What is the Perfume Story and Why does it matter?

Perfume Stories behind the Signature by Cybele Range.

 

Every perfume story is an emotional, sensory and symbolic narrative  which a fragrance tells through ingredients and evoked emotion . The way a perfume unfolds on the skin and the cultural threads associated with each ingredient weaves a complex story. Perfume is connected to the limbic section of the brain, which is the area which processes memory and emotion. This is why perfumes can instantly transport you into past memories and also remind you of people you love. In addition fragrances can trigger an emotion such as joy or sensuality or peace.

Each fragrance in the Signature by Cybele range tells its own story, so let’s explore the range one by one…..

a sketchbook of Fragrance storytelling

Cybele Blue Intense from Signature by Cybele

 

Cybele Blue Intense from Signature by Cybele is a fougere fragrance containing fougere and fruity notes combined with clarysage.

The fougere notes are very masculine and modern, but when we combine this with clarysage we get a more amber and musky smell to the fragrance. The fruity notes add juicy sweetness and softness to the fougere structure.

nigerian man in coat

What is the Perfume Story behind this perfume?

This perfume is an ode to modern African manliness. Strong and clean, yet musky and fruity. A truly modern, confident African man is sure of himself in a contradictory world.

How does Cybele Blue Intense make you feel?

Cybele Blue Intense makes you feel confident and fresh, polished and sophisticated. You will feel sharp and ready to take on the world. The sweetness of the fruity notes gives you a feeling of balance and a grounded charm. A modern slant on confident masculinity.

Fragrances of a similar type to Cybele Blue Intense:

  1. Le Male – Jean Paul Gaulthier
  2. Y eau de parfum – Yves Saint Laurent
  3. Explorer Ultra blue – Montblanc

Cybele Black Intense from Signature by Cybele

 

Cybele Black Intense from Signature by Cybele is a fougere aromatic woody fragrance with pine, juniper, geranium, rosemary. It contains many herbals including basil lavender, amyris and patchouli. The green and fresh notes combine with lavender and earthy patchouli to create a long lasting, natural fragrance.

Cybele black intense perfume

What is the Perfume Story behind this perfume?

This perfume is a modern classic to give a confidence boost to any Nigerian man. The natural aromatic freshness combined with calming lavender and earthy patchouli provide a high level of sophistication and elegance.

How does Cybele Black Intense make you feel?

Cybele Black Intense makes you feel calm, anchored, yet strongly self assured. This is a sense of strength without the need to shout. You will feel composed and elegant and emotionally comforted.

Fragrances of a similar type to Cybele Black Intense:

  1. Eau Sauvage by Christian Dior

  2. English Fern by Penhaligons

  3. Azzaro pour homme

  4. Drakkar noir by Guy Laroche

Cybele Gold Intense from Signature by Cybele

 

Cybele Gold Intense from Signature by Cybele is a floral aldehydic fragrance with citrus top notes and patchouli base notes for longevity.

The sparkling, abstract fresh powdery, yet citrus notes provide a clean, sophisticated and elegant touch to the fragrance. Patchouli lends earthiness and staying power to the fragrance.

Cybele Gold Intense perfume visual | Cybele Gold perfume

What is the Perfume Story behind the fragrance?

This perfume is dedicated to an elegant, sophisticated African woman who has immense polish and style. She is not afraid to say “I am bold, but also feminine’, also she loves classic style and timeless elegance.

How does Cybele Gold Intense make you feel?

Cybele Gold Intense from Signature by Cybele makes you feel complete, elegant and refined, the type of woman who turns heads without trying. You feel bright, graceful and in control, grounded, yet balanced and resilient due to the base patchouli notes.

Fragrances of a similar type to Cybele Gold Intense:

  1. Chanel No 5

  2. Rive Gauche Yves Saint Laurent

  3. White Linen Estee Lauder

  4. Caleche by Hermes

Cybele Red Intense from Signature by Cybele

 

Cybele Red Intense from Signature by Cybele is a fresh floral fragrance containing fresh, floral, muguet, rose and jasmine notes. The freshness of the fragrance, combined with the gentle floral notes envelopes you in softness and feels uplifting.

cybele red intense 100ml perfume ad girl with glamorous red dress

What is the Perfume Story behind the fragrance?

We dedicate Cybele Red Intense to women who love timeless, classic soft white florals which do not overpower. Timeless and elegant, women who love this fragrance know the true power of their femininity.

How does Cybele Red Intense make me feel?

Cybele Red Intense from Signature by Cybele makes me feel light, radiant and beautifully alive. It is like walking into a garden full of floral blooms, plus it carries graceful optimism and softness while uplifting your spirit.

Fragrances of a similar type to Cybele Red Intense:

  1. Diorissimo by Christian Dior

  2. Jour D’Hermes by Hermes

  3. Chloe Eau de Parfum

  4. Pleasures by Estee Lauder

Flordessy from Signature by Cybele

 

Flordessy is a floral , fresh powdery perfume with citrus, rose, pepper, ylang ylang, vanilla and musk. The combination of feminine sweetness with spicy pepper provides an unexpected perfume journey.

Flordessy eau de parfum 100ml perfume advert

What is the Perfume Story behind the fragrance?

A dedication to romance and nostalgia. Elegant seduction without overpowering, thus evoking feelings of warmth and grace.

How does Flordessy make me feel?

Flordessy makes me feel refined and gentle, yet vibrant and optimistic due to the fresh citrus top notes. I feel daring and unexpected due to the peppery addition, yet emotionally comforted by the base vanilla and musk notes.

Fragrances of a similar type to Flordessy:

  1. Chanel No 22

  2. Narciso Rodriguez for Her

  3. Chloe eau de Parfum

Happy Flower from Signature by Cybele

 

Happy Flower is a sweet, slightly citrusy floral fragrance with slightly honeyed notes, so it offers the perfect balance of sweetness and freshness.

Happy flower perfume by signature by cybele

What is the Perfume Story behind the fragrance?

Happy Flower from Signature by Cybele tells a story of happiness surrounded by the natural floral world. A sweet natural symphony of light and sensuality combining joyfulness and radiance.

How does Happy Flower make me feel?

After spraying Happy Flower I  feel joyful and warm, like I have just received a soft caress. The fragrance is sensual, yet also comforting and luxurious.

Fragrances of a similar type to Happy Flower:

  1. J’adore by Christian Dior

  2. Ellie Saab Le Parfum

  3. La Vie est belle by Lancome

  4. La Belle by Jean Paul Gaulthier

Illusion from Signature by Cybele

 

Illusion from Signature by Cybele is vibrant, crisp and confidently modern, yet approachable and grounded. A perfect scent for a person who has quiet strength and confidence.

Girl Wear Golden Dress

What is the Perfume Story behind the fragrance?

This is a perfume grounded in nature, from the fresh bergamot and apple to the spiced cedar wood and violet. A wild fragrance, bound in nature, creating a mysterious, soft appeal.

How does Illusion make me feel?

Illusion makes me feel fresh, and quietly confident, able to face the world with decorum.

Fragrances of a similar type to Illusion:

  1. Bottled by Hugo Boss

  2. Explorer by Montblanc

  3. Sauvage by Dior

  4. Dylan Blue by Versace

Massimo from Signature by Cybele

 

Massimo is perfect for people who love crisp, fresh, woody, marine perfume notes. This perfume has a more clean, invigorating, fresh masculine character which is typical of many classic fragrances.

Massimo eau de parfum perfume visual

What is the Perfume Story behind the fragrance?

Massimo from Signature by Cybele is a story of nature and freedom, a fresh opening with a marine heart and an earthy base that grounds the whole composition. A reminder of the sea’s depth and the quiet power of a man who does not chase attention, but commands it.

How does Massimo make me feel?

Massimo makes me feel at peace, rooted and clean while also leaving me fresh, confident and at ease with myself.

Fragrances of a similar type to Massimo:

  1. Acqua di Gio Profundo by Armani

  2. Bleu de Chanel

  3. Davidoff Cool Water

  4. Versace pour homme

Reload from Signature by Cybele

 

Reload from Signature by Cybele is an aromatic citrus woody fragrance which is zesty and fresh, bursting with citrus energy. The perfect fragrance to awaken your senses and enliven your day. An all year round fragrance perfect for post workout or for office wear.

nigerian man on ground

What is the Perfume Story behind the fragrance?

Reload is all about the ultimate freshness and awakening your senses. A feeling of lightness and brightness.

How does Reload make me feel?

This fragrance gives me the ultimate feeling of freshness, furthermore I get the sensation of vitality in motion which charges you from the inside out.

Fragrances of a similar type to Reload:

  1. Bleu de Chanel

  2. Y Eau de Parfum Yves Saint Laurent

  3. Sauvage by Dior

  4. Coach for Men

Waves Crest from Signature by Cybele

 

Waves Crest is a vibrant and invigorating citrus fragrance, designed to evoke freshness and natural energy. It feels like a crisp breeze is cutting through a Mediterranean herb garden.

Nigerian man swimming

What is the Perfume Story behind the fragrance?

Waves Crest tells a tale of nature with its morning cool and dewy freshness. Earthy, invigorating and pure touches of nature combining to give natural simplicity and vitality.

How does Waves Crest make me feel?

Waves Crest makes me feel focused, clean and entirely awake, as well as centered. There are no frills, no tricks of seduction, just clean, simple freshness. Waves crest doesnt ‘dress you up’, it brings you ‘back to yourself’.

Fragrances of a similar type to Waves Crest:

  1. Wood Sage and Sea Salt by Jo Malone
  2. Sailing Day by Maison Margiela Replica
  3. Acqua di Gio by Giorgio Armani

African Wood by Signature By Cybele

 

 

African Wood represents the best of Afrcan and all it stands for. The woody, spicy notes represent the heart of Africa.

a girl in traditional african dress for the signature by cybele perfume advert

What is the Perfume Story behind the fragrance?

This is a celebration of Africa, the spicy notes represent the bright colours of African Ankara fabrics.

How does African Wood make me feel?

The oud and saffron notes make you feel empowered and bold, whereas lavender calms and soothes, the woody notes ground you. You feel authentic and timeless, connected to your cultural ancestry.

Fragrances of a similar type to African Wood :


  1. Oud Satin Wood by Francis Kurkdjian
  2. Oud for Greatness – Oud for Greatness,
  3. Oud Wood – Tom Ford
  4. Oud Noir – Versace

We hope that this short overview has helped you to understand the Signature by Cybele perfumes, including their ingredients. If you would like to know more about the range, then please read Frequently asked questions about Signature by Cybele range.