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Eau de parfum
L'Unperfect Midsummer Dream
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Fragrance Character
L'Unperfect Midsummer Dream is a unisex fragrance released in 2024 by the Portuguese brand L'Unperfect.
This eau de parfum has a distinctive green-woody character, in which the freshness of citrus and herbs gradually meets floral softness, mossy depth and a leather accord.
The fragrance was created for those who enjoy more than simple light freshness: it is a composition with a noticeable temperament and a beautiful evolution on the skin.
Its mood evokes a summer garden at the height of the day: cool green leaves, sunlit air, flowers and warm wood hidden in the shade.
Olfactory Pyramid and Development
Midsummer Dream opens with an energetic, transparent impression created by the citrus combination of bergamot and lemon, complemented by spicy-green basil.
At the heart of the composition, iris, lavender, mint, rose and violet emerge, forming a cool, slightly powdery yet lively floral accord.
As the fragrance develops, its fresh facets become calmer, giving way to dry greenery, soft earthiness and refined woody notes.
The dry-down is built around a leather accord, oakmoss, patchouli, sandalwood, vetiver, woody nuances and musk, resulting in a dense, textured and highly noticeable trail.
Who It Suits and When to Wear It
L'Unperfect Midsummer Dream was designed as a fragrance without strict gender boundaries.
On one person's skin it may unfold as fresh and herbal; on another, it may become more floral, dry or woody-leathery, while retaining its distinctive cool energy.
Despite its summery name, the composition is not limited to the hot season.
The citrus-green opening is especially fitting for spring and summer, while the mossy-woody base also makes the fragrance suitable for early autumn.
It is a good choice for walks, trips, creative gatherings and situations when you want to leave a noticeable yet intellectual impression.
Sillage and Application
According to the brand's description and available database information, the fragrance has very strong sillage.
This is not an intimate composition that stays only within your personal space: Midsummer Dream can noticeably accompany the wearer and reveal its base throughout the day.
No precise recommendations for the number of sprays on skin or clothing have been provided.
Given its powerful sillage, it is best to start with a small number of sprays, especially indoors, and then find a comfortable dosage based on your skin and the weather.
Perfumer and Brand Style
The fragrance was created by Miguel Matos.
In his work, fresh herbs and citrus do not turn into a simple aquatic accord. Instead, they serve as an entrance to a more complex story in which flowers, moss, leather and wood gradually intensify the fragrance's depth.
Midsummer Dream reflects L'Unperfect's approach well: it is a Portuguese brand that releases unisex fragrances in eau de parfum concentration.
This release stands out among light summer compositions for its richness and the contrast between its radiant opening and dark, confident base.
Similar Fragrances
For comparison, consider Guy Laroche Fidji, Nina Ricci Nina and Dior Eau Sauvage.
They share an interest in fresh, green, floral or woody nuances, but L'Unperfect Midsummer Dream stands out with its particularly strong sillage and leather-moss depth in the dry-down.
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