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Arabesque The Merchant Of Venice 2015

Ranked 94 in Unisex Perfume

8.4 / 10 1302 Ratings

A popular perfume by The Merchant Of Venice for women and men, released in 2015. The scent is sweet-spicy. The longevity is above-average. It is being marketed by Mavive.
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Main accords

Sweet

Spicy

Oriental

Gourmand

Fruity

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Plum

Tobacco leaf Ginger

Ginger

Heart Notes

Cinnamon

Tonka bean

Cedarwood

Base Notes

Benzoin

White musk Vetiver

Vetiver

Ratings

Scent

8.41302 Ratings

Longevity

8.31167 Ratings

Sillage

7.81155 Ratings

Bottle

8.91121 Ratings

Value for money

7.2703 Ratings

Submitted by Labormaus · last update on 12/21/2025.

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Interesting Facts

The fragrance is part of the Murano Exclusive collection.

Smells similar

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Reviews

58 in-depth fragrance descriptions

12/21/2023

8Scent

DogiCoco
637 Reviews

DogiCoco

2

Layers of plum, vanilla, spices and tobacco

Arabesque starts out like a spiced plum liqueur, very juicy and lush with lots of cinnamon and a hint of ginger. So at first I had no idea why people would find this similar to Tobacco Vanille of all things, but after a few moments I understood. Underneath the boozy plum lies the familiar waxy base of vanilla, tonka bean and a smidgen of sweet pipe tobacco that TV is famous for.

They're not the same though. Arabesque is more sparkling and lively, less dense and only about half as waxy. Where TV showcase aromatic notes, this has fruits and spices. I always found TV more masculine leaning, Arabesque on the other hand is a true unisex fragrance that can easily be worn by people with feminine tastes. And it has lots of layers to discover. Sometimes I get some fluffy musk, sometimes I sense a benzoin note that feels almost like caramel... The scent takes you on a journey and doesn't stay the same.
Even though this isn't something I would buy for myself, I like it a lot.

In my opinion this is 100% a scent for the cold seasons. Autumn, Christmas time, the coldest days of January and February, it all works. I can't imagine picking this in spring or summer, no matter how cool and rainy it is, it wouldn't feel right.

01/25/2021

Wayofscent
62 Reviews

Wayofscent

Beautiful addiction!

My #scentoftheday is beautiful creation called "Arabesque" by the great house The Merchant of Venice.

Footsteps in the snow, sunkissed face..and smell of the ripe plums wrapped in finest tobacco leaves at first, sprinkled with just enough cinnamon on top with benzoin, tonka and musks as the most prominent notes in the dry-down. Just a perfect harmony! This fragrance makes me happy!

On me it lasted around 7/8 hours with nice moderate/leaning-heavy sillage, especially in the first 2 hours!

I heard some people are comparing this with Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille, let's say I can see why but I don't agree.
This fragrance, in my opinion, is more complex and much more profound than one aformentioned. Also, musks and plum are giving this creation completely another vibe! For me, this goes in my top 3 favorite Tobacco fragrances. Period.

11/12/2023

7.5Scent 7Longevity 7Sillage

Myrtillajus
538 Reviews

Myrtillajus

1

A beautiful inspiration

Inspired by the original gold decorations on the facade of the Ca' d'Oro palace in Venice, Arabesque is a fragrance that combines tobacco with the sweetness of plum, the high personality of tonka bean and woods, resulting in a very pleasant, sweet and distant oriental scent.
Beautiful interpretation, I really liked it, unfortunately it is too sweet for my taste and I wouldn't be able to wear it, but it is absolutely remarkable on anyone who chooses it as a fragrance.
Ideal for the colder seasons, medium sillage and persistence.
In this case, it is useless to mention works of art, there is this magnificent palace on the Grand Canal, so beautiful that it leaves you speechless.

11/23/2023

9.5Scent 8Longevity 8Sillage

Janludwig
6 Reviews

Janludwig

1

A Journey Through Oriental Opulence

Draped in the exotic allure of the Orient, The Merchants of Venice by Arabesque is a fragrance that beckons with a tapestry of luxurious notes, featuring plum, cinnamon, tonka bean, tobacco and woody nuances. This olfactory voyage is a celebration of oriental opulence, weaving together elements that evoke the mystique and grandeur of a bustling bazaar

The fragrance unfurls with the succulent richness of plum, immediately setting a sumptuous tone. The plum notes are deep and inviting, hinting at the treasures that lie ahead in this fragrant journey. It's a decadent opening that introduces the wearer to the opulence of an oriental marketplace.

As the scent evolves, the spicy embrace of cinnamon takes the stage. The cinnamon adds a touch of warmth and exoticism, reminiscent of the aromatic spices traded along ancient caravan routes. This interplay between the sweet plum and spicy cinnamon creates a harmonious blend that is both sensuous and captivating.

The heart of the fragrance reveals the creamy and comforting presence of tobacco and tonka bean. This gourmand note adds a layer of sophistication, like the sweet offerings found in a merchant's treasure trove. The tonka bean contributes to the overall oriental character, enhancing the fragrance with a subtle and inviting sweetness.

The journey concludes with the grounding essence of woody notes. These elements anchor the composition, providing a solid foundation that balances the earlier sweetness and spice. The woody undertones add depth and longevity to the fragrance, creating a lasting impression that resonates with the wearer throughout the day.

In its entirety, The Merchants of Venice is an oriental fragrance that captivates with its plush layers. It's a scented expedition through the heart of the East, offering a luxurious and evocative experience for those who seek the allure of oriental opulence in their olfactory explorations. Personally I recommend this fragrance to those who love an oriental vibe.

11/17/2018

DeepRiver
12 Reviews

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DeepRiver

Top Review 160

I'm treating myself to this today...

My mother has been ill for years and therefore is very reluctant to leave the house. It is truly an art to persuade her to leave her familiar surroundings. But a week ago, I received a call asking if I would like to accompany her to help with the Christmas shopping. So, a few days later, we drove to Düsseldorf and looked at all sorts of things in countless stores, but we were only rarely truly excited about anything. She is a very modest woman, which I personally cannot understand. My father has a very good job in a large company, and they do not have to worry about finances, yet she wishes the best for everyone but hardly ever buys anything for herself.

On that particular day, we also visited a large department store, hoping to find a great coat for my father. On the way there, we strolled through the perfume department and made a brief stop so I could test some new fragrances. Meanwhile, my mother chatted with a saleswoman, telling her that she has only used Chanel No 5 and Coco for what feels like twenty years and doesn't necessarily want to try something new, but she did like some of the bottles. After she pointed to the The Merchant Of Venice bottles, the lady encouraged her to spray a few fragrances casually. She didn't have to buy anything; this way, she could simply smell and try something new. The first two fragrances she tested didn't really appeal to her, but when she was handed the test strip with Arabesque, I saw her truly smile for the first time that day.

Mothers really do everything for us; when we have problems, we usually go to our mothers, they stand by us no matter what we've done, and we can always count on them. So 2xx euros really isn't much money. I was just about to signal to her to wrap up the fragrance and that I would pay for it when she said, "I'M TREATING MYSELF TO THIS TODAY," it's just so beautiful.

We didn't really find much beautiful in Düsseldorf, but she found a brief moment of carefree joy, and the two of us had a truly wonderful day together for the first time in a long, long time.

I know this comment says nothing about the fragrance itself, but somehow I wanted to share the story. Fragrances can truly have such an impact; it always surprises me.

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