Matilija Poppy There/then by There/Then

Matilija Poppy There/then

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2022

At a glance

Is Matilija Poppy There/then worth trying?

Matilija Poppy by There/Then is a Floral Fruity fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Casual, Office wear in Spring, Summer
Performance feel
Moderate longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile
woody, citrus, fresh spicy with Blood Orange, Raspberry, Bergamot
woody citrus fresh spicy

The first impression

Matilija Poppy by There/Then is a Floral Fruity fragrance for women and men. Matilija Poppy was launched in 2022. The nose behind this fragrance is Serena Rivera.

What shapes the scent

woody 100%
citrus 85%
fresh spicy 70%
floral 60%
fresh 50%
sweet 40%
green 35%
aromatic 30%
fruity 25%
amber 20%

The perfumer behind it

Serena Rivera

Serena Rivera

Serena Rivera is a perfumer who has created fragrances for the There/Then brand, including Califerne, Hummingbird Sage, and Ironwood. Her work often draws inspiration from natural landscapes and botanical elements. Rivera's scents are noted for their evocative and earthy qualities.

Notes pyramid

All Notes

Complete scent profile

Blood Orange Blood Orange
Raspberry Raspberry
Bergamot Bergamot
Juniper Juniper
Papyrus Papyrus
Peony Peony
Amber Amber
Poppy Poppy
Lily Lily
Milk Milk
Ivy Ivy
Smoke Smoke

The mood it creates

The Innocent Archetype: Portrait of Matilija Poppy There/then

Essence

The Innocent archetype embodies optimism, spontaneity, and an almost childlike wonder at the world’s beauty. Matilija Poppy captures this with its bright citrus top notes and playful fruity-floral heart - a fragrance that feels like sunlight filtering through leaves. It’s for those who find magic in everyday moments and trust in life’s inherent goodness.

Style & Aesthetic

They gravitate toward breezy linen dresses, well-worn sneakers, and unstructured silhouettes in soft hues. Their style is effortlessly put together, much like this scent’s deceptively simple blend of blood orange and poppy. A single wildflower tucked behind an ear or a handmade ceramic necklace completes their look.

Philosophy & Values

They believe the world is fundamentally kind, and that joy is found in small pleasures: a perfect raspberry, the sound of birds at dawn. Matilija Poppy’s green-woody drydown reflects their connection to nature and their conviction that simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.

Relationships

Their friendships are easygoing and plentiful; they’re the one who remembers birthdays with handwritten notes. Romantic partners cherish their ability to find delight in ordinary days. The scent’s moderate sillage mirrors their preference for gentle presence over dramatic gestures.

Lifestyle

Picnics trump fine dining, local bookshops over trendy clubs. They might keep a sketchbook of pressed flowers or start their day with herbal tea on a sunlit porch. The fragrance’s fresh citrus opening reflects their morning routines - uncomplicated but deeply satisfying.

Shadow

Their optimism can sometimes veer into naivete; their trust makes them vulnerable to disappointment. The shadow Innocent might use this scent’s cheerful facade to avoid confronting life’s darker complexities.

Conclusion

Matilija Poppy is liquid sunlight in a bottle - a reminder that happiness often wears humble clothes. It perfectly captures the Innocent’s gift: the ability to transform an ordinary afternoon into something luminous.

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