Winged Heart M.int

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2016

At a glance

Is Winged Heart M.int worth trying?

Winged Heart by M.INT is a fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Casual wear in Spring, Summer
Performance feel
Moderate longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile
balsamic, aromatic, citrus with Absinthe, Bergamot, Lemon

The first impression

Winged Heart by M.INT is a fragrance for women and men. Winged Heart was launched in 2016. The nose behind this fragrance is Christian Rostain. Top notes are Absinthe, Bergamot and Lemon; middle notes are Peru Balsam, Orange Blossom, Spices and Carnation; base note is Musk.

What shapes the scent

balsamic 100%
aromatic 85%
citrus 70%
amber 60%
white floral 50%
musky 40%
bitter 35%
woody 30%
warm spicy 25%
powdery 20%

The perfumer behind it

Christian Rostain

Christian Rostain

Christian Rostain is a French perfumer known for his bold, avant-garde work with independent niche houses. His creative signature often explores raw, animalic, and unconventional accords that challenge traditional perfumery boundaries. Notable creations include M.INT - Winged Heart M.int, a provocative leather-and-oud composition, and Marlou - Carnicure, a visceral, meaty scent that pushes olfactory extremes. Rostain’s uncompromising style has earned him a cult following among those seeking daring, boundary-pushing fragrances.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Absinthe Absinthe
Bergamot Bergamot
Lemon Lemon

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Peru Balsam Peru Balsam
Orange Blossom Orange Blossom
Spices Spices
Carnation Carnation

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Musk Musk

The mood it creates

The Wanderer Archetype: Portrait of Winged Heart M.int

Essence

Winged Heart captures the Wanderer, a free spirit guided by curiosity and fleeting impressions. The absinthe and bergamot evoke a restless energy, while the balsamic heart suggests a longing for connection that never quite roots. They are always in motion, chasing the horizon like the scent's citrus trails.

Style & Aesthetic

They favor layered, eclectic looks-a vintage scarf, well-worn boots, a notebook peeking from a canvas bag. The orange blossom and carnation add a romantic touch, but their style refuses to be pinned down. Their home is a collage of souvenirs from places loved and left.

Philosophy & Values

They believe in the journey over the destination, the question over the answer. The spices and musk reflect their adaptability, thriving in the in-between. They value freedom above all, though sometimes at the cost of depth.

Relationships

They attract fellow dreamers but struggle with commitment. Romantic partners are swept up in their enthusiasm but may tire of their unpredictability. Their friendships are wide-ranging, built on shared moments rather than years.

Lifestyle

Their days are unscripted-morning coffee in a new neighborhood, an impromptu train ticket. The scent clings to their scarf, a fleeting reminder of yesterday's adventure. They might journal or sketch, capturing fragments before moving on.

Shadow

Their independence can become rootlessness, and their charm may mask a fear of staying. The bitter absinthe risks tipping into melancholy, a sense of being perpetually untethered. They must learn that some wings need a place to land.

Conclusion

Winged Heart is a fragrance for those who find home in motion, for whom the next bend in the road is the only compass. It is the scent of a sun-warmed train platform, of a letter begun but never finished. For the Wanderer, the sky is always calling.