15ml
15ml
PARAPHRASE
EROS FIG TRAVEL SIZE
Eau De Parfum
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$71
Description
Eros Fig by Paraphrase opens with a vibrant burst of green fig leaves, brightened by hints of citrus and warm spices, creating a fresh yet inviting introduction. As it settles, the fragrance evolves into a rich, decadent heart of dried fig and creamy coconut, infused with a subtle touch of Egyptian rose and honey. The journey culminates in a sensuous, grounding finish of smooth sandalwood, warm benzoin, and a soft ambrette seed, leaving a lingering impression of sweet, earthy warmth. This scent beautifully balances its green freshness with a deep, comforting sweetness, making it a truly captivating fig experience. Perfumer: Joshua Smith
Scent Profile
Green
Fruity
Sweet
Spicy
Woody
Warm
Creamy
Notes
Top Notes
BlackcurrantGreen Fig Leaf
Citrus
Warm Spices
Middle Notes
Dried Fig
Coconut
HoneyEgyptian Rose
Base Notes
Sandalwood
Ambrette Seed
BenzoinAbout PARAPHRASE
Paraphrase Perfume is an independent North American fragrance house founded in 2014 by Joshua Smith, an ex-forester turned designer who creates handcrafted perfumes in Canada. The brand philosophy centers on using scent as a means of retelling stories and exploring the subtle beauty of nature, with a focus on slowness, mindfulness, and sensory exploration. Paraphrase rebranded from its former name Libertine Fragrance in 2025, shifting from a rebellious aesthetic to one emphasizing creation, community, and the transformative power of fragrance in connecting people to natural landscapes and their inner selves.
Perfumer
Joshua Smith
Joshua Smith is a self-taught perfumer from the Canadian prairies, formerly a forester and industrial designer, who founded Libertine Fragrance in late 2014 while studying design and later rebranded it to Paraphrase. He hand-blends immersive unisex perfumes using high-quality natural and synthetic ingredients, with notable creations including Sex & Jasmine—an animalic jasmine ode—Gilded, a spice-laden incense scent, and Fin de Siecle, a modernized rosy chypre. His work emphasizes sensory exploration, slowing down to connect with one's emotions, and reinterpreting personal stories through scent.
Reviews
5.0
Excellent16 reviews
PARAPHRASE
5.0/5 • 16 reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers frequently praise Eros Fig as a comprehensive fig fragrance, evolving from a crisp, green opening to a sweet, ripe, and sometimes dried fig character. It's often described as both warm and fresh, with many appreciating its solid longevity and alluring drydown.
Pros
Performance excellence: The scent is noted for being long-lasting and performing like a dream, often creating a pleasant bubble around the wearer after an initial strong projection.
Versatile appeal: Many find it suitable for year-round wear, describing it as cozy in winter and luscious in summer, making it a versatile choice for various seasons and occasions.
Quality composition: Reviewers highlight its ability to capture a complete fig experience, from green leaves to ripe fruit, and commend its beautifully balanced blend of warm, woody, sweet, and spicy elements.
Cons
Specific limitation: Some initial impressions can be challenging, with a few reviewers disliking the pungent black currant or heavy spices at first sniff, though it often grows on them.
Situational drawback: A few users mention that the prominent fig note might not last as long as desired before other notes, like a musky rose or strong coconut, become more dominant in the drydown.
Comparisons
Similar to Zoologist Elephant: It shares a green, ripe fig quality with Zoologist Elephant, though some note it lacks the same refinement or lush green aspects due to a more prominent musky accord.
Not like Philosykos or Premier Figuier: Reviewers distinguish it from other fig fragrances like Philosykos or Premier Figuier, noting it's less milky or woody and offers a different green fig experience.
Vibe & Emotions
Joy and contentment: The fragrance is said to evoke feelings of comfort, indulgence, and joy, making it ideal for moments of savoring life's simple pleasures.
Sensual and alluring: Many perceive it as a 'sexy' and 'skin-consuming' scent, capturing the eroticism of the fig fruit with a playful honeyed warmth.
Earthy and natural: It's often described as organic, natural, and photorealistic, reminiscent of a fig tree, spicy wet leaves, or a mossy green forest floor.
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