No.11 La Themis

This fragrance centers on a very realistic, garden-fresh spearmint note. It opens with sharp eucalyptus and green leaves, then transitions into a cool wintergreen heart. The base settles into a creamy tonka bean accord that gives it a slight natural sweetness, making it feel less like a toothpaste and more like freshly crushed mint leaves on the skin.

The opening is intensely green and herbal, dominated by eucalyptus and sharp spearmint. As it settles, the minty cooling effect remains but softens significantly. After about an hour, the tonka bean base emerges, adding a gentle, vanillic creaminess that rounds out the initial medicinal bite of the wintergreen, leaving a cleaner, softer skin scent.

Longevity is moderate, typically lasting four to five hours on most skin types. Because it relies heavily on volatile top notes like mint and eucalyptus, it does not have the staying power of heavy woods or resins. You will likely want to reapply if you are heading out for a full day or an evening event.

No.11 La Themis sits close to the body, providing an intimate sillage that does not fill a room. It is a polite, personal scent that people will only notice when they are within arm's length, making it a great choice for office settings, tight workspaces, or casual daily errands where you want to smell fresh without being loud.

Spring is the ideal season for this scent, as its green and minty profile complements the emerging freshness of the outdoors. It also performs well during the heat of summer, as the eucalyptus and wintergreen notes provide a cooling effect in hot, humid weather, unlike heavier gourmand fragrances that can feel suffocating in the sun.

Yes, it is highly suitable for professional environments. Because the projection is intimate and the scent profile is clean and natural, it is unlikely to offend anyone. The spearmint and eucalyptus provide a focused, energetic vibe that works well for maintaining a professional presence throughout a standard workday.

Absolutely. While mint is sometimes associated with more masculine grooming products, the inclusion of tonka bean in the dry-down adds a softness that works beautifully on anyone. It lacks the heavy woods or harsh spices often found in traditional men's colognes, making it a genuinely neutral and versatile choice for all.

Yes, it is excellent for layering. Users report that pairing it with something milky or vanilla-forward, like Commodity Milk, balances the crisp mint with sweetness. The green, herbal quality of the spearmint acts as a refreshing counterpoint to richer, heavier scents, allowing you to add a clean, bright layer to your existing collection.

Sample it first. Mint and wintergreen can be polarizing notes; for some, they lean too heavily toward medicinal or cleaning product territory. Because skin chemistry significantly influences how tonka bean interacts with the herbal notes, you should test how it develops on your own wrist before committing to a full bottle.

If you enjoy clean, green, and aromatic profiles, it makes a fantastic signature scent. It is versatile enough for daily wear, non-intrusive for the office, and distinct enough to be memorable without being overwhelming. However, if you prefer long-lasting performance or complex, shifting dry-downs, you may find the longevity of this fragrance a limiting factor.