Butterfly
Fragrance notes
Character
Butterfly is not a spring scent dressed in pastels. It is a fragrance built for the kind of afternoon when leaves are damp on the pavement and the air feels cool enough to warrant a sweater. The opening of ivy and fennel gives it a green, slightly crisp edge that cuts through the heavier myrrh. This combination creates a garden-like atmosphere that feels rooted in soil rather than floating in the sky. The fennel adds a soft spicy lift that prevents the greenery from feeling flat, while the ivy maintains a fresh, clean texture. It is this earthy foundation that makes the perfume feel appropriate for a setting where nature is transitioning and the light is changing.
The argument for wearing this rests on its heart. Iris and violet are often used to create a powdery softness, but the addition of licorice changes the trajectory. It introduces a dark, slightly bitter thread that keeps the florals from becoming too precious or overly romantic. You smell the iris first, then the violet smooths it out, but the licorice ensures the composition stays grounded. It is a sophisticated blend that favors depth over brightness. The powdery accord here feels vintage and substantial, wrapping the wearer in a cloud that is more serious than playful.
Base notes of jasmine, benzoin, and vanilla solidify its identity as a warm, amber-heavy composition. The benzoin provides a resinous quality that pairs perfectly with the earlier myrrh, creating a continuous line of warmth from the top through the drydown. Vanilla adds a gentle sweetness, but it is the woody and amber accords that dominate the final impression. This is a perfume for someone who enjoys a floral that refuses to stay light, choosing instead to settle into a rich, resinous finish that feels intimate and slightly
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