Dancing In The Flames
Designed for cooler autumn afternoons and winter nights, this unisex release from UNTAMED serves those who appreciate unapologetic resinous perfumes. Rather than relying on simple gourmand sugar, it frames sweet honey and dark cacao against bitter mastic, frankincense, and smoky birch tar. Wearers who enjoy rustic outdoor scents, artisanal woodsmoke, and dry spice blends will find it a compelling statement piece. Because the smoke and cade oil carry noticeable intensity, it works best in relaxed social gatherings, brisk outdoor walks, or quiet evenings by a fire. It is an adventurous profile meant for experienced fragrance lovers who want character over conventional crowd-pleasing sweetness.
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Performance Metrics
57 VOTESOpen Performance Breakdown 1 TAKE
Community performance votes classify the fragrance as long lasting, with 8 voters getting 7 to 12 hours of longevity and 2 voters reporting moderate wear. Sillage is predominantly moderate according to 8 voters, staying within an arm's length, while single voters reported intimate and strong projection.
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Dancing In The Flames is a warm spicy and smoky oriental composition. It opens with cinnamon, nutmeg, and mastic, transitions into frankincense, honey, and roasted barley, and settles on a rich foundation of amber, birch tar, and vanilla absolute.
Main Accords
8 MAPPEDThe scent opens with warm spicy and aromatic accords led by cinnamon and herbal mastic. As it develops, balsamic and honeyed nuances bring depth, while birch tar and cade oil establish a potent smoky leather facet. In the final hours, amber and woody accords soften the lingering smoke with rich benzoin and vanilla.
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It looks easiest to wear in fall and winter. The vote picture leans most toward night.
Pros & Cons
Quick take before you sampleWHY PEOPLE MAY LIKE IT
Rich smoky profile powered by authentic birch tar and cade oil
Strong longevity with most community voters reporting 7 to 12 hours
Comforting warmth from cinnamon, toasted barley, and cacao
High-quality resinous base featuring frankincense, labdanum, and benzoin
Subtle honey and apricot sweetness prevents the smoke from turning acrid
Controlled moderate projection suitable for casual and social settings
Exceptional fit for chilly autumn and winter temperatures
Handcrafted independent profile created by perfumer Sunyata Calogeros-Smith
Truly unisex appeal backed by community voting consensus
WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR
Potent woodsmoke note may feel overwhelming for lovers of light scents
One wearer reported the mastic and spices turned to sweet pickles on skin
Narrow seasonal range with zero community votes for summer wear
Too dense and smoky for conservative corporate office environments
Apricot note is subtle and went unnoticed by some reviewers
Independent brand availability means sampling before buying requires planning
Not suitable for those seeking clean or fresh fragrance styles
Resinous density requires careful application to avoid palate fatigue
Fragranxe Review
EDITORIAL“UNTAMED Dancing In The Flames Editorial Review”
Dancing In The Flames by UNTAMED opens with an immediate flare of spice and green resin. The initial burst brings pungent cinnamon and grated nutmeg accompanied by the pine-tinted freshness of mastic. A subtle apricot note weaves through the spice, offering a brief tart sweetness that balances the opening heat. Wearers often describe this first stage as reminiscent of kindling catching fire, blending fruit sweetness with freshly struck warmth.
As the initial top notes settle, the fragrance shifts into a deeply textured heart. Frankincense steps forward, carrying a clean, cool incense smoke that contrasts with the rich tones of honey and toasted barley. Dried immortelle and bitter cacao lend an earthy, almost savory depth, preventing the honey from turning syrupy. A delicate touch of rose hides in the background, softening the edges of the dry grain before the heavier base materials take command.
Over the course of the day, the smoky and balsamic accords dominate the composition. Birch tar and cade oil emerge with real authority, evoking smoldering campfire wood and rustic leather. Rather than turning harsh or acrid, this campfire smoke is cushioned by sweet benzoin, amber, and vanilla absolute. Cashmere wood and labdanum provide a velvety anchor that stays close to the skin, keeping the scent warm and resinous for hours.
Community feedback firmly supports the longevity of Dancing In The Flames by UNTAMED, with 8 out of 10 wearers rating it long lasting, typically yielding 7 to 12 hours of wear. Sillage is consistently rated as moderate by 8 voters, giving off an aromatic arm's length aura without choking an enclosed room. This profile naturally shines in crisp fall and cold winter weather, where low temperatures tame the smoky birch tar. It suits casual weekend outings, evening bonfires, and relaxed dinner dates.
This perfume suits enthusiasts of rich amber blends, artisanal resins, and authentic woodsmoke. If you enjoy scents with rustic texture and dry spice, it provides an evocative experience. However, casual shoppers looking for fresh office scents or sugary vanilla gourmands should steer clear. Skin chemistry also plays a decisive role: one reviewer noted that the herbal mastic and spices pulled sour, turning into sweet pickles on their skin.
Dancing In The Flames is an impressive demonstration of smoky oriental perfumery by Sunyata Calogeros-Smith. It manages to balance burnt embers, grains, and sweet resins without collapsing into novelty. Because the smoky birch tar and balsamic accords are intense, ordering a sample before purchasing a full bottle is strongly recommended.
FAQs
What does Dancing In The Flames smell like?+
Dancing In The Flames smells like a cozy hearth with spiced woodsmoke, toasted grains, and warm amber. The fragrance opens with cinnamon, nutmeg, and mastic resin before evolving into frankincense, honey, and roasted barley. Its base rests on smoky birch tar, cade oil, benzoin, and rich vanilla, creating a scent wearers compare to a mythical phoenix nest or a cinnamon roll near a fireplace.
Is Dancing In The Flames long lasting?+
Yes, Dancing In The Flames is a long lasting fragrance that remains on skin for many hours. Community voting demonstrates strong endurance, with 8 out of 10 voters rating it long lasting, which corresponds to 7 to 12 hours of wear. The dense balsamic base notes, including labdanum, benzoin, and birch tar, provide remarkable staying power throughout the day.
How strong is the projection of Dancing In The Flames?+
Dancing In The Flames provides moderate projection that hovers comfortably around arm's length. Community consensus is clear, with 8 out of 10 wearers rating the sillage as moderate. It creates a noticeable and inviting aura of spiced smoke without filling an entire room or overwhelming nearby people when sprayed in moderation.
What seasons are best for wearing Dancing In The Flames?+
Dancing In The Flames is best suited for fall and winter weather. Community votes strongly favor cooler temperatures, with fall receiving 8 votes and winter receiving 6 votes. The heavy smoky accords, warm spices, and resinous amber can feel suffocating in summer heat, which received zero votes from wearers.
Is Dancing In The Flames for men or women?+
Dancing In The Flames is a unisex fragrance suitable for anyone who enjoys rich, smoky aromas. In community polls, 9 out of 11 voters classify it as unisex, with only single votes leaning more male or more female. Its balance of sweet honey, vanilla, dry barley, and birch tar appeals across genders.
What perfumes are similar to Dancing In The Flames?+
Dancing In The Flames shares resinous elements with Mevlana by UNTAMED and smoky facets with By the Fireplace. Reviewers note it shares the house's signature balsamic style found in Mevlana but adds more burnt wood and spice. Compared to Maison Margiela Replica By the Fireplace, it is deeper, less sugary, and more artisanal.
Is Dancing In The Flames safe for a blind buy?+
No, Dancing In The Flames is an artisanal fragrance that you should sample before buying. While many reviewers love its comforting woodsmoke and spiced warmth, one wearer noted that skin chemistry made it turn sour like sweet pickles. The prominent birch tar and cade oil notes can also be challenging for beginners.
What are the main notes in Dancing In The Flames?+
The main notes in Dancing In The Flames feature cinnamon, frankincense, toasted barley, birch tar, and amber. The top introduces mastic, cinnamon, and apricot; the heart contributes frankincense, barley, and cacao; while the base is anchored by birch tar, cade oil, labdanum, vanilla absolute, and cashmere wood.
How does the opening of Dancing In The Flames compare to the dry-down?+
The opening is spicy and aromatic, while the dry-down is significantly smokier and deeper. It starts with bright cinnamon, green mastic, and hints of apricot before shifting into a heart of grain and incense. By the base, smoky birch tar, cade oil, and warm vanilla dominate, leaving a campfire trail.
Can Dancing In The Flames be worn to the office?+
Dancing In The Flames is generally too smoky and rich for formal corporate office environments. Its prominent birch tar and balsamic resins are better suited for casual wear, outdoor events, cozy evenings, or relaxed creative spaces where bold, atmospheric woodsmoke scents are welcome.
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COMMUNITY DUPESCOREReviewers frequently draw comparisons to Mevlana by UNTAMED, noting that Dancing In The Flames shares a similar resinous DNA while feeling significantly warmer, smokier, and more refined. Wearers also contrast its realistic fireplace smoke and toasted barley with the sweeter, chestnut-heavy profile of Maison Margiela Replica By the Fireplace, finding UNTAMED deeper and less sugary.
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