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Oil-based perfume
Blooddrop Lyra
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Blooddrop Lyra — a sweet fougère fantasy
Blooddrop Lyra is an oil-based fragrance for women and men, released in 2011.
The fragrance was created by Blooddrop, an American brand founded in 2006 by artist and perfumer Astrid Favro-Heald Weinstock.
In the brand's philosophy, perfumery becomes an extension of the imagination, and Lyra fits this creative approach perfectly.
In character, the composition combines sweet, fruity, aromatic, fizzy-drink and woody nuances.
This is a unisex fragrance with a pronounced, very powerful sillage, making it especially appealing to those who enjoy noticeable and memorable perfume trails.
The fragrance's character and scent profile
At the heart of the impression are a juicy apricot note, the airy sweetness of cotton candy and the sparkling nuance of ginger ale.
This combination creates a contrast between fruity softness and invigorating spicy, carbonated freshness, while palmarosa adds a light aromatic touch to the composition.
As the fragrance develops, its sweet side gains a deeper woody-earthy backdrop thanks to patchouli.
As a result, Blooddrop Lyra comes across not as a simple dessert fragrance, but as a multilayered fantasy with a playful opening and a rich development.
Blooddrop Lyra: fragrance pyramid and notes
The database does not distinguish separate top, middle and base notes for this release, so the composition is best considered as a unified combination of accords.
The listed notes are apricot, cotton candy, ginger ale, palmarosa and patchouli. Together, they create a sweet fougère profile with fruity, fizzy-drink and woody facets.
Sillage, application and occasions
Blooddrop Lyra is described as having very powerful sillage: the oil-based formula develops close to the skin while still being able to remain noticeable in the surrounding space.
No precise recommended amount for application to skin or clothing is specified, so it is sensible to start with a minimal amount and gradually increase the intensity if needed.
The fragrance is well suited to cooler weather, evening outings and occasions where a bold scent is appropriate.
It can also be worn during the day if applied especially lightly: the sweet and fruity accords will come across more softly, while patchouli will add depth to the overall impression.
Blooddrop Lyra's place in the Blooddrop world
Lyra reflects Blooddrop's characteristic fondness for unusual imagery and emotional contrasts.
There is no information about a specific perfumer, collection or other concentrations of the fragrance, so its individuality is best revealed through the formula itself: a combination of apricot, cotton candy, ginger ale, palmarosa and patchouli.
Those looking for a similar direction to explore next may want to consider Avon Avon Frozen II.
However, Blooddrop Lyra stands out for its oil-based concentration, very powerful sillage and unusual combination of fruity sweetness, fizzy-drink sparkle and patchouli depth.
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