Rake & Ruin is a chaotic, unapologetic portrait of 18th-century debauchery. It opens with the sharp, medicinal sting of a gin palace: juniper, coriander, and angelica collide with a heavy splash of bo...
The fragrance is widely regarded as a "challenging" or "difficult" scent, with many users noting its polarizing animalic qualities and its literal interpretation of historical grime.
Performance is a strong point among enthusiasts, who generally agree that the scent boasts high longevity and significant projection that lasts throughout the night.
Users frequently place this in the same category as other "dark" scents from the house, noting its unique focus on gin and boozy notes paired with heavy, industrial-leaning smoke.
It is overwhelmingly recommended for cold weather and evening wear, specifically for leisure or night-out scenarios where a bold, unconventional statement is desired.
Common comparisons highlight the scent's "unwashed" or "industrial" vibe, with some finding the combination of botanicals and animalics to be evocative of damp city streets and excessive drinking.
