Imaginary Authors · 2012
Cape Heartache
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The Story
Cape Heartache is a walk through a damp Pacific Northwest forest, where pine and fir mingle with wild strawberry and vanilla. It's a strange, beautiful contrast of cold evergreen and sweet, almost jammy fruit. This fragrance captures the melancholy and magic of the woods after a rain.
Note Breakdown
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Fragrance composition evolves over time, from the initial sparkling top notes to the deep, long-lasting base.
Encyclopedia Insights
Does Cape Heartache smell like a real forest?+
Yes, it's very realistic. The pine and fir are sharp and green, but the strawberry adds a surprising sweetness that keeps it from being too literal.
Is the strawberry note artificial or natural?+
It's a wild strawberry note, more tart and less candy-like than commercial strawberry. It blends beautifully with the woods.
How long does it last?+
Expect around 7 hours with moderate projection. The strawberry fades after a few hours, leaving a woody, amber base.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cape Heartache smell like a real forest?+
Yes, it's very realistic. The pine and fir are sharp and green, but the strawberry adds a surprising sweetness that keeps it from being too literal.
Is the strawberry note artificial or natural?+
It's a wild strawberry note, more tart and less candy-like than commercial strawberry. It blends beautifully with the woods.
How long does it last?+
Expect around 7 hours with moderate projection. The strawberry fades after a few hours, leaving a woody, amber base.
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