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Oil-based perfume
Blooddrop Cellar Spider
Gender:
Female
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
The Character and History of the Fragrance
Blooddrop Cellar Spider is a women's oil perfume released in 2017 by the American brand Blooddrop.
This fragrance is for those who enjoy unusual compositions with a fruity-floral character, a soft gourmand depth, and a distinctive personality.
Its name evokes the atmosphere of a mysterious garden, where dark berries, flowers, and sweet nuances come together in an imaginative olfactory story.
Blooddrop was launched in the United States in 2006 and reflects the creative vision of its founder, artist and perfumer Astrid Favro-Khild Weinstock.
In the brand's aesthetic, perfumery becomes an extension of the imagination, which is why Cellar Spider feels less like an impersonal everyday fragrance and more like a small olfactory story with its own stage design.
The release fits well with Blooddrop's signature approach, where mood, imagery, and emotional expressiveness are essential.
Olfactory Profile and Development
The composition is built around a combination of black elderberry, plum blossom, vanilla, violet, wisteria, and blackberry.
The result is a fruity-floral profile with a gourmand accent: berry nuances give the fragrance juiciness, flowers add softness and volume, while vanilla makes the scent rounder and more comforting.
Cellar Spider maintains a balance between dark fruity expressiveness and a delicate floral veil.
On the skin, the fragrance may come across as a rich berry-floral accord that gradually develops into a sweeter, softer scent.
Black elderberry and blackberry create a vivid fruity outline; plum blossom, violet, and wisteria support it with powdery floral nuances, while vanilla adds a warm, creamy quality to the composition.
The note pyramid is not divided into top, middle, and base notes in the database, so it is more accurate to describe Cellar Spider as a unified accord in which all the listed notes work together.
Longevity, Sillage, and Wearability
Cellar Spider is an oil perfume, and its stated sillage is very strong.
It is therefore best applied sparingly: the oil formula develops close to the skin while still being capable of leaving a noticeable, intense trail.
The database does not specify exact application recommendations for skin or clothing, so it is best to start with a minimal amount and assess the intensity on your own skin.
In terms of mood, it is an expressive choice for cooler seasons, evening outings, and occasions when you want to emphasize your individuality.
Its sweet berry and floral character will appeal to fans of unusual perfumery who prefer distinctive compositions to light aquatic or fresh citrus fragrances.
In warm weather, moderation is especially important, as the high stated intensity can quickly take center stage.
The Perfumer and Its Place in the Brand's Collection
Cellar Spider was created by Astrid Favro-Khild Weinstock, the founder of Blooddrop and a perfumer who combines artistic thinking with an interest in the emotional impact of scents.
Her approach is evident here as well: the composition is built not around familiar minimalist freshness, but around contrasts between dark berries, airy flowers, and sweet vanilla.
As a result, the fragrance smells fantastical, rich, and slightly mysterious.
The database contains no information about Cellar Spider belonging to a specific collection or about other concentrations of this release.
The fragrance belongs to the floral family and combines floral, fruity, and gourmand notes.
Among fragrances with a similar overall mood, you may want to consider Gucci Gucci Eau De Parfum II. However, Cellar Spider stands out with its more artistic presentation, oil concentration, and very strong sillage.
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