by Roberto Greco
Oeilleres by Roberto Greco is a profoundly conceptual, artistic perfume that evokes the quiet beauty of late summer and early autumn fields—dried grasses, hay, chamomile, pollen, and earthy musks. The opening is a vivid, herbal burst of chamomile, eucalyptus, broom, and lavender, sharpened by cumin that adds a warm, hazy, almost mossy depth without feeling sweaty. Over time, the scent evolves into a rich, textured composition where herbal greenery and dry floral notes blend with a supple, nuanced musk. The styrax gives a leathery, slightly sweet resinous base that deepens the perfume’s sophistication, culminating in a soft, balsamic, slightly animalic drydown that feels both worn-in and luminous. It is not a traditional floral fragrance—it’s an 'anti-flower,' capturing the essence of decay, wind, and transience, making it deeply atmospheric and meditative. Despite its musky, animalic undertones, it remains wearable and intimate, with moderate sillage and a long-lasting presence on skin. Its complexity appeals most to those who appreciate layered, contemplative perfumes with an agrestic, earthy character, particularly fans of Aromatics Elixir or Le Labo’s complex naturalism.