Basilica Noir West Third Brand

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2015

At a glance

Is Basilica Noir West Third Brand worth trying?

Basilica Noir by West Third Brand is a Oriental fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Evening, Special Occasion wear in Fall, Winter
Performance feel
Very Good longevity with Strong sillage
Signature profile
woody, warm spicy, fresh spicy with Balsam Fir, Clove, Bitter Orange

The first impression

Basilica Noir by West Third Brand is a Oriental fragrance for women and men. Basilica Noir was launched during the 2010's. The nose behind this fragrance is Michael Loring Probst.

What shapes the scent

woody 100%
warm spicy 85%
fresh spicy 70%
citrus 60%
fresh 50%
aromatic 40%
conifer 35%
amber 30%
balsamic 25%
sweet 20%

The perfumer behind it

Michael Loring Probst

Michael Loring Probst

Michael Loring Probst is a perfumer for the West Third Brand, known for its eclectic and narrative-driven fragrances. His catalog includes 7 Heartbreaks, Amber Bound, Ambre Notti, Amerique, Antebellum, Arabesque, Band Of Outlaws, and Basilica Noir, spanning diverse themes from romance to rebellion. Probst’s work is characterized by rich, complex compositions and strong olfactory storytelling.

Notes pyramid

All Notes

Complete scent profile

Balsam Fir Balsam Fir
Clove Clove
Bitter Orange Bitter Orange
Labdanum Labdanum
Olibanum Olibanum
Cedar Cedar
Patchouli Patchouli

The mood it creates

The Mystic Archetype: Portrait of Basilica Noir West Third Brand

Essence

The Mystic archetype is drawn to the sacred and the sublime, and Basilica Noir embodies this perfectly. With its balsamic fir, clove, and olibanum, the fragrance evokes the hushed reverence of a candlelit chapel. It speaks to those who seek transcendence through sensory experience.

Style & Aesthetic

They gravitate toward monastic minimalism-flowing black garments, rough-hewn wood, and unadorned silver. Their aesthetic is austere yet deeply sensual, mirroring the fragrance’s contrast of resinous warmth and crisp conifers. Every detail feels intentional, almost ritualistic.

Philosophy & Values

They believe in the sacredness of the mundane, finding divinity in silence and solitude. Their values are rooted in presence and surrender, much like the meditative quality of labdanum and cedar. They seek meaning beyond materialism, in the spaces between words.

Relationships

They form deep, soulful connections but often keep a respectful distance. Romantic partners must share their reverence for the intangible. Friendships are built on silent understanding rather than chatter, with bonds that feel fated.

Lifestyle

Their days are punctuated by small rituals-burning incense, brewing herbal teas, or walking in nature at dawn. They thrive in quiet, contemplative spaces, from misty forests to dimly lit studios. The scent’s balsamic notes mirror their love of timeless, tactile experiences.

Shadow

Their detachment can become escapism, and their idealism may blind them to practical needs. The shadow side of the Mystic is a tendency to romanticize solitude, avoiding the messiness of human connection.

Conclusion

Basilica Noir is a fragrance for those who walk between worlds-a bridge between the earthly and the ethereal. It captures the Mystic’s quest for the divine, wrapped in the smoky embrace of sacred resins.