08 Seylon Odin

Unisex

Eau de Parfum

Year: 2012

08 Seylon by Odin is a Aromatic Spicy fragrance for women and men.

Best match: Casual, Evening wear in Fall, Winter
Performance feel: Good longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile: citrus, aromatic, fresh spicy with Bitter Orange, Yuzu, Bergamot

citrus aromatic fresh spicy

The first impression

08 Seylon by Odin is a Aromatic Spicy fragrance for women and men. 08 Seylon was launched in 2012. The nose behind this fragrance is Philippe Romano. Top notes are Bitter Orange, Yuzu and Bergamot; middle notes are Nutmeg, Elemi resin and Wormwood; base notes are Vetiver, Oakmoss and Benzoin.

What shapes the scent

citrus 100%

aromatic 85%

fresh spicy 70%

earthy 60%

woody 50%

mossy 40%

green 35%

amber 30%

The perfumer behind it

Philippe Romano

Philippe Romano is a perfumer whose portfolio includes mainstream and niche releases for Abercrombie & Fitch, Anna Sui, and Azzaro. He crafted the spicy First Instinct Extreme, the bohemian La Vie De Boheme, and the fresh Solarissimo Favignana. His work for Bon Parfumeur explores both green and gourmand accords, such as Granny Smith and praline-licorice blends.

Notes pyramid

Bitter Orange

Yuzu

Bergamot

Nutmeg

Elemi resin

Wormwood

Vetiver

Oakmoss

Benzoin

The mood it creates

At a glance

The Explorer archetype

Freedom, discovery, and restless curiosity

The Explorer thrives on discovery, drawn to uncharted territories and the thrill of the unfamiliar.
Style: They favor utilitarian elegance-waxed canvas jackets, well-worn leather boots, and minimalist accessories with a story.
Values: Curiosity is their compass.
Social life: They attract fellow adventurers but guard their solitude.

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The Explorer Archetype: Portrait of 08 Seylon Odin

Essence

The Explorer thrives on discovery, drawn to uncharted territories and the thrill of the unfamiliar. 08 Seylon Odin embodies this spirit with its bold blend of bitter citrus, earthy vetiver, and enigmatic wormwood. Like a traveler navigating dense forests and sun-dappled clearings, the fragrance shifts between bright freshness and deep, resinous mystery.

Style & Aesthetic

They favor utilitarian elegance-waxed canvas jackets, well-worn leather boots, and minimalist accessories with a story. Their aesthetic balances ruggedness and refinement, mirroring the scent’s contrast of zesty bergamot and smoky oakmoss. Neutral tones dominate, punctuated by the occasional pop of burnt orange or mossy green.

Philosophy & Values

Curiosity is their compass. They value self-reliance but cherish moments of shared wonder. The fragrance’s elemi resin-a material historically used in incense-hints at their reverence for tradition, even as they forge new paths.

Relationships

They attract fellow adventurers but guard their solitude. Romantic partners are drawn to their magnetic restlessness, though they may struggle to anchor them. Friendships are built on spontaneous road trips and late-night conversations under open skies.

Lifestyle

Their days are unscripted: a morning hike, an impromptu detour to a spice market, a quiet evening sketching landscapes. The scent’s nutmeg and benzoin evoke campfires and faraway bazaars-smells that linger in their well-stamped passport.

Shadow

Their hunger for novelty can become escapism. The wormwood’s bitterness whispers of isolation, a reminder that not all journeys need to be solitary.

Conclusion

08 Seylon Odin is a scent for those who measure life in horizons crossed. It’s the olfactory equivalent of a well-loved map-creased, annotated, and always ready for the next departure.

08 Seylon Odin

Is 08 Seylon Odin worth trying?

The first impression

What shapes the scent