Cimabue (italian Journey No. 8) Dsh Perfumes

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2010
Strong
Sillage
Very Good
Longevity
Fall, Winter
Best Season
Evening, Special Occasion
Best For

Fragrance Story

Cimabue (Italian Journey no. 8) by DSH Perfumes is a Chypre Fruity fragrance for women and men. The nose behind this fragrance is Dawn Spencer Hurwitz. Top notes are Nutmeg, Cardamom, Bitter Orange, Neroli, Clementine, Bergamot and Amalfi Lemon; middle notes are Cinnamon, Saffron, Clove, Beeswax, Carnation, Tuberose, Rose, Geranium and Jasmine; base notes are Vanilla, Opoponax, Benzoin, Sandalwood and French labdanum.

Composition Profile

warm spicy 100%
amber 85%
citrus 70%
vanilla 60%
fresh spicy 50%
cinnamon 40%
aromatic 35%
balsamic 30%

About the Perfumer

Dawn Spencer Hurwitz

Dawn Spencer Hurwitz

Dawn Spencer Hurwitz is the founder and perfumer of DSH Perfumes, with a catalog spanning over 30 years of work. Her creations include 1,000 Lilies, Acqua Di Venezia, and Amber, as well as the American Perfumer series like Colorado. Hurwitz is known for her classical approach, often drawing on historical and geographical inspirations.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Nutmeg Nutmeg
Cardamom Cardamom
Bitter Orange Bitter Orange
Neroli Neroli
Clementine Clementine
Bergamot Bergamot
Amalfi Lemon Amalfi Lemon

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Cinnamon Cinnamon
Saffron Saffron
Clove Clove
Beeswax Beeswax
Carnation Carnation
Tuberose Tuberose
Rose Rose
Geranium Geranium
Jasmine Jasmine

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Vanilla Vanilla
Opoponax Opoponax
Benzoin Benzoin
Sandalwood Sandalwood
French labdanum French labdanum
Unique Character

Cimabue (italian Journey No. 8) Dsh Perfumes by DSH Perfumes offers a distinctive olfactory experience that stands out from other fragrances in its category.

Artisanal Creation

Crafted with the finest ingredients and a blend of traditional and modern perfumery techniques, this fragrance represents the pinnacle of the perfumer's art.

Signature Style

Cimabue (italian Journey No. 8) Dsh Perfumes embodies the distinctive style of DSH Perfumes while adding a unique chapter to their fragrance portfolio.

Character Profile

The Lover Archetype: Portrait of Cimabue (italian Journey No. 8) Dsh Perfumes

Essence

The Lover archetype is driven by passion, connection, and the pursuit of beauty in all its forms. Cimabue embodies this through a radiant, opulent symphony of warm spices, citrus, and florals. It opens with a burst of sun-drenched Amalfi lemon and bitter orange, a lover’s first, exhilarating glance. The heart is a rich tapestry of cinnamon, clove, and beeswax, intertwined with the heady embrace of tuberose and rose-a passionate, sensual crescendo. The base of vanilla, opoponax, and sandalwood is a lingering, tender caress, a promise whispered in the dark.

Style & Aesthetic

The Lover’s style is romantic, expressive, and deeply sensual. They are drawn to rich textures: velvet, silk, and soft cashmere. Their wardrobe is a palette of warm, vibrant colors-deep reds, burnt oranges, and golds. They have an eye for beauty and a talent for creating an atmosphere of intimacy and allure. Their aesthetic is one of cultivated passion, where every detail, from the scent of a room to the texture of a fabric, is chosen to evoke a feeling of deep connection and desire.

Philosophy & Values

The Lover values connection, intimacy, and the experience of beauty. They believe that life is meant to be felt deeply, and they pursue pleasure and passion with an open heart. Their philosophy is one of surrender to the senses, of finding the divine in the physical. They value authenticity and vulnerability, seeing them as the foundations of true connection. Their core belief is that love, in all its forms, is the most powerful transformative force in the universe.

Relationships

Relationships are the Lover’s primary arena. They are generous, attentive, and deeply romantic partners, always seeking to create moments of magic and connection. They are drawn to people who are equally passionate and expressive, who are not afraid to show their feelings. They thrive on emotional intimacy and can be deeply hurt by distance or indifference. They seek a partner who will meet them in the depths of feeling, who will dance with them in the heat of passion and hold them in the quiet of devotion.

Lifestyle

The Lover’s life is a celebration of the senses. They fill their home with fresh flowers, soft lighting, and the scent of good food. They are drawn to the arts-music, painting, dance-as expressions of the human heart. Their rituals are those of connection: a shared meal, a long walk, a quiet evening by the fire. They live for moments of beauty and intimacy, and they have a gift for turning the ordinary into the extraordinary through the power of their attention and affection.

Shadow

The Lover’s shadow is the risk of codependency and emotional turmoil. Their passion can become possessiveness, their desire for connection, a fear of being alone. They may lose themselves in another person, sacrificing their own needs and identity for the sake of the relationship. The shadow of Cimabue is the cloying sweetness of too much honey, the overwhelming heat of too many spices. It is the danger of a love that consumes rather than uplifts, that binds rather than frees.

Conclusion

Cimabue is a fragrance for the Lover, a scent that captures the essence of passion, beauty, and deep connection. It is a reminder that to love is to be vulnerable, to risk everything for the chance at something transcendent. To wear it is to embrace the full spectrum of human emotion, to live with an open heart, and to find the sacred in the sensual.