Cap Verde Id Parfums

For Men
Eau de Toilette
Year: 2010
Moderate
Sillage
Moderate
Longevity
Spring, Summer
Best Season
Casual
Best For

Fragrance Story

Cap Verde by ID Parfums is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for men. Cap Verde was created by Delphine Lebeau and Benoist Lapouza. Top notes are Bergamot, Clary Sage and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Citruses, Lavender and Star Anise; base notes are Vetiver, Patchouli and Musk.

Composition Profile

citrus 100%
aromatic 85%
fresh spicy 70%
lavender 60%
soft spicy 50%
fresh 40%
woody 35%

About the Perfumer

Benoist Lapouza

Benoist Lapouza

Benoist Lapouza has contributed to the ALYSONOLDOINI collection, crafting fragrances such as Black Violet, Crystal Oud, Cuir D'encens, Marine Vodka, Marsiglia Musk, Oranger Moi, Rhum D'hiver, and Rose Profond. His work spans a variety of olfactory families, from rich leathers and ouds to fresh marine and citrus notes. Lapouza's style is characterized by a refined balance of traditional and contemporary influences.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Bergamot Bergamot
Clary Sage Clary Sage
Mandarin Orange Mandarin Orange

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Citruses Citruses
Lavender Lavender
Star Anise Star Anise

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Vetiver Vetiver
Patchouli Patchouli
Musk Musk
Unique Character

Cap Verde Id Parfums by ID Parfums 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

Cap Verde Id Parfums embodies the distinctive style of ID Parfums while adding a unique chapter to their fragrance portfolio.

Character Profile

The Wanderer Archetype: Portrait of Cap Verde Id Parfums

Essence

The person who cherishes Cap Verde by Id Parfums is, at their core, an Explorer-a soul driven by the need to traverse both the outer world and the inner self. This archetype thrives on discovery, resisting stagnation in favor of movement, whether physical, intellectual, or emotional. The scent itself-bright, fresh, yet subtly complex-mirrors their essence: a blend of vitality and depth, an invitation to journey rather than settle.

Relationships

Their connections are deep but often transient, not from coldness, but from an unwillingness to confine love or friendship to rigid expectations. They bond intensely with fellow wanderers-those who understand that closeness need not mean permanence. Romantic partners may find them exhilarating yet elusive, as their spirit resists domestication. They love fiercely but fleetingly, leaving imprints rather than footprints.

Their lifestyle is one of deliberate impermanence. They might live in a sunlit loft with few belongings, or drift between cities, finding home in cafés, train stations, and the company of strangers. Work is either a means to fund travel or an extension of their curiosity-freelance, entrepreneurial, or artistic, never a cage.

Shadow

Yet, the shadow of the Explorer is rootlessness. Their aversion to commitment can become a prison of its own-a fear of depth disguised as freedom. They may leave jobs, relationships, or cities just as they begin to feel real, mistaking discomfort for growth. Over time, this can lead to a hollow fatigue, a sense of having wandered far but arrived nowhere.

Their independence, when unchecked, borders on detachment. They may struggle with true vulnerability, using movement as a shield against emotional permanence. The very curiosity that enriches them can also scatter their energy, leaving them with a trail of half-finished projects and unresolved connections.

Conclusion

Their life is a tapestry of experiences, not possessions. They prefer the open road to the anchored home, the shifting horizon to the fixed landmark. Their tastes reflect this restlessness: minimalist but intentional, favoring functional elegance over opulence. Their wardrobe is a curated selection of versatile pieces-linen shirts, well-worn leather boots, a single well-crafted watch-each item carrying the patina of past adventures.

Philosophically, they reject dogma, embracing instead a fluid worldview shaped by firsthand encounters. They are drawn to thinkers like Camus and Nietzsche, who championed the individual’s right to define meaning rather than inherit it. Their values center on freedom, authenticity, and curiosity, seeing life as an experiment rather than a script.