Eau de Parfum
Created in 2021

Yucatán Secret Comptoir Sud Pacifique

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2021
Moderate
Sillage
Good
Longevity
Summer
Best Season
Casual
Best For

Fragrance Story

Yucatán Secret by Comptoir Sud Pacifique is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for women and men. Yucatán Secret was launched in 2021. The nose behind this fragrance is Thomas Fontaine. Top notes are Watermelon and Bergamot; middle notes are Absinthe and Lavender; base notes are Sandalwood, Cashmere Wood and Amber.

Composition Profile

ozonic 100%
woody 85%
aquatic 70%
aromatic 60%
lavender 50%
amber 40%
citrus 35%
powdery 30%
fresh spicy 25%
bitter 20%

About the Perfumer

Painting That Reflects Yucatán Secret Comptoir Sud Pacifique

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 Yucatán Secret Comptoir Sud Pacifique

Song album cover

"Rhapsody in Blue" by George Gershwin, 1924

Like Yucatán Secret Comptoir Sud Pacifique, 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

Watermelon
Bergamot

Heart Notes

The core character, lasting 2-4 hours

Absinthe
Lavender

Base Notes

The lasting impression, 4+ hours

Sandalwood
Cashmere Wood
Amber
Unique Character

Yucatán Secret Comptoir Sud Pacifique by Comptoir Sud Pacifique 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

Yucatán Secret Comptoir Sud Pacifique embodies the distinctive style of Comptoir Sud Pacifique while adding a unique chapter to their fragrance portfolio.

Character Profile

Yucatán Secret Comptoir Sud Pacifique is Ideal For

The Wanderer: A Portrait of the Yucatán Secret Admirer

The Archetype: The Explorer

This person is most closely aligned with the Explorer archetype—a seeker of the unknown, driven by an insatiable curiosity and a refusal to be confined by convention. The Explorer thrives on novelty, drawn to the edges of experience where the familiar dissolves into mystery. Yucatán Secret, with its intoxicating blend of tropical fruits, vanilla, and smoky woods, mirrors their essence: a soul that is both sun-drenched and shadowed, sweet yet untamed.

They are not content with mere existence; they demand meaning—not in grand proclamations, but in the textures of life, the scent of salt on skin after a swim, the warmth of a foreign street at dusk. The fragrance is their silent manifesto: life must be tasted, devoured, not merely endured.

Tastes & Aesthetic: The Sensual Minimalist

Their style is a paradox—effortless yet deliberate, blending ruggedness with refinement. They favor linen shirts that wrinkle with movement, leather sandals worn thin by wandering, jewelry made by artisans in markets they can’t pronounce. Their home is sparse but meaningful: a seashell from Oaxaca, a well-thumbed copy of The Sheltering Sky, a single candle burning low.

Music is an extension of their soul—jazz that meanders like a river, Afrobeat that pulses with life, classical pieces that ache with longing. They drink mezcal, not for the burn, but for the way it carries the earth’s memory. Food is an adventure: street tacos at midnight, figs stolen from an orchard, bitter coffee in a tin cup at dawn.

Philosophy & Values: The Unwritten Path

They reject dogma but worship experience. Their creed is simple: To live is to be in motion. They distrust institutions, seeing them as cages for the spirit, yet they are not anarchists—they simply believe in the sovereignty of the individual journey.

Beneath their free-spirited exterior lies a quiet discipline. They do not run from commitment; they redefine it. Loyalty, for them, is not measured in years but in depth—a single conversation under the stars can bind them to someone forever. Their relationships are intense but transient, not from shallowness, but because they refuse to force what no longer fits.

Relationships: The Intimate Nomad

They love deeply but lightly, like a bird that alights on a branch before taking flight again. Partners are drawn to their magnetism—the way they listen as if the world could wait, the way their touch carries the weight of a thousand stories. But their shadow is their reluctance to root. They fear stagnation more than loneliness, and so they leave before they can be left.

Friendships with them are episodic but profound. They disappear for months, then return with a bottle of wine and tales of a Moroccan souk. Those who understand them do not demand permanence; they know the Explorer’s love is not in presence, but in the way they carry pieces of others with them across the world.

Lifestyle: The Art of Wandering

They do not travel to escape but to arrive—somewhere deeper within themselves. Their career is fluid: perhaps a photographer capturing vanishing cultures, a writer of obscure travel essays, a chef who never works the same kitchen twice. Stability is not their enemy, but routine is.

Money is a means, never an end. They spend lavishly on experiences, frugally on possessions. A single well-worn backpack holds their life, yet they are richer in memories than most are in things.

The Shadow: The Restless Ghost

Their strength is also their flaw. In their quest for the new, they sometimes mistake motion for growth. There are moments—rare, but piercing—when the wanderlust fades, and they wonder if they are running toward something or simply away. The solitude they wear so gracefully can harden into isolation.

They disdain mediocrity but sometimes mistake depth for obscurity. Not every fleeting passion is sacred; not every departure is noble. The shadow of the Explorer is the fear of being ordinary—and in that fear, they may miss the ordinary miracles: a shared silence, a home that is not a place but a person.

The Essence: A Life Unfurled

To love this person is to love the horizon—always receding, always calling. They are not for everyone, nor do they wish to be. Their legacy is not in monuments but in moments: the way they taught a lover to eat mango with chili, the way they laughed as a storm rolled in over the Yucatán, the way their scent lingered on a pillow long after they were gone.

They are the embodiment of Yucatán Secret—sweet, wild, and haunted by the unseen.

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.