Retrospect Merit

For Women
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2024

At a glance

Is Retrospect Merit worth trying?

Retrospect by Merit is a Floral Fruity Gourmand fragrance for women.

Best match
Casual, Office wear in Spring, Summer
Performance feel
Moderate longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile
musky, powdery, iris with Pear, Ambrette, Aldehydes

The first impression

Retrospect by Merit is a Floral Fruity Gourmand fragrance for women. This is a new fragrance. Retrospect was launched in 2024. The nose behind this fragrance is Fanny Bal. Top notes are Pear, Ambrette, Aldehydes and Bergamot; middle notes are Orris, Jasmine, Violet, Rose and Rosemary; base notes are Musk, Moss and Vanilla.

What shapes the scent

musky 100%
powdery 85%
iris 70%
floral 60%
fresh 50%
fruity 40%
white floral 35%
sweet 30%
earthy 25%
aldehydic 20%

The perfumer behind it

Fanny Bal

Fanny Bal

Fanny Bal is a perfumer who has contributed to multiple brands, including 4711 and Al-Jazeera Perfumes. For 4711, she created Acqua Colonia Intense Pure Breeze Of Himalaya and Peony & Sandalwood. For Al-Jazeera Perfumes, she composed 97 Élysées, Carnaval, Coup Du Monde, Damascus Musk, London, and Marbella, showcasing her ability to craft both fresh and opulent scents.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Pear Pear
Ambrette Ambrette
Aldehydes Aldehydes
Bergamot Bergamot

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Orris Orris
Jasmine Jasmine
Violet Violet
Rose Rose
Rosemary Rosemary

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Musk Musk
Moss Moss
Vanilla Vanilla

The mood it creates

The Creator Archetype: Portrait of Retrospect Merit

Essence

Retrospect Merit embodies the Creator archetype, a visionary who weaves nostalgia and innovation into something entirely new. The fragrance's interplay of pear and aldehydes with powdery iris and vanilla suggests a mind that honors tradition while reinventing it. Like the Creator, this scent is both reflective and forward-thinking, blending familiar comforts with unexpected twists.

Style & Aesthetic

They favor minimalist elegance with a touch of whimsy-think tailored linen dresses paired with vintage jewelry. Their aesthetic is clean yet textured, mirroring the fragrance's balance of fresh bergamot and earthy moss. Every detail is intentional, from the way they layer scents to the curated simplicity of their workspace.

Philosophy & Values

They believe in the alchemy of everyday moments, turning the mundane into art. The vanilla-musk base grounds their idealism, while the floral heart reflects a commitment to beauty as a form of quiet rebellion. For them, creation is an act of tenderness.

Relationships

They attract kindred spirits who appreciate depth beneath surface charm. Romantic partners are drawn to their ability to make ordinary days feel luminous, much like the fragrance's honeyed pear note. Friendships thrive on shared creative pursuits and late-night conversations.

Lifestyle

Mornings begin with ritual-steaming tea, a spritz of perfume, and pages of a journal filled with sketches. They work in bursts of inspiration, often in sunlit studios or cafés where the hum of life fuels their process. Evenings are for unwinding with vinyl records and herbal infusions.

Shadow

Their perfectionism can stifle spontaneity, just as the aldehydes risk overwhelming Retrospect's softer notes. They sometimes mistake reinvention for evasion, avoiding emotional depths by burying themselves in projects.

Conclusion

Retrospect Merit is a love letter to the Creator's duality: structured yet dreamy, polished yet intimate. It lingers like the memory of a half-finished poem-inviting you to imagine the rest.