23 Janvier 1984 Pozzo Di Borgo

For Women
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2013

At a glance

Is 23 Janvier 1984 Pozzo Di Borgo worth trying?

23 Janvier 1984 by Pozzo di Borgo is a Citrus Aromatic fragrance for women.

Best match
Casual wear in Spring
Performance feel
Moderate longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile
aromatic, citrus, warm spicy with Cardamom, Bergamot, Petitgrain Paraguay

The first impression

23 Janvier 1984 by Pozzo di Borgo is a Citrus Aromatic fragrance for women. 23 Janvier 1984 was launched in 2013. The nose behind this fragrance is Violaine Collas. Top notes are Cardamom, Bergamot, Petitgrain Paraguay and Italian Lemon; middle notes are Fig, Iris and Coriander; base notes are Siam Benzoin, Vetiver and Musk.

What shapes the scent

aromatic 100%
citrus 85%
warm spicy 70%
woody 60%
fresh spicy 50%
fruity 40%
green 35%
iris 30%
powdery 25%
earthy 20%

The perfumer behind it

Violaine Collas

Violaine Collas

Violaine Collas has created fragrances for several brands, including BDK Parfums' Crème De Cuir and Pas Ce Soir, as well as BORNTOSTANDOUT®'s Black Mango. She also composed scents for Comptoir Sud Pacifique, such as Epices Sultanes and Jasmin Poudre. Her portfolio showcases a talent for blending gourmand, floral, and spicy notes into sophisticated, wearable creations.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Cardamom Cardamom
Bergamot Bergamot
Petitgrain Paraguay Petitgrain Paraguay
Italian Lemon Italian Lemon

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Fig Fig
Iris Iris
Coriander Coriander

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Siam Benzoin Siam Benzoin
Vetiver Vetiver
Musk Musk

The mood it creates

The Explorer Archetype: Portrait of 23 Janvier 1984 Pozzo Di Borgo

Essence

The Explorer thrives on uncharted terrain, and 23 Janvier 1984 captures the zest of a journey begun at dawn. Cardamom and bergamot spark like sunlight on a compass needle, while fig and iris suggest hidden oases. Vetiver and musk anchor the scent, as if recalling the weight of a well-worn satchel after miles of wandering.

Style & Aesthetic

Their wardrobe is practical yet poetic: a linen shirt rolled to the elbows, boots scuffed from cobblestones, a scarf dyed with indigo. They favor neutral tones punctuated by unexpected vibrancy-a coral pocket square, a belt woven with metallic threads. Their aesthetic whispers of passports stamped and maps folded soft at the creases.

Philosophy & Values

They measure life in horizons, not hours. Routine is the enemy; serendipity, the muse. The fragrance’s citrus-aromatic brightness mirrors their belief that every detour holds meaning. They collect stories like others collect souvenirs, valuing the gritty over the glossy.

Relationships

They connect deeply but transiently, leaving traces of themselves in letters postmarked from distant cities. Lovers are drawn to their restlessness but may wilt under its pace. Their truest companions are fellow wanderers who understand that absence is just another form of presence.

Lifestyle

Mornings start with strong coffee and a notebook cracked open to a fresh page. They’re equally at home in a bustling souk or a quiet library corner. A ritual: pressing wildflowers between the pages of a novel bought in a language they barely speak.

Shadow

Their thirst for the new can become a refusal to settle-even when settling might mean growing roots. The coriander’s sharpness in the scent hints at a prickliness when cornered by commitments. Sometimes, they mistake motion for progress.

Conclusion

23 Janvier 1984 is the olfactory equivalent of a well-loved travel journal: citrus-stained, dog-eared, and humming with the promise of the next page. It doesn’t just evoke places-it evokes the act of seeking them.