For those who thought the notion of unisex perfume was forever tainted following the release of Khloe and Lamar Odom’s “Unbreakable,” Odin Fragrances New York seeks to change your mind. Inspired by the depths of travel, Odin Fragrances creates modern unisex scents in the context of age-old fragrance traditions.

The latest addition to Odin’s fragrance collection is entitled “Tanoke.” Developed in collaboration with Parisian Drom perfumer Corinne Cachen, Tanoke is a warm wood-based fragrance which evokes the natural aromas of the lush California coast. This particular offering is just as suitable for the men as it is for the women by its coupling of woodsy top notes with a light finish. The core of Tanoke brings forth the balsamic resin of wet gaiacwood wrapped in smoky incense, while crisp black pepper, spicy ginger and bitter orange add an invigorating freshness.

It’s a perfect mix of strength and lightness – and perfect perhaps for Valentine’s Day? The fragrance joins the well-defined scents in the Odin Fragrances catalog that includes 01 Sunda, 02 Owari, 03 Century, 04 Petrana, and a favorite of our editors, 06 Amanu (yes, they skipped 05, though we’re not sure why…maybe because Chanel has it trademarked?)

Odin is also expanding its fragrance collection with the release of their home fragrance line of candles. Currently available in four scents, we’d love the candles just for their visual appeal; the slate-coloured wax candles are each held in a translucent black glass case with clean, minimalist lines. But their unique scents and the intimate amber light (it can burn for sixty hours) make them all the more appealing.

Tanoke retails for $125/100ml while the home fragrances are available for a slightly more affordable $65. Head on over to the Odin Fragrances website for more information or to locate your nearest stockist.

- James Lavapie