Two Of Cups House Of Matriarch

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2017
Moderate
Sillage
Very Good
Longevity
Spring
Best Season
Special Occasion
Best For

Fragrance Story

Two of Cups by House of Matriarch is a Floral Aldehyde fragrance for women and men. Two of Cups was launched in 2017. The nose behind this fragrance is Christi Meshell. Top notes are Aldehydes, Ylang-Ylang, Beeswax, Geranium and Spicy Notes; middle notes are Jasmine, Rose, Neroli, Cedar and Mastic or Lentisque; base notes are Tahitian Vanilla, Sandalwood, Agarwood (Oud), Musk and Tobacco.

Composition Profile

woody 100%
white floral 85%
aldehydic 70%
fresh 60%
rose 50%
yellow floral 40%
aromatic 35%
sweet 30%
powdery 25%
fresh spicy 20%

About the Perfumer

Christi Meshell

Christi Meshell

Christi Meshell is the founder and perfumer of House of Matriarch, a niche fragrance house based in the Pacific Northwest. Her extensive catalog includes A World Of Blue, Albatross, Alpha, Amanita, Amberchris, Ambre Vie, and Antimony. Her scents are known for their natural and organic ingredients, often inspired by the landscapes of the region.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Aldehydes Aldehydes
Ylang-Ylang Ylang-Ylang
Beeswax Beeswax
Geranium Geranium
Spicy Notes Spicy Notes

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Jasmine Jasmine
Rose Rose
Neroli Neroli
Cedar Cedar
Mastic or Lentisque Mastic or Lentisque

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Tahitian Vanilla Tahitian Vanilla
Sandalwood Sandalwood
Agarwood (Oud) Agarwood (Oud)
Musk Musk
Tobacco Tobacco
Unique Character

Two Of Cups House Of Matriarch by House of Matriarch 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

Two Of Cups House Of Matriarch embodies the distinctive style of House of Matriarch while adding a unique chapter to their fragrance portfolio.

Character Profile

The Lover Archetype: Portrait of Two Of Cups House Of Matriarch

Essence

The one who cherishes Two of Cups by House of Matriarch is, at their core, an embodiment of The Lover archetype-not in the trivial sense of fleeting romance, but in the Jungian understanding of deep connection, sensuality, and the pursuit of unity. This fragrance, with its intoxicating blend of rose, frankincense, and honeyed warmth, speaks to a soul who seeks to dissolve boundaries between self and other, who thrives in the alchemy of intimacy. The Lover is not merely a hedonist but a mystic of emotion, one who believes that beauty and connection are the highest truths.

Yet, like all archetypes, The Lover has its shadow-where devotion becomes obsession, where passion turns to possessiveness, where the hunger for union leads to the fear of abandonment.

Style & Aesthetic

They move through life with a poetic rhythm, drawn to experiences that stir the soul-midnight conversations, spontaneous road trips, the scent of rain on warm pavement. They may be artists, therapists, sommeliers, or simply someone who brings beauty into the mundane.

Yet their sensitivity is a double-edged sword. They feel too much, and so they are prone to periods of melancholy, a quiet ache for something just out of reach. They must learn that love is not always possession-sometimes it is release.

Relationships

To be loved by them is to be seen in full color. They listen with their whole body, remember the curve of a smile, the exact way someone takes their coffee. Their friendships are deep, their romances intense. They are the kind of person who writes letters by hand, who keeps mementos in a wooden box, who believes in the power of a lingering touch.

But this depth comes with a cost. Their shadow is a fear of being forgotten, of love slipping through their fingers. They may cling too tightly, read too much into silence, mistake solitude for rejection. At their worst, they can become jealous or melodramatic, turning love into a performance rather than an offering.

Conclusion

Their world is one of texture and resonance-they are drawn to the tactile, the fragrant, the visually arresting. Their home is likely a sanctuary of soft fabrics, warm lighting, and carefully curated objects that tell a story. They may favor deep reds, velvety blacks, or the muted gold of candlelight-colors that evoke richness rather than austerity.

In taste, they prefer the decadent over the utilitarian: a perfectly aged wine, dark chocolate with flecks of sea salt, the slow burn of a well-spiced dish. Music for them is not mere background noise but an emotional landscape-perhaps the haunting melodies of Nick Cave or the lush arrangements of Agnes Obel.

Their philosophy is one of eros over logos-they trust the wisdom of the heart before the cold calculations of reason. They believe in fate, synchronicity, the idea that certain meetings are written in the stars. Yet they are not naive; they know love is both a balm and a blade.