Scent Of Fail Miguel Matos by Miguel Matos

Scent Of Fail Miguel Matos

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2019

At a glance

Is Scent Of Fail Miguel Matos worth trying?

Scent of Fail by Miguel Matos is a Chypre Floral fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Casual, Office wear in Spring, Summer
Performance feel
Moderate longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile
green, woody, floral with Green Notes, Citruses, Fruity Notes
green woody floral

The first impression

Scent of Fail by Miguel Matos is a Chypre Floral fragrance for women and men. Scent of Fail was launched in 2019. The nose behind this fragrance is Miguel Matos. Top notes are Green Notes, Citruses and Fruity Notes; middle notes are Narcissus, Floral Notes and Jasmine; base notes are Woody Notes, Animal notes and Oakmoss.

What shapes the scent

green 100%
woody 85%
floral 70%
animalic 60%
mossy 50%
citrus 40%
fruity 35%
yellow floral 30%
earthy 25%
white floral 20%

The perfumer behind it

Miguel Matos

Miguel Matos

Miguel Matos is a prolific perfumer with creations for A13, Astrophil & Stella, Azman, and Bruno Acampora, including Out In The Open, Sweet Pulp, Killer Vavoom, and multiple Citrea Prochyta and Freak Chic editions. His work often explores bold, avant-garde themes with rich and intense compositions. He is known for pushing boundaries in contemporary perfumery.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Green Notes Green Notes
Citruses Citruses
Fruity Notes Fruity Notes

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Narcissus Narcissus
Floral Notes Floral Notes
Jasmine Jasmine

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Woody Notes Woody Notes
Animal notes Animal notes
Oakmoss Oakmoss

The mood it creates

The Wanderer Archetype: Portrait of Scent Of Fail Miguel Matos

Essence

The Wanderer is a seeker of truths, drawn to the road less traveled. Scent of Fail mirrors this with its green notes and citrus brightness layered over animalic depths. Like the Wanderer, it refuses to settle, moving from fresh fruity top notes to earthy oakmoss with restless grace.

Style & Aesthetic

They prefer effortless, utilitarian elegance-linen shirts, well-worn boots, and a satchel filled with curiosities. Their aesthetic is unpolished yet intentional, much like the fragrance’s blend of narcissus and woody notes. Comfort is key, but never at the expense of character.

Philosophy & Values

Freedom is their mantra. They value authenticity over approval, embracing life’s stumbles (hence the name) as part of the journey. The floral heart of jasmine and narcissus speaks to their belief in fleeting beauty, while animalic base notes ground them in raw honesty.

Relationships

They form connections quickly but rarely linger, leaving traces of their presence like the moderate sillage of this scent. Romantic partners are drawn to their spontaneity, though few can keep pace. Friendships are built on shared adventures, not obligations.

Lifestyle

Their days are unstructured-a morning hike, an afternoon sketching in a café, an evening lost in conversation. The office-friendly citrus and green notes hint at adaptability, but their soul belongs to the open road.

Shadow

Their independence can tip into isolation, avoiding commitment like the Wanderer avoids maps. The risk is a life rich in experiences but poor in roots, always chasing the next horizon.

Conclusion

Scent of Fail is the Wanderer’s companion: a fragrance as mutable as their path, blending resilience and whimsy. It’s a reminder that failure, like oakmoss, adds depth to the story.

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