Eau de Parfum
Created in 2023

Sodade Água De Cabo Verde

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2023
Moderate
Sillage
Good
Longevity
Summer
Best Season
Casual
Best For

Fragrance Story

Sodade by Água de Cabo Verde is a fragrance for women and men. This is a new fragrance. Sodade was launched in 2023. The nose behind this fragrance is Cristian Calabro. Top notes are Nashi Pear, Bergamot and Pink Pepper; middle notes are Jasmine, Magnolia, Rose and Jacaranda; base notes are Musk, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Vetiver, Sandalwood and Amber.

Composition Profile

musky 100%
fruity 85%
floral 70%
citrus 60%
aquatic 50%
white floral 40%
rose 35%
powdery 30%

About the Perfumer

Painting That Reflects Sodade Água De Cabo Verde

The Demon Seated by Mikhail Vrubel

The Demon Seated by Mikhail Vrubel, 1890

This evocative painting captures the complex, mysterious aura of the fragrance. The rich textures and contemplative mood mirror the fragrance's depth and striking presence, while the bold use of color reflects its distinctive character.

Classic Song That Matches Sodade Água De Cabo Verde

Song album cover

"Rhapsody in Blue" by George Gershwin, 1924

Like Sodade Água De Cabo Verde, Gershwin's masterpiece seamlessly blends contrasting elements into a harmonious whole. The composition's elegant transitions between dynamic and serene passages mirror the fragrance's evolution on skin. Just as this scent brings together traditional and modern elements, "Rhapsody in Blue" merges classical structure with jazz improvisation, creating something sophisticated yet accessible—an auditory parallel to this fragrance's olfactory journey.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

The first impression, lasting 15-30 minutes

Nashi Pear
Bergamot
Pink Pepper

Heart Notes

The core character, lasting 2-4 hours

Jasmine
Magnolia
Rose
Jacaranda

Base Notes

The lasting impression, 4+ hours

Musk
Vanilla
Tonka Bean
Vetiver
Sandalwood
Amber
Unique Character

Sodade Água De Cabo Verde by Água de Cabo Verde offers a distinctive olfactory experience that stands out from other fragrances in its category.

Artisanal Creation

Crafted with the finest ingredients and a blend of traditional and modern perfumery techniques, this fragrance represents the pinnacle of the perfumer's art.

Signature Style

Sodade Água De Cabo Verde embodies the distinctive style of Água de Cabo Verde while adding a unique chapter to their fragrance portfolio.

Character Profile

Sodade Água De Cabo Verde is Ideal For

The Wanderer: A Soul Between Shores

The Archetype: The Seeker

The person who cherishes Sodade Água De Cabo Verde is, at their core, a Seeker—an archetype defined by restlessness, curiosity, and an insatiable hunger for meaning. This fragrance, with its oceanic depth, salt-kissed warmth, and whispers of distant lands, mirrors their soul: always moving, always longing, never fully at home. The Seeker thrives on transformation, on the tension between departure and return, between memory and possibility. They are not content with stagnation; they must wander, if not in body, then in mind.

The Essence of Their Being

Their philosophy is one of fluidity—they see life as an ever-shifting tide, where permanence is an illusion and change is the only truth. They are drawn to the liminal, the in-between: shorelines, dusk, train stations, the space between waking and dreaming. Nostalgia is their companion, but not the kind that paralyzes; theirs is a bittersweet remembrance that fuels forward motion.

Their tastes reflect this duality. They prefer raw, unpolished beauty—a weathered book, a faded postcard, the sound of waves on rocks. Their style is effortlessly layered, blending textures and cultures, as if each piece tells a fragment of a journey. They might wear linen that wrinkles like well-traveled maps, or jewelry made from sea glass, carrying the echo of distant waters.

The Light: Strengths and Virtues

They possess an uncommon depth of perception, sensing the unseen threads that connect people and places. Their empathy is vast, shaped by their own transient nature—they understand impermanence, and thus, they cherish fleeting moments with rare intensity. They are adaptable, slipping into new environments with ease, absorbing languages, customs, and stories like a second skin.

In relationships, they are captivating but elusive, drawing others in with their quiet magnetism. They love deeply but often from a distance, as if afraid that staying too long will dull the brilliance of connection. Their conversations are laced with wanderlust—they speak of faraway cities, forgotten myths, the scent of rain on foreign soil.

The Shadow: Flaws and Struggles

Yet, the Seeker’s strength is also their weakness. Their restlessness can become escapism, a refusal to commit—to places, to people, to themselves. They may romanticize the unknown to the point where nothing real can satisfy them, always chasing an idealized "elsewhere." This can leave them rootless, adrift in their own life, never fully present.

Their nostalgia, while beautiful, can also be a trap, a way of avoiding the present by retreating into memory. They may struggle with intimacy, fearing that to be truly known is to be anchored—and anchors, to them, feel like chains. At their worst, they become spectators of their own existence, always observing, never fully inhabiting.

A Life in Motion

Their lifestyle is one of controlled impermanence. They may live in a city but keep a suitcase half-packed, or they may settle in one place but fill their home with artifacts of other worlds—sands from deserts, spices from markets, records of music they don’t fully understand but feel in their bones. They work in professions that allow movement—writers, photographers, sailors, anthropologists—or they carve out quiet rebellions in ordinary lives, finding escape in books, art, or midnight walks.

The Eternal Return

In the end, the lover of Sodade Água De Cabo Verde is neither here nor there—they are in the crossing. They understand that longing is not a flaw but a condition of being alive. Their challenge is not to outrun their nature but to embrace the tension, to find stillness in motion, and perhaps, one day, to realize that home is not a place but a way of seeing.

They are the Seeker, forever caught between the horizon and the shore.

Pros

  • Exceptional longevity that lasts throughout the day
  • Complex evolution offers a rewarding sensory journey
  • Versatile enough for various occasions and seasons
  • Unique composition stands out from mainstream fragrances
  • High-quality ingredients ensure a premium experience

Cons

  • May be too intense for casual everyday wear
  • Higher price point reflects premium positioning
  • Bold projection might be overwhelming in close quarters
  • Certain notes may polarize some noses
  • Not ideal for those who prefer subtle, skin-close scents

Fictional Characters Who Would Wear This

👔

Harvey Specter

from "Suits"

Confident, polished, and always in control – this scent matches his sophisticated persona.

🕶️

James Bond

from "007 Series"

Elegant yet dangerous, with a complex character that unfolds over time, just like the fragrance.

👑

Daenerys Targaryen

from "Game of Thrones"

Commands attention with a powerful presence that balances fiery intensity and regal grace.

🧠

Sherlock Holmes

from "Sherlock Holmes"

Appreciates complexity and nuance, with a distinctive signature that's easily recognized.

💼

Miranda Priestly

from "The Devil Wears Prada"

Exudes authority and refined taste, with an unapologetic boldness that demands respect.