Manifesto Isabella Rossellini

For Women
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2000
Moderate
Sillage
Good
Longevity
Fall
Best Season
Evening
Best For

Fragrance Story

Manifesto by Isabella Rossellini is a Floral Green fragrance for women. Manifesto was launched in 2000. The nose behind this fragrance is Alberto Morillas. Top notes are Basil, Bergamot and Pepper; middle notes are Orange Blossom, Pear, Jasmine and Rose; base notes are Lily, Musk and Sandalwood.

Composition Profile

fresh spicy 100%
white floral 85%
aromatic 70%
citrus 60%
green 50%
herbal 40%

About the Perfumer

Alberto Morillas

Alberto Morillas

Alberto Morillas is a master perfumer based in Geneva, Switzerland, and a longtime collaborator with Firmenich. His style is known for refined, luminous compositions that balance natural elegance with modern clarity. He created the bold leather and spice of Amouage Opus VII - Reckless Leather, the fresh citrus depth of Acqua di Parma Colonia Intensa, and the woody warmth of Aedes de Venustas Palissandre D'or. His work has shaped contemporary perfumery across both niche and luxury houses.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Basil Basil
Bergamot Bergamot
Pepper Pepper

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Orange Blossom Orange Blossom
Pear Pear
Jasmine Jasmine
Rose Rose

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Lily Lily
Musk Musk
Sandalwood Sandalwood
Unique Character

Manifesto Isabella Rossellini by Isabella Rossellini 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

Manifesto Isabella Rossellini embodies the distinctive style of Isabella Rossellini while adding a unique chapter to their fragrance portfolio.

Character Profile

The Lover Archetype: Portrait of Manifesto Isabella Rossellini

Essence

A person who cherishes Manifesto Isabella Rossellini is one who understands the language of seduction-not merely in the carnal sense, but as an art form that permeates every facet of existence. This fragrance, with its bold ylang-ylang, vanilla, and patchouli, speaks of a soul who revels in richness, complexity, and the interplay of light and shadow. They are, at their core, an embodiment of the Lover archetype-driven by passion, beauty, and the pursuit of deep emotional and sensory fulfillment.

Philosophy & Values

For them, life is not about mere survival but about transcendence through sensation. They reject the utilitarian in favor of the poetic, believing that beauty is not frivolous but essential. Their philosophy leans toward hedonism-not in the shallow pursuit of pleasure, but in the Nietzschean sense of embracing life’s richness without guilt. They value authenticity above all; pretense and superficiality repel them.

Yet, they are not naive romantics. They understand that passion has its price. Love can burn as easily as it comforts; desire can enslave as much as it liberates. This awareness makes them both alluring and dangerous-they know the power they wield and are unafraid to use it, though never with cruelty.

Shadow

The Lover’s greatest strength is also their greatest vulnerability. Their intensity, when unchecked, can tip into obsession. They may demand too much from those they adore, suffocating them with their need for reciprocated depth. Disappointment cuts them deeply-when reality fails to match their idealized vision, they may retreat into cynicism or self-indulgence.

At their worst, they can become possessive, mistaking control for devotion. Their disdain for the mundane may make them impatient with those who do not share their fervor, leading to isolation. And if their passions go unfulfilled for too long, they risk descending into melancholy or reckless behavior, seeking sensation for its own sake rather than as an expression of meaning.

Conclusion

Their world is one of deliberate aestheticism. They surround themselves with textures that beg to be touched-velvet drapes, aged leather books, the cool weight of silver jewelry. Their home is not merely a dwelling but a sanctuary of sensory indulgence: dim lighting, deep reds and purples, the faint hum of jazz or opera in the background. They are drawn to art that evokes emotion-Caravaggio’s chiaroscuro, Frida Kahlo’s raw intensity, the decadent prose of Anaïs Nin.

In relationships, they are magnetic but not indiscriminate. They seek connections that are as intoxicating as their chosen scent-intimate, layered, and slightly mysterious. They do not love lightly; when they commit, it is with a depth that can be overwhelming to those unprepared for their intensity. Their partners are often artists, thinkers, or others who appreciate the finer, darker shades of human experience.