond, settling into musky. Dominant accords: oud, almond, musky.
What notes are in Stercus?
Top: Almond, Aldehydes, Anise. Heart: Rose. Base: Agarwood, Musk, Leather, Vanilla, Cedar, Heliotrope.
How long does Stercus last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Stercus loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Stercus best for?
Winter is the top pick (39%). Fall is second at 38%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Stercus?
Night wear leads at 63%. Day is a secondary pick at 37%.
Is Stercus for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 39% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Stercus?
Composed by Alessandro Gualtieri. Released in 2014.
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