Tall Tales West Third Brand

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2010

At a glance

Is Tall Tales West Third Brand worth trying?

Tall Tales by West Third Brand is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Evening, Special Occasion wear in Fall, Winter
Performance feel
Good longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile
violet, powdery, tobacco with Violet, Tobacco, Amber

The first impression

Tall Tales by West Third Brand is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women and men. The nose behind this fragrance is Michael Loring Probst.

What shapes the scent

violet 100%
powdery 85%
tobacco 70%
sweet 60%
amber 50%
aromatic 40%
warm spicy 35%
chocolate 30%
soft spicy 25%
floral 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

Violet Violet
Tobacco Tobacco
Amber Amber
Chocolate Chocolate
Clary Sage Clary Sage
Coriander Coriander
Suede Suede
Coffee Coffee
Vanilla Vanilla

The mood it creates

The Alchemist Archetype: Portrait of Tall Tales West Third Brand

Essence

Tall Tales embodies the Alchemist archetype, transforming humble ingredients into something transcendent. The fragrance weaves violet, tobacco, and chocolate into a potion that feels both nostalgic and alchemical. Like an alchemist turning base metals into gold, this scent elevates everyday notes into a rich, mysterious elixir.

They are drawn to the hidden magic in ordinary things, finding wonder in the interplay of sweet vanilla and smoky suede. The Alchemist here is a storyteller, spinning tales through scent, where each note is a character in an unfolding narrative.

Style & Aesthetic

Their style is layered and textured, favoring vintage leather jackets, velvet drapes, and dimly lit libraries. The aesthetic is warm and slightly decadent, with a touch of old-world charm. They appreciate the patina of well-worn objects and the allure of something slightly faded but still beautiful.

Their surroundings often reflect this alchemical blend-antique apothecary bottles, handwritten letters, and the soft glow of candlelight. The scent itself mirrors this, with its powdery violet and amber creating a sense of timeless elegance.

Philosophy & Values

They believe in the transformative power of art and the sacredness of small moments. For them, life is an ongoing experiment, and every interaction is a chance to create something meaningful. They value depth over surface, preferring conversations that linger like the scent of tobacco and coffee.

There’s a reverence for tradition, but also a willingness to subvert it. The Alchemist in Tall Tales doesn’t just follow recipes-they rewrite them, blending the familiar with the unexpected.

Relationships

In relationships, they are the ones who remember the details-the way someone takes their coffee, the book they mentioned loving years ago. They draw people in with their warmth and mystery, but they’re selective about who gets close. Their romantic partners often find themselves wrapped in a cocoon of shared secrets and late-night confessions.

They thrive with those who appreciate their complexity, who don’t shy away from the shadows in their scent or their soul.

Lifestyle

Their days are punctuated by rituals-morning coffee brewed just so, evenings spent with a well-loved book. They might keep a journal filled with pressed flowers or sketches of half-formed ideas. There’s a deliberate slowness to their pace, a refusal to rush the alchemy of living.

They’re drawn to places with history-old hotels, hidden bars, anything that feels like it has a story to tell. The scent of Tall Tales lingers in these spaces, a reminder of the magic they seek.

Shadow

Their shadow side is a tendency to romanticize the past, to get lost in nostalgia at the expense of the present. The tobacco and chocolate can become cloying if overindulged, a warning against losing themselves in daydreams. They might also struggle with impatience, frustrated when their transformations don’t happen as quickly as they’d like.

The Alchemist must remember that not everything can be transmuted-some things are meant to be enjoyed as they are.

Conclusion

Tall Tales is a fragrance for those who see the world as a laboratory of possibilities. It’s a scent that invites you to lean in, to uncover the layers, to believe-if only for a moment-in magic. The Alchemist wears it as a reminder that even the simplest notes can become extraordinary.