Daddy.

Perdrisât’s 2024 release Daddy was born in the modest Melbourne studio where Callum Rory Mitchell translates his cinematic instincts into scent. Seeking a character that could swing from playful to brooding, Mitchell chose the unlikely duo of banana and cloves to spark curiosity, then layered jasmine and cardamom for a soft, aromatic heart, finally anchoring everything with tobacco to give the piece a lingering, story‑like finish. The fragrance embodies the house’s love of bold titles and narrative depth, inviting wearers to imagine a scene that starts sweet and ends with a smoky resolve.

The banana note, rarely used as a lead, injects a creamy, tropical sweetness that feels almost edible, while cloves inject a sharp, peppery bite, creating a sweet‑spicy tension that sets the stage. Jasmine adds a delicate white‑floral veil, and cardamom contributes a warm, slightly resinous spice, smoothing the transition to the tobacco base. This juxtaposition of gourmand fruit with classic tobacco gives Daddy a dual personality, cheeky at first, then unmistakably grounded, making the composition stand out in a niche market that often separates sweet and smoky into separate scents.

The first impression is an unapologetic banana burst, bright and creamy, instantly paired with the aromatic sting of cloves that adds a subtle heat. Within minutes, the heart unfurls: jasmine petals drift in, offering a gentle white‑floral cushion, while cardamom weaves an aromatic spice that tempers the fruit’s exuberance. As the fragrance settles, the tobacco emerges, dry and smoky, lingering on the skin like a fading ember. The drydown persists for six to eight hours, the tobacco’s warmth gradually softening but never disappearing, leaving a faint, masculine trail that whispers long after the initial sweetness has faded.

Within niche circles, Daddy has sparked chatter for daringly pairing banana with tobacco, a move that mirrors Perdrisât’s love of narrative twists. Collectors appreciate the cheeky title and the way the scent feels like a scene, playful at the start, brooding by the end, reinforcing the house’s reputation for bold, story‑driven creations.