№ 2 Switch Perfumes

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2015

At a glance

Is № 2 Switch Perfumes worth trying?

№ 2 by SWITCH Perfumes is a Aromatic Aquatic fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Casual, Office wear in Spring, Summer
Performance feel
Good longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile
woody, aromatic, green with Cassis, Oakmoss, Labdanum

The first impression

№ 2 by SWITCH Perfumes is a Aromatic Aquatic fragrance for women and men. № 2 was launched in 2015. The nose behind this fragrance is Anna Zworykina.

What shapes the scent

woody 100%
aromatic 85%
green 70%
amber 60%
earthy 50%
mossy 40%
fruity 35%
soft spicy 30%
white floral 25%
fresh 20%

The perfumer behind it

Anna Zworykina

Anna Zworykina

Anna Zworykina is an independent Russian perfumer known for her conceptual, narrative-driven approach to fragrance. Her style often blends stark contrasts, pairing dark, smoky, or bitter notes with unexpected brightness, as seen in creations like Black Stone and Bitter Glass. She draws inspiration from literature, memory, and nature, crafting scents such as Apple Orchard and A Ghost House that evoke specific atmospheres and emotions.

Notes pyramid

All Notes

Complete scent profile

Cassis Cassis
Oakmoss Oakmoss
Labdanum Labdanum
Violet Leaf Violet Leaf
Petitgrain Petitgrain
Jasmine Sambac Jasmine Sambac
Damask Rose Damask Rose
Lavender Lavender
Palisander Rosewood Palisander Rosewood

The mood it creates

The Wanderer Archetype: Portrait of № 2 Switch Perfumes

Essence

The Wanderer is forever in motion, and № 2’s green, woody freshness captures this restless spirit. This fragrance is for those who find home in transience, who thrive in the space between departure and arrival. Its cassis and oakmoss top notes evoke dew-drenched mornings, while the lavender and rosewood base suggests a quiet, enduring resilience.

№ 2 is not a scent for settling. It is light but persistent, much like the Wanderer who moves through life with a gentle but unshakable independence.

Style & Aesthetic

They favor layered, adaptable clothing-linen shirts, lightweight scarves, boots made for walking. Their aesthetic is effortless but considered, with a preference for neutral tones and natural fabrics that age gracefully. The Wanderer’s wardrobe mirrors № 2’s earthy elegance, its balance of freshness and depth.

Their spaces are transient but personal: a rented room with a few cherished books, a backpack always half-packed, a single vase of wildflowers on the windowsill.

Philosophy & Values

They believe in the wisdom of the road. For the Wanderer, every encounter is a lesson, every landscape a teacher. № 2’s aromatic greenness reflects their love for the unplanned, their trust in the journey over the destination.

Freedom is their mantra, but not the reckless kind. Theirs is a freedom tempered by mindfulness, by the knowledge that every step leaves a trace.

Relationships

They attract fellow nomads, though their connections are often fleeting. Romantic partners must understand their need for space, their reluctance to be tied down. Friendships are built on shared moments, often brief but deeply felt.

Yet they carry people with them, in memories and postcards sent from afar. The Wanderer may not stay, but they rarely forget.

Lifestyle

Their days are unstructured but full. They might work seasonally-harvesting grapes, teaching English abroad-or in a field that allows movement, like photography or environmental activism. Even in cities, they seek out parks and riverbanks, places where nature still breathes.

Weekends are for wandering, whether to a nearby forest or a train station with no particular destination in mind.

Shadow

Their independence can sometimes border on detachment. The Wanderer risks becoming a perpetual outsider, never allowing themselves to be truly known. № 2’s fleeting freshness is a reminder that some roots are worth growing, even if they’re portable.

They may also struggle with commitment, mistaking it for confinement rather than a different kind of freedom.

Conclusion

№ 2 is the scent of open skies and untrodden paths, a tribute to the Wanderer’s quiet courage. It carries the crispness of violet leaf and the warmth of labdanum, the duality of a life lived lightly but deeply. To wear it is to embrace the unknown, to trust that the next bend in the road holds something worth finding.