Imaginary Authors 2013 EDP

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Cape Heartache

by Josh Meyer

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Imaginary Authors Cape Heartache is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Josh Meyer. Cape Heartache settles into a heart of Canadian Hemlock, Woody Notes, Pine, and Vanilla. Imaginary Authors's Cape Heartache carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is a seriously divisive scent. Some find it a captivating, artistic blend of forest and fruit, while others get nothing but sickly sweet pine air freshener or synthetic strawberry gone wrong. Definitely try before you buy.
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  • Cozy
  • Mysterious
  • Edgy
  • Warm
  • Confident
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Cape Heartache Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Heartas listed
Canadian Fir Balsam21%
Pine20%
Strawberry20%
Woody Notes17%
Vanilla12%
Canadian Hemlock10%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its bold, often strong projection of pine and sweet fruit can be a bit much for an office setting. It shines in casual and date scenarios where its unique character can be appreciated, especially during cooler seasons, though some find it versatile for summer evenings.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Cape Heartache opens with a blast of dense, almost damp pine and fir resin, instantly transporting you to a misty conifer forest. As it settles, a sweet, often artificial-smelling strawberry note emerges, mingling with subtle vanilla and deep woody undertones, creating a curious contrast. Some experience a smoky campfire edge, rounding out this unique, evocative forest fruit blend.

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Where to buy

Prices for the United Kingdom · · checked 30 September

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