Capricho #bemyself O Boticário

For Women
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2017
Moderate
Sillage
Moderate
Longevity
Spring
Best Season
Casual
Best For

Fragrance Story

Capricho #BeMyself by O Boticário is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. Capricho #BeMyself was launched in 2017. The nose behind this fragrance is Christelle Laprade. Top notes are Mandarin Orange and Bergamot; middle notes are Jasmine, Violet, Lilac, Cyclamen and Rose; base notes are Coconut, Vanilla, Musk, Sandalwood and Cedar.

Composition Profile

vanilla 100%
coconut 85%
powdery 70%
sweet 60%
woody 50%
musky 40%
lactonic 35%
floral 30%
tropical 25%
citrus 20%

About the Perfumer

Christelle Laprade

Christelle Laprade

Christelle Laprade is a French perfumer who has worked for major brands like Avon, Banana Republic, and Christian Siriano. Her creations include Luiza Brunet Intensa, Wild Country, Midnight Hour, Monday Rose, Tuberose Overdose, Velvet Pomegranate, Bullet, and Silhouette. Her style ranges from fresh and floral to rich and fruity.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Mandarin Orange Mandarin Orange
Bergamot Bergamot

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Jasmine Jasmine
Violet Violet
Lilac Lilac
Cyclamen Cyclamen
Rose Rose

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Coconut Coconut
Vanilla Vanilla
Musk Musk
Sandalwood Sandalwood
Cedar Cedar

Character Profile

The Capricho Archetype: Portrait of Capricho #bemyself O Boticário

Essence

To wear Capricho #bemyself is to declare oneself unbound-not in the reckless abandon of youth, but in the deliberate embrace of authenticity. This fragrance, with its playful yet grounded blend of fruity florals and woody warmth, speaks of a soul who refuses to be confined by expectation. They are the Explorer, an archetype that thrives on curiosity, independence, and the relentless pursuit of self-expression.

Shadow

Yet, no archetype is without its darkness. The Explorer’s relentless pursuit of novelty can sometimes border on restlessness. They may struggle with commitment-not out of malice, but because the horizon always seems to whisper their name. Projects half-finished, relationships strained by their need for space, a lingering sense of dissatisfaction when life becomes too routine.

Their aversion to convention can also manifest as a subtle arrogance-a quiet belief that they are more awake than those who choose stability. They may dismiss tradition too quickly, mistaking depth for dullness. And in their quest for self-discovery, they sometimes forget that roots, too, can be a form of freedom.

What makes them compelling is the tension between their hunger for the new and their longing for meaning. They are not nomadic for the sake of motion; they seek something deeper, though they may not always name it. When balanced, they are the rare kind of person who can make a stranger feel seen, who turns ordinary moments into small adventures. When unbalanced, they risk becoming ghosts-always passing through, never staying long enough to be known.

Yet, even in their flaws, there is something vital. The world needs Explorers-those who remind us that life is not a script but a canvas, that identity is not a cage but a current. And in the scent of Capricho #bemyself, they find a fragrant echo of their creed: To be oneself is not a destination, but a journey.

Conclusion

This person moves through life with an air of lightness, as though the world is a vast terrain to be traversed, not conquered. Their tastes are eclectic-perhaps a bookshelf lined with travel memoirs, philosophy, and poetry, or a wardrobe that mixes vintage finds with modern minimalism. They favor textures that feel alive: flowing linen, soft denim, the occasional bold print that makes them smile. Their style is not about trends but about what resonates with their mood, their moment.

Philosophically, they reject dogma. They are drawn to thinkers who question-Nietzsche, Camus, perhaps even the playful irreverence of Alan Watts. They believe in the fluidity of identity, that a self is not fixed but forged through experience. Their mantra is simple: "I am becoming."