As Tears Go By 50ml
As Tears Go By
50 mlExtrait de ParfumSmall batchCreated in houseHand filled
This batch is spoken for
Description
nspired by Wong Kar Wai's debut film, As Tears Go By, this fragrance explores the delicate balance between loyalty, tenderness, and inevitability. It is a story where affection often remains unspoken, where every meeting carries the possibility of farewell, and where memories linger long after the city lights have faded. Rather than portraying tragedy itself, the fragrance captures the quiet moments between hope and acceptance.
The composition opens with bergamot, green mandarin, yuzu, and pink pepper before unfolding into a Yunnan Sacred Tea Accord. Rich, aromatic, and gently bittersweet, the tea becomes the soul of the fragrance, recalling the atmosphere of traditional Chinese tea houses where conversation slows and every cup invites reflection. Rose de Mai, jasmine sambac, magnolia, and violet leaf bring a graceful floral nuance that supports the tea without ever taking its place.
At the heart of the fragrance is Chinese Plantation Kynam. The legendary wild kynam has become exceptionally rare and is now beyond the reach of almost everyone. This fragrance instead celebrates a new generation of plantation grown Chinese kynam. Carefully cultivated over many years, it remains genuine agarwood while expressing a more refined and contemporary character. Its resinous warmth, delicate medicinal facets, and elegant woody depth demonstrate how Chinese agarwood craftsmanship continues to evolve without losing its authenticity.
Chinese Plantation Kynam is paired with Ver Animi Hainan Oud, creating a conversation between two distinct expressions of Chinese agarwood. Frankincense introduces a gentle mineral brightness before cypress, cedarwood, and creamy Kupang sandalwood guide the fragrance into a smooth and lasting finish. A soft musk rests close to the skin, allowing the tea and precious woods to linger with quiet elegance.
As Tears Go By is ultimately a tribute to Chinese aromatic culture through the lens of Wong Kar Wai's cinema. It places Yunnan Sacred Tea Accord, Chinese Plantation Kynam, and Ver Animi Hainan Oud at the center of the composition, not as symbols of rarity alone, but as expressions of patience, craftsmanship, and memory. Like the film itself, its beauty is found in the emotions that remain long after the final scene.
Longevity & Wear
Every HoM Haute bottle is an extrait de parfum. That tells you the concentration, not how it will behave on you. How long a composition lasts and how far it carries depends on the materials in it, on your skin chemistry, and on the nose that meets it. Some of our bottles sit close and quiet for hours; others announce themselves and then settle. Apply lightly, one or two touches at the pulse points, and let the skin decide.
Our fragrances are sold unmatured. What you receive is a composition at the beginning of its life. Over the first weeks and months the sharper edges settle, the heart becomes rounder, and the base grows deeper and more unified. Keep the bottle closed, away from light and heat, and revisit it over time. The bottle you own at six months is not the bottle you opened.
Philosophy
Every HoM Haute fragrance is produced in small batches. Minor variations between batches may occur due to the use of natural materials, maturation, and ongoing refinement of the composition. Rather than pursuing absolute uniformity, we embrace fragrance as a living creation that continues to evolve. Time, storage conditions, and wear will shape each bottle into a slightly different experience. We encourage you to age and observe your fragrance as part of its journey.
Shipping & Returns
Within Indonesia — complimentary delivery on every order, nationwide. No minimum.
International — worldwide via DHL Express at a flat USD 65, waived on orders over USD 500. Import duties, taxes and customs fees are set by the destination country and remain the responsibility of the recipient.
Processing — every order is prepared individually. Ready-stock bottles dispatch within a few business days; freshly blended or made-to-order creations may take up to eight.
Returns — because each bottle is hand filled and sold unmatured, we are unable to accept returns on opened fragrance. If a bottle arrives damaged, write to us within seven days of delivery and we will make it right.
Safety
Some HoM Haute creations intentionally explore materials, concentrations, and historical perfumery practices beyond contemporary commercial standards. Certain fragrances may contain ingredients restricted, discontinued, or used at levels exceeding current IFRA recommendations. Individuals with sensitive skin, allergies, or known fragrance sensitivities should exercise caution. We recommend testing on a small area of skin, such as the palm or inner forearm, before regular use.
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