#001 São Paulo Is Burning L’envie Parfums

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2019
Moderate
Sillage
Moderate
Longevity
Fall, Winter
Best Season
Evening, Special Occasion
Best For

Fragrance Story

#001 São Paulo is Burning by L’envie Parfums is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for women and men. #001 São Paulo is Burning was launched in 2019. #001 São Paulo is Burning was created by Isaac Sinclair and Fanny Grau. Top notes are Aldehydes, Grapefruit and Bergamot; middle notes are Green Notes, Iris, Musk, Geranium, Labdanum, Tonka Bean and Sandalowood; base notes are Leather, Tobacco, Moss, Olibanum and Patchouli.

Composition Profile

amber 100%
leather 85%
woody 70%
fresh spicy 60%
aldehydic 50%
earthy 40%
tobacco 35%
citrus 30%
mossy 25%
aromatic 20%

About the Perfumer

Fanny Grau

Fanny Grau

Fanny Grau is a perfumer whose work spans brands such as Abel, Avon, Eudora, and Hinode. She created Nurture and Pause for Abel, Candy! Shake Lover for Avon, and several fragrances for Eudora including Diva Esplêndida, Diva Fabulosa, Diva Nuit, and Instance Harmonia. Her portfolio also includes Rebelle Madness for Hinode, reflecting a broad range of styles from natural to playful.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Aldehydes Aldehydes
Grapefruit Grapefruit
Bergamot Bergamot

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Green Notes Green Notes
Iris Iris
Musk Musk
Geranium Geranium
Labdanum Labdanum
Tonka Bean Tonka Bean
Sandalowood Sandalowood

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Leather Leather
Tobacco Tobacco
Moss Moss
Olibanum Olibanum
Patchouli Patchouli
Unique Character

#001 São Paulo Is Burning L’envie Parfums by L’envie 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

#001 São Paulo Is Burning L’envie Parfums embodies the distinctive style of L’envie Parfums while adding a unique chapter to their fragrance portfolio.

Character Profile

The Rebel Archetype: Portrait of #001 São Paulo Is Burning L’envie Parfums

Essence

The Rebel archetype challenges conventions, disrupts the status quo, and forges a path of their own making. #001 São Paulo Is Burning is a fragrance that embodies this spirit of defiance and transformation. The opening of aldehydes, grapefruit, and bergamot is a sharp, sparkling shock, like a flash of light in the darkness. The heart is a complex, smoky blend of green notes, iris, leather, and tobacco, evoking the grit and glamour of a city in flux. The base of moss, olibanum, and patchouli is earthy and rebellious, a scent that refuses to be ignored.

Style & Aesthetic

The Rebel’s style is bold, eclectic, and unapologetically individualistic. They mix vintage finds with modern pieces, favoring leather, denim, and dark, textured fabrics. #001 São Paulo Is Burning is their signature, a fragrance that is both sophisticated and raw, like a leather jacket worn over a silk shirt. Their aesthetic is one of controlled chaos, where beauty is found in the unexpected and the imperfect.

Philosophy & Values

The Rebel values authenticity, freedom, and the courage to speak truth to power. They believe that true change comes from challenging the established order and creating new possibilities. This fragrance, with its blend of smoky leather and aromatic woods, reflects their commitment to living on their own terms. They are not afraid to be provocative or to stand alone in their convictions.

Relationships

The Rebel forms deep, intense bonds with those who share their passion for change and authenticity. They are drawn to other outsiders, artists, and thinkers who challenge them intellectually and emotionally. In romance, they seek a partner who is their equal, someone who can handle their intensity and share their vision. #001 São Paulo Is Burning, with its complex and daring profile, mirrors their need for a connection that is both fierce and transformative.

Lifestyle

The Rebel’s life is a series of acts of defiance and creation. They might be found at a protest, in a underground art gallery, or working on a project that pushes boundaries. Their rituals are personal and often non-conformist, like a late-night walk through the city or a solitary creative session. This fragrance is worn as a declaration of identity, a scent that announces their presence and their refusal to be defined by others.

Shadow

The Rebel’s shadow is a tendency towards self-destruction and alienation. They may become so focused on opposing the system that they lose sight of what they are fighting for, or they may isolate themselves from those who care about them. The smoky, leathery notes of #001 São Paulo Is Burning can reflect this potential for darkness and isolation. They must remember that rebellion is a means to an end, not an end in itself.

Conclusion

001 São Paulo Is Burning is the quintessential fragrance for the Rebel, a scent that captures the fire of transformation and the courage to be different. It is a reminder that true change requires breaking the rules and embracing the unknown. With its bold, smoky, and aromatic profile, it inspires the wearer to burn brightly and to forge a new path, no matter the cost.