Secret Garden Companhia Da Terra

Fragrance Story

Secret Garden by Companhia da Terra is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. The nose behind this fragrance is Ricardo Penafiel Malta. Top note is Citruses; middle note is Floral Notes; base notes are Amber and Musk.

Composition Profile

amber 100%
citrus 85%
floral 70%
musky 60%
powdery 50%
fresh 40%
animalic 35%

About the Perfumer

Painting That Reflects Secret Garden Companhia Da Terra

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 Secret Garden Companhia Da Terra

Song album cover

"Rhapsody in Blue" by George Gershwin, 1924

Like Secret Garden Companhia Da Terra, 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

Citruses

Heart Notes

The core character, lasting 2-4 hours

Floral Notes

Base Notes

The lasting impression, 4+ hours

Amber
Musk
Unique Character

Secret Garden Companhia Da Terra by Companhia da Terra 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

Secret Garden Companhia Da Terra embodies the distinctive style of Companhia da Terra while adding a unique chapter to their fragrance portfolio.

Character Profile

Secret Garden Companhia Da Terra is Ideal For

The Enchantress in the Secret Garden

To wear Secret Garden by Companhia da Terra is to embrace the intoxicating dance between the wild and the cultivated—a fragrance that weaves together earthiness and floral elegance, suggesting a soul who thrives in the liminal spaces between instinct and refinement. This person is most closely aligned with the Enchantress archetype, a figure who wields subtle power through allure, wisdom, and an intuitive connection to nature’s hidden rhythms.

The Allure of the Enchantress

She is drawn to beauty, but not the kind that shouts for attention. Her tastes are layered, favoring the organic over the artificial—raw silk over polyester, hand-thrown pottery over mass-produced china. Her home is a sanctuary where dried herbs hang in bundles, where books on mythology and botany share shelf space with well-worn poetry collections. She might paint, write, or craft with her hands, not for fame but because creation is her way of conversing with the unseen.

Philosophically, she rejects rigid dogma, preferring instead a personal mysticism shaped by intuition. She believes in signs, synchronicities, the quiet whispers of the universe. Her values are rooted in authenticity—she despises pretense, yet understands the necessity of masks in a world that often fears raw truth. She is drawn to people who, like her, dwell in the margins: artists, seekers, those who have known solitude and emerged with deeper sight.

In relationships, she is magnetic but never easy. She does not give herself lightly; her trust is earned through shared silences, through the unspoken recognition of kindred spirits. Romantic partners must navigate her contradictions—her warmth and her withdrawal, her sensuality and her self-containment. She loves deeply but refuses to be possessed.

The Shadow of the Enchantress

Yet every enchantress risks becoming lost in her own labyrinth. Her intuition, so often her guide, can curdle into suspicion—she may see deception where none exists, withdrawing into isolation rather than risking betrayal. Her independence, while admirable, can harden into emotional detachment, leaving others feeling shut out.

There is also the danger of enchantment turning inward, becoming self-absorption. She may grow too enamored with her own mystique, mistaking aesthetic depth for true wisdom. At her worst, she wields her allure as a weapon, drawing people in only to test their loyalty, setting traps of emotional alchemy to see who will stay.

A Life Between Worlds

She is not entirely at home in modernity. The rush of cities exhausts her; she thrives in places where time moves slower—forest edges, coastal towns, old neighborhoods where ivy climbs brick walls. Yet she is no hermit. She understands the power of presence, of being fully in the world while never fully of it.

Her greatest strength is her ability to transform the mundane into the magical—to turn an ordinary evening into something luminous with nothing but candlelight, music, and the right words. Her greatest weakness is her reluctance to be truly known, to let others see the vulnerability beneath the enchantment.

But if she learns to balance her gifts—to wield her power without retreating into secrecy, to trust as deeply as she intuits—she becomes not just a keeper of mysteries, but a guide for those seeking their own hidden gardens.

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.

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Miranda Priestly

from "The Devil Wears Prada"

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