The Cobra and the Canary
Imaginary Authors · Eau de Parfum (EDP) · 2012
≈ $140 · 50ml · approx. retail
Launched in 2012 as part of the brand's debut collection, The Cobra and the Canary conjures a cross-country road-trip narrative through hay fields, tobacco flower, and a distinctive hot-asphalt facet. Its unusual leather-and-tar character made it a standout among early niche American releases.
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