Costarela Carner Barcelona by Carner Barcelona

Costarela Carner Barcelona

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2016

At a glance

Is Costarela Carner Barcelona worth trying?

Costarela by Carner Barcelona is a Citrus Aromatic fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Casual wear in Summer
Performance feel
Moderate longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile
citrus, amber, aromatic with Bergamot, Saffron, Sea Notes
citrus amber aromatic

The first impression

Costarela by Carner Barcelona is a Citrus Aromatic fragrance for women and men. Costarela was launched in 2016. The nose behind this fragrance is Shyamala Maisondieu. Top notes are Bergamot and Saffron; middle notes are Sea Notes and Sand; base notes are Ambroxan, Virginia Cedar and Amber.

What shapes the scent

citrus 100%
amber 85%
aromatic 70%
marine 60%
woody 50%
sand 40%
fresh spicy 35%
musky 30%
salty 25%
warm spicy 20%

The perfumer behind it

Shyamala Maisondieu

Shyamala Maisondieu

Shyamala Maisondieu is a French perfumer known for her work with brands like 27 87, Carner Barcelona, and Aquolina. She trained at Givaudan and has created fragrances that often blend natural and synthetic elements. Her compositions for Carner Barcelona, including Besos and Costarela, showcase her ability to craft both fresh and warm scents. Maisondieu's style is versatile, ranging from playful to sophisticated.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Bergamot Bergamot
Saffron Saffron

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Sea Notes Sea Notes
Sand Sand

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Ambroxan Ambroxan
Virginia Cedar Virginia Cedar
Amber Amber

The mood it creates

The Wanderer Archetype: Portrait of Costarela Carner Barcelona

Essence

The Wanderer is drawn to the horizon, and Costarela captures the salt-kissed breeze of an endless coastline. Bergamot and saffron sparkle like sunlight on waves, while sea notes and sand evoke barefoot walks along the shore. Ambroxan and cedar anchor the scent, a reminder that even nomads carry home within them.

Style & Aesthetic

They live in linen shirts, rolled-up sleeves, and sun-bleached denim. The fragrance’s marine freshness mirrors their love for open spaces and unadorned beauty. Their aesthetic is effortless, as if they’ve just returned from a journey with sand still in their pockets.

Philosophy & Values

They value freedom above all, believing that roots can be carried in the heart. The scent’s citrus brightness reflects their optimism-a faith that the next bend in the road will bring something wondrous. They are collectors of experiences, not things.

Relationships

They are beloved for their stories and spontaneity, though their restlessness can frustrate those who crave stability. Romantic connections are often fleeting, like summer romances. Costarela’s moderate sillage ensures they never overstay their welcome.

Lifestyle

Their days are unstructured-a morning swim, an impromptu road trip, a nap in a hammock. Evenings might involve sharing wine with strangers-turned-friends. The fragrance’s longevity mirrors the way memories of the sea linger on the skin.

Shadow

Their avoidance of commitment can leave others feeling adrift. The cedar in the fragrance hints at a stubbornness-a refusal to be tied down, even when it might serve them.

Conclusion

Costarela is the scent of the Wanderer-a fragrance that carries the sea, the sun, and the promise of uncharted shores.

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