Obscuro Santa Eulalia

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2014
Strong
Sillage
Very Good
Longevity
Fall, Winter
Best Season
Evening, Special Occasion
Best For

Fragrance Story

Obscuro by Santa Eulalia is a Oriental fragrance for women and men. Obscuro was launched in 2014. The nose behind this fragrance is Cyrill Rolland. Top notes are Saffron and Star Anise; middle notes are Lavender, Heliotrope and Orange Blossom; base notes are Amber, Frankincense and Caramel.

Composition Profile

amber 100%
warm spicy 85%
soft spicy 70%
anis 60%
metallic 50%
leather 40%
powdery 35%
tobacco 30%

About the Perfumer

Cyrill Rolland

Cyrill Rolland

Cyrill Rolland is a perfumer who has created fragrances for Blood Concept, including Ph Bright Oudh Blood Concept and Xl Oxygen Vert Blood Concept. He also worked with Brocard on scents like Eau De Cologne Ekstaz, Once Upon A Time Fortune Brocard, Perry Brocard, and Sea Sparkle Brocard. For By Corel Perfumes, he crafted Invisible Desire By Corel Perfumes and Sharing Concept By Corel Perfumes.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Saffron Saffron
Star Anise Star Anise

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Lavender Lavender
Heliotrope Heliotrope
Orange Blossom Orange Blossom

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Amber Amber
Frankincense Frankincense
Caramel Caramel
Unique Character

Obscuro Santa Eulalia by Santa Eulalia 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

Obscuro Santa Eulalia embodies the distinctive style of Santa Eulalia while adding a unique chapter to their fragrance portfolio.

Character Profile

The Mystic Archetype: Portrait of Obscuro Santa Eulalia

Essence

The Mystic is the seeker of the unseen, the one who walks between worlds. Obscuro embodies this archetype with its dark, complex, and hypnotic composition. The saffron and star anise are a sharp, almost metallic opening, like a key turning in a lock. The lavender, heliotrope, and orange blossom create a strange, ethereal heart, both floral and medicinal. The base of amber, frankincense, and caramel is a deep, smoky sweetness, like incense in a shadowy temple. It is a fragrance of ritual and revelation.

Style & Aesthetic

Their style is dark, layered, and deeply personal. They favor black, deep purples, and rich burgundies. Fabrics are heavy and textured: velvet, leather, and brocade. They wear jewelry that feels talismanic-rings with obscure symbols, pendants with stones. Their look is not for the faint of heart; it is a declaration of their inner world, a visible sign of their connection to the mysterious.

Philosophy & Values

They believe that reality is a veil, and that true knowledge lies beyond the surface. Their values include introspection, authenticity, and the pursuit of hidden truths. They are drawn to the esoteric, the occult, and the philosophical. They see life as a journey of initiation, where each challenge is a chance to shed an old skin and grow closer to the divine.

Relationships

They are a solitary soul, but not a lonely one. They value deep, meaningful connections over casual acquaintances. They are drawn to others who are also on a path of self-discovery, and their friendships are often forged in shared experiences of intensity and transformation. In romance, they seek a partner who can meet them in the shadows, who is not afraid of their depth or their darkness.

Lifestyle

Their life is structured around practices that connect them to the unseen: meditation, journaling, and walks in nature at twilight. They are drawn to old books, antique shops, and places with a sense of history. Their home is a sanctuary, filled with candles, crystals, and objects that hold personal meaning. They prefer the quiet of the night to the noise of the day.

Shadow

The Mystic's shadow is isolation and a tendency toward nihilism. They can become so lost in their inner world that they lose touch with the practical demands of life. Their pursuit of hidden truths can lead to a cynical detachment, a belief that nothing is real or meaningful. They may use their depth as a shield, avoiding the vulnerability of genuine connection.

Conclusion

Obscuro is the scent of a soul that has dared to look into the abyss and found not nothingness, but a strange and beautiful light. It is a fragrance for the one who knows that the deepest mysteries are not solved, but lived. It is a reminder that the path to the sacred often leads through the dark, and that the night holds its own kind of wisdom.