My Past Selves' Flowers Toskovat'

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2023
Strong
Sillage
Very Good
Longevity
Spring
Best Season
Special Occasion
Best For

Fragrance Story

My Past Selves' Flowers by Toskovat' is a Floral Green fragrance for women and men. This is a new fragrance. My Past Selves' Flowers was launched in 2023. The nose behind this fragrance is David-Lev Jipa-Slivinschi. Top notes are White Tobacco, Genmaicha, Mangosteen, Tea, Ginseng, Grape Seed, Tropical Fruits and Bromelia; middle notes are Opium, Olive Leaf, Tea, Orchid, Peony, Nettle and Rhododendron; base notes are Nag Champa, Incense, Hinoki incense, Dragon Blood Resin, Resin, Oud and Labdanum.

Composition Profile

floral 100%
green 85%
sweet 70%
balsamic 60%
woody 50%
tropical 40%
amber 35%
white floral 30%
aromatic 25%
fresh 20%

About the Perfumer

David-Lev Jipa-Slivinschi

David-Lev Jipa-Slivinschi

David-Lev Jipa-Slivinschi is a perfumer whose work appears under Adi Ale Van, Ataraxia Perfumery, and Caeleste Parfums. His catalog includes Gethsemane - Elixir Of Faith, Grapa R Fume 1 and 2, and Amaretto Jazz In The Melting Room. Jipa-Slivinschi’s style is eclectic, often exploring gourmand, smoky, and spiritual themes.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

White Tobacco White Tobacco
Genmaicha Genmaicha
Mangosteen Mangosteen
Tea Tea
Ginseng Ginseng
Grape Seed Grape Seed
Tropical Fruits Tropical Fruits
Bromelia Bromelia

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Opium Opium
Olive Leaf Olive Leaf
Tea Tea
Orchid Orchid
Peony Peony
Nettle Nettle
Rhododendron Rhododendron

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Nag Champa Nag Champa
Incense Incense
Hinoki incense Hinoki incense
Dragon Blood Resin Dragon Blood Resin
Resin Resin
Oud Oud
Labdanum Labdanum
Unique Character

My Past Selves' Flowers Toskovat' by Toskovat' 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

My Past Selves' Flowers Toskovat' embodies the distinctive style of Toskovat' while adding a unique chapter to their fragrance portfolio.

Character Profile

The Wanderer Archetype: Portrait of My Past Selves' Flowers Toskovat'

Essence

The Wanderer archetype is a seeker of experiences, moving through life with an open heart and a restless spirit. My Past Selves' Flowers captures this essence with its lush, green opening of white tobacco and genmaicha tea, a journey through memory and place. The heart of opium, orchid, and nettle speaks to the beauty and pain of past lives, while the base of nag champa and dragon blood resin grounds the wanderer in the present. It is a scent of nostalgia and discovery, a map of the soul's travels.

Style & Aesthetic

The Wanderer's style is eclectic and practical, blending bohemian layers with functional gear. They favor natural fabrics-linen, cotton, and wool-in earthy tones like olive, rust, and cream. Their wardrobe is a collection of souvenirs: a scarf from Marrakech, a hat from Kyoto, boots worn on countless trails. They carry a well-worn journal and a camera, always ready to capture a moment. The scent of mangosteen and tropical fruits clings to their skin, a reminder of distant shores.

Philosophy & Values

The Wanderer values freedom, authenticity, and the richness of experience. They believe that life is a journey, not a destination, and that every encounter holds a lesson. Their philosophy is rooted in curiosity and openness, embracing the unknown with trust. They seek to understand different cultures, perspectives, and ways of being. The notes of ginseng and grape seed represent the vitality they draw from the world, while hinoki incense and oud ground them in the wisdom of ancient forests.

Relationships

The Wanderer forms connections that are deep but transient, cherishing each meeting as a gift. They are generous listeners, drawn to stories and the people who tell them. Romantic relationships are passionate and adventurous, but they may struggle with commitment, always feeling the pull of the road. Friendships are global, maintained through letters and chance reunions. The scent of olive leaf and peony in the heart notes speaks to a tender, blooming heart that opens fully in each new encounter.

Lifestyle

Their life is a series of journeys, both outer and inner. They travel light, with a backpack of essentials and a heart full of curiosity. Mornings are for exploring new streets or meditating in a quiet garden; evenings for writing in a cafe or sharing stories with strangers. They are drawn to nature, finding solace in mountains, forests, and oceans. Their home is a base camp, filled with artifacts and photographs that tell the story of their travels. The fragrance of My Past Selves' Flowers is their constant companion, a scent of home and horizon.

Shadow

The Wanderer's shadow is the risk of rootlessness and avoidance. They may use travel to escape intimacy or responsibility, always moving before they can be truly seen. The sweet, tropical notes can become cloying, representing a desire to stay in the honeymoon phase of experience. They might neglect the work of building a stable life, mistaking movement for growth. The dragon blood resin warns of a fiery restlessness that can burn bridges, leaving a trail of unfinished relationships.

Conclusion

My Past Selves' Flowers is the scent of the Wanderer who honors every version of themselves, past and present. It is a fragrance of green and floral complexity, a blend of memory and possibility. For those who wear it, it is a passport to the soul's journey, a reminder that every step is a flower blooming in the garden of experience.