Sombra D:sol Mmxvi by D:SOL MMXVI

Sombra D:sol Mmxvi

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2023

At a glance

Is Sombra D:sol Mmxvi worth trying?

Sombra by D:SOL MMXVI is a fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Evening, Special Occasion wear in Fall, Winter
Performance feel
Good longevity with Strong sillage
Signature profile
citrus, fresh spicy, leather with Clementine, Yuzu, Pepper
citrus fresh spicy leather

The first impression

Sombra by D:SOL MMXVI is a fragrance for women and men. This is a new fragrance. Sombra was launched in 2023. The nose behind this fragrance is Marie Le Febvre. Top notes are Clementine, Yuzu, Pepper, Pink Pepper and Tangerine; middle notes are Nutmeg, Saffron, Turkish Rose and Geranium; base notes are Leather, Oud, Tolu Balsam and Vetiver.

What shapes the scent

citrus 100%
fresh spicy 85%
leather 70%
sweet 60%
oud 50%
warm spicy 40%
amber 35%
animalic 30%
aromatic 25%
powdery 20%

The perfumer behind it

Marie Le Febvre

Marie Le Febvre

Marie Le Febvre has created fragrances for D:SOL MMXVI, including Herbes, Sombra, Terram, and Tesoro, as well as Estoras' Antal and Urban Scents' Ber Cavok, Bliss Me, and Dark Vanilla. Her work spans earthy, woody, and gourmand profiles. She demonstrates a keen ability to craft scents that are both distinctive and accessible.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Clementine Clementine
Yuzu Yuzu
Pepper Pepper
Pink Pepper Pink Pepper
Tangerine Tangerine

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Nutmeg Nutmeg
Saffron Saffron
Turkish Rose Turkish Rose
Geranium Geranium

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Leather Leather
Oud Oud
Tolu Balsam Tolu Balsam
Vetiver Vetiver

The mood it creates

The Alchemist Archetype: Portrait of Sombra D:sol Mmxvi

Essence

Sombra embodies the Alchemist-a master of transformation who finds magic in contrasts. The bold clash of citrus, spice, and leather speaks to their ability to marry opposing forces. They are both scientist and poet, turning base experiences into gold through perception alone.

The oud and tolu balsam base grounds their mystique, while the yuzu and pepper top notes reveal a restless, experimental mind. They thrive in the liminal.

Style & Aesthetic

They favor dramatic minimalism: a tailored coat over a sheer blouse, a single statement ring. Their palette leans toward deep reds and blacks, echoing the saffron and rose in the scent. Their space blends modern and antique-a steel desk beside an apothecary cabinet filled with curios.

The leather note hints at a love of well-worn books and midnight motorcycle rides.

Philosophy & Values

They believe reality is malleable. The fragrance’s spicy-citrus opening and animalic drydown mirror their view that boundaries-between sacred and profane, strength and vulnerability-are illusions to be played with.

They value curiosity over comfort, seeking the sublime in the strange. For them, every encounter is a chance to transmute the ordinary.

Relationships

They attract fellow seekers and those hungry for reinvention. Friends are drawn to their intensity, though some find them elusive. Romantic partners must embrace their need for solitude and their disdain for convention.

They teach through paradox, offering riddles more often than advice.

Lifestyle

Their days are unpredictable: late-night coding sessions, impromptu trips to obscure museums, or hours spent perfecting a cocktail recipe. They might work in perfumery, tech, or occult studies-any field where innovation borders on alchemy.

Their strong sillage mirrors their refusal to go unnoticed.

Shadow

Their love of edge can tip into self-sabotage. The pepper’s heat may signal a tendency to provoke rather than connect. They risk becoming prisoners of their own mystique, mistaking obscurity for depth.

Conclusion

Sombra is a spell in a bottle. Like the Alchemist, they remind us that transformation isn’t always pretty-but it’s always electrifying.

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