V Canto Arsenico V

for women and men

V Canto Arsenico V is a woody scent with green, fruity freshness and soft musk, giving you a clean, airy signature that feels put-together year-round.

V Canto Arsenico V

V Canto Arsenico V

3.38 oz Perfume Extract Spray
$214.00 USD
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V Canto Arsenico V
$214.00 USD

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Scent Dossier

V Canto Arsenico V is a fresh woody unisex scent that keeps things clean, airy, and quietly distinctive. Bright fruit up top gives it lift, while jasmine, patchouli, cedar, and musk bring a greener, slightly earthy backbone with a soft skin-like finish. It fits casual wear, office days, and travel especially well, with enough character to feel interesting without turning heavy. A smart pick if you want freshness with more texture than a basic citrus.

Accords

Woody
Green
Fruity
Musky
Fresh
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A Scent For

This suits someone who wants a clean woody scent with a bit more personality than standard fresh picks. It makes sense for professionals, frequent travelers, and anyone building an everyday rotation that still feels intentional. Many wearers describe it as a comfortable signature for daily use because it stays present without taking over the room. Not the best choice if you want big sweetness, a dramatic evening trail, or something especially sensual and dense.

Occasions

Casual
Casual
Everyday
Everyday
Work / Office
Work / Office
Travel
Travel

Seasons

Spring
Spring
Summer
Summer
Fall
Fall

Time

Versatile
Versatile

Sillage

Sillage
3/4
Strong

Longevity

Longevity
4/5
Long Lasting

When and Where

Spring, Summer, and Fall are where this makes the most sense, especially during the day, but it has enough flexibility to move from errands to work to casual dinners. The moderate trail keeps it office-friendly, and the fresh green fruitiness helps it feel relaxed on the go. It is especially handy for travel because it reads clean and adaptable in changing settings. Less ideal for freezing weather or late-night occasions where you want a richer, more forceful scent.

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Apple
Apple
Bergamot
Bergamot
Pineapple
Pineapple
Red Currant
Red Currant

Middle Notes

Birch
Birch
Jasmine
Jasmine
Patchouli
Patchouli
Tonka Bean
Tonka Bean

Base Notes

Cedar
Cedar
Musk
Musk

Deeper Detail

How it Opens

Expect a crisp, upbeat start that feels juicy and fresh rather than sugary. Bergamot adds a bright citrus edge, while apple, pineapple, and red currant bring a tart fruitiness that keeps the scent lively and modern. There is a clean green streak running through it, so the fruity side never gets sticky or loud. On skin, the overall effect is airy, cheerful, and very wearable, with a just-groomed feel instead of a sharp sporty vibe.

How it develops

As it settles, the fruit eases back and the scent becomes woodier, softer, and more grounded. Jasmine keeps the middle from feeling dry, while patchouli adds an earthy depth that reads more natural and slightly green than sweet. Tonka brings a gentle creamy warmth, and birch plus cedar give it structure without turning smoky or harsh. The musk in the base keeps everything smooth and close enough for everyday wear, rather than becoming dense or overly dressed up.

History

Released in 2017, Arsenico V sits in V Canto's modern niche lineup as a woody unisex scent with a fresher, more approachable character. Created by Paolo Terenzi, it leans into green, fruity, musky wearability rather than a dark or challenging style. That makes it a practical entry point if you want something distinctive from the brand without stepping into anything too heavy or dramatic.

Perfumier

Paolo Terenzi

Country of Origin

Italy

Year Created

2017

Our Verdict

Buy Arsenico V if you want a fresh woody scent that feels clean, airy, and quietly distinctive for daily wear. Skip it if you are chasing big projection, heavy warmth, or a sweeter statement fragrance.

The Closest Scents to V Canto Arsenico V

Arsenico V is a woody green scent with fruity top notes and a musky base. This edit explores woody aromatic fragrances that share its fresh, green character and versatile appeal. Each recommendation builds on a similar woody foundation but shifts emphasis toward citrus, spice, or deeper woods.

Xerjoff Laylati

Xerjoff Laylati

for women and men
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Laylati shares Arsenico V's woody green core and a touch of sweetness from vanilla and tobacco. While Arsenico V is brightened by fruity apple and pineapple, Laylati leans deeper into musky tobacco and patchouli. Both offer a versatile unisex profile, but Laylati feels warmer and more suited to cooler seasons.

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Woody
Green
Sweet
Aromatic
Musky
Casual
Casual
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Bond No. 9 Bleecker Street

Bond No. 9 Bleecker Street

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Like Arsenico V, Bleecker Street is a woody aromatic with green undertones and a fruity opening. Its blueberry and cassis top notes echo the fruity burst of apple and pineapple, while violet leaf adds a green touch. Bleecker Street differs with a suede and amber base that feels slightly more polished and urban.

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Woody
Aromatic
Sweet
Fresh Spicy
Green
Casual
Casual
Date Night
Date Night
Everyday
Everyday
Travel
Travel

1 Million Royal matches Arsenico V's woody aromatic structure and versatile nature. Both open with citrus and green notes, but 1 Million Royal introduces cardamom and lavender for a fresh spicy twist. Its benzoin and patchouli base adds warmth, whereas Arsenico V stays greener and more transparent.

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Woody
Aromatic
Fresh Spicy
Amber
Citrus
Casual
Casual
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Party
Party
Byredo Gypsy Water

Byredo Gypsy Water

for women and men
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Gypsy Water shares Arsenico V's woody aromatic family and a fresh citrus opening. Both feature bergamot and a green touch, but Gypsy Water leans toward pine and incense for a forest like feel. It is lighter in sillage and longevity, making it a more subtle, everyday option compared to Arsenico V's bolder presence.

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Woody
Aromatic
Citrus
Vanilla
Amber
Casual
Casual
Everyday
Everyday
Travel
Travel
Work / Office
Work / Office
Xerjoff 17/17 Stone Label Richwood

Xerjoff 17/17 Stone Label Richwood

for women and men
$481.00

Richwood, like Arsenico V, is a woody unisex scent with a fruity citrus opening. Its grapefruit and tangerine top notes provide a similar brightness, while the base of labdanum and vanilla adds a resinous sweetness. Richwood feels more opulent and formal, whereas Arsenico V is more casual and green.

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Woody
Citrus
Aromatic
Musky
Amber
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Travel
Travel

Grey Vetiver aligns with Arsenico V's woody aromatic character and fresh citrus start. Both use bergamot and green notes, but Grey Vetiver emphasizes vetiver and earthy moss for a drier, more grounded profile. It is more masculine leaning and daytime focused, while Arsenico V offers a brighter fruity green contrast.

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Woody
Citrus
Aromatic
Fresh Spicy
Earthy
Casual
Casual
Everyday
Everyday
Work / Office
Work / Office
Travel
Travel
Gucci Guilty Eau

Gucci Guilty Eau

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Gucci Guilty Eau shares Arsenico V's woody citrus structure and casual versatility. Both open with bergamot and lemon, but Gucci Guilty Eau introduces iris and orange blossom for a floral powdery twist. Its lighter sillage and daytime orientation make it a fresher, more delicate alternative to Arsenico V's richer green profile.

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Woody
Citrus
Musky
Powdery
Fresh
Casual
Casual
Everyday
Everyday
Work / Office
Work / Office

This scent matches Arsenico V's woody aromatic family and citrus top notes. Both use bergamot and grapefruit, but Terre d'Hermes Eau Intense Vetiver focuses on vetiver and Sichuan pepper for a spicy earthy character. It is more masculine and grounded, while Arsenico V stays greener and more fruity.

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Woody
Citrus
Aromatic
Fresh Spicy
Earthy
Casual
Casual
Everyday
Everyday
Work / Office
Work / Office

Vetiver Extraordinaire, like Arsenico V, is a woody aromatic with a bright citrus opening. Both feature bergamot and a green heart, but this scent centers on vetiver and pink pepper for a spicy earthy intensity. It offers a more pronounced vetiver presence and greater longevity, making it a bolder choice.

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Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Fresh Spicy
Citrus
Casual
Casual
Everyday
Everyday
Evening Out
Evening Out
Work / Office
Work / Office

Original Vetiver shares Arsenico V's woody citrus profile and fresh appeal. Both open with bergamot and mandarin, but Original Vetiver adds ginger for a subtle spice. Its vetiver and musk base is cleaner and more transparent, whereas Arsenico V has a fruity green complexity from apple and red currant.

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Woody
Citrus
Fresh
Aromatic
Musky
Everyday
Everyday
Work / Office
Work / Office
Casual
Casual
Travel
Travel

Haltane, like Arsenico V, is a woody aromatic with a touch of sweetness. Both use bergamot and green notes, but Haltane introduces praline and saffron for a warm spicy gourmand feel. Its agarwood and cedar base is deeper and more opulent, suited for evening wear, while Arsenico V is lighter and more versatile.

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Woody
Aromatic
Warm Spicy
Sweet
Amber
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Date Night
Date Night

Scholar's Mate aligns with Arsenico V's woody aromatic structure and citrus opening. Both feature bergamot and grapefruit, but Scholar's Mate adds cardamom and lavender for a fresh spicy aromatic twist. Its amber and vetiver base is more formal and refined, whereas Arsenico V feels greener and more casual.

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Woody
Aromatic
Fresh Spicy
Citrus
Amber
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Work / Office
Work / Office