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Eau de parfum
Estevia Parfum Cabiri
Gender:
Male
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Estevia Parfum Cabiri — fragrance character
Estevia Parfum Cabiri is a men's eau de parfum released in 2014 by the American niche house Estevia Parfum.
The fragrance belongs to the Exclusive Collection and combines citrus freshness, cool greenery, spicy accents and a deep woody-balsamic base.
In olfactory terms, Cabiri belongs to the chypre, woody and floral fragrance families.
Light at the opening yet expressive and composed, it is a fragrance for the modern man who appreciates the energy of the big city, the pace of business and elegance without excessive formality.
Development and mood
The fragrance opens with a sparkling, cool accord: the citrus note quickly creates a sense of cleanliness, movement and fresh air.
It then becomes more textured — mint adds coolness, ginger brings a dry spiciness, while jasmine softens the transition and lends the heart a gentle floral roundness.
In the base, Cabiri takes on a darker, more confident character.
Frankincense creates a smoky-balsamic nuance, patchouli adds warm spicy depth, while vetiver brings a dry, damp-earthy woodiness.
As a result, the fragrance does not remain simply a fresh citrus perfume but gradually reveals a mature, charismatic character.
Longevity, sillage and wearability
Cabiri is described as having very strong sillage, so the composition is noticeable in its surroundings and well suited to those who enjoy a bold presence.
When first getting acquainted with the fragrance, it is best to start with a small number of sprays and observe how it develops on the skin: the rich base may sound especially compelling several hours after application.
The fragrance is suitable for the office, a business meeting, an evening event or a walk in cool weather.
The citrus-and-mint opening makes it appealing for spring and autumn, while the frankincense-woody base also allows the eau de parfum to be worn in winter.
No precise application guidelines for skin or clothing are provided, so the intensity should be adjusted individually.
Its place in the Estevia Parfum style
Estevia Parfum is known for its niche approach, combining American modernity with an Eastern atmosphere and a fondness for rich compositions.
Cabiri reflects this idea well: it combines transparent citrus freshness with spices, frankincense and woody nuances, creating a fragrance with a striking contrast between its bright opening and deep base.
The perfumer behind Cabiri is not specified in the available information.
Other concentrations of this composition have not been announced either, so the release should be considered specifically as an independent eau de parfum with pronounced sillage and a distinctive woody-chypre profile.
Similar fragrances
If you enjoy fresh men's compositions with citrus, woody and spicy nuances, you may want to explore Chanel Bleu de Chanel.
However, Cabiri has a more niche, contrasting character: its cool opening moves noticeably faster into a smoky-balsamic, earthy-woody base.
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