​Imaginary Authors Bull’s Blood Eau de Parfum

​Imaginary Authors Bull’s Blood Eau de Parfum is a provocative unisex fragrance that delves into themes of passion and intensity. Inspired by the fictional novella of the same name, it combines a daring blend of notes to create a scent that is both complex and captivating.​

• Fragrance Type: Eau de Parfum​

• Gender: Unisex​

• Fragrance Family: Chypre Floral

• Longevity: Moderate​

• Sillage: Moderate​

• Projection: Soft to Moderate​

Imaginary Authors Bull’s Blood Eau de Parfum Notes:

• Main Notes: Tobacco, Black Musk, Patchouli, Spanish Rose, Geranium, Sandalwood, Bull’s Blood​

Scent Description:

Bull’s Blood opens with a bold combination of patchouli, Spanish rose, and costus root, presenting an initial earthy and floral aroma with metallic nuances. As the fragrance develops, the heart reveals tobacco and black musk, adding depth with smoky and animalic undertones. The base note of bull’s blood imparts a unique, iron-like scent, reinforcing the fragrance’s thematic inspiration.​

Performance Details:

• Longevity: The scent offers moderate wear, typically lasting several hours.​

• Sillage: It leaves a noticeable yet not overpowering scent trail.​

• Projection: The fragrance projects softly, making it suitable for close encounters.​

Users have found Bull’s Blood to be a fragrance that evokes strong imagery and emotions. Some describe it as smelling like blood, reminiscent of the iron scent of red blood cells. The opening is noted to be skanky with a sharp metallic note, which fades to reveal a strong musky patchouli rose scent. However, personal experiences vary, and it’s advisable to sample the fragrance before committing to a full bottle. ​

Imaginary Authors Bull’s Blood Eau de Parfum is a unique scent that artfully combines earthy, floral, and animalic notes, offering a fragrance experience that is both complex and harmonious.

The Bottle & Presentation

The exterior encapsulates the fragrance’s raw energy. Housed in a clean white-cylindrical bottle crowned with a silver cap and distinctive diagonal black stripes, Bull’s Blood projects a modern aesthetic. The label features a surreal matador figure with roses for a head—symbolizing the collision of danger and romance. Compact and refined, the 50 ml format offers luxurious longevity in a collectible package.

The Story Behind Bull’s Blood

In typical Imaginary Authors style, Bull’s Blood tells the tale of Devante Valéreo, a fictional Spanish writer born in a dusty village on the Balearic Sea. Inspired by bullfights with his father—an ex‑picador—Valéreo pens a scandalous novella titled Bull’s Blood, which faces bans and ignites obsession. Having fled Barcelona in 1967 after a fatal altercation with American sailors, Valéreo vanished into legend. The fragrance captures his audacious, passionate spirit: “a man who has killed … is a man who knows passion.”

The Perfumer: Josh Meyer

Josh Meyer, founder and nose behind Imaginary Authors, breathes life into this story. Hailing from Portland, Oregon, Meyer designs each scent around its fictional author. For Bull’s Blood, he fuses raw animalic intensity with refined composition—creating a fragrance that’s both savage and seductive. Meyer’s vision strikes an equilibrium between the primal and the poetic.

Brand Background: Who Are Imaginary Authors?

Imaginary Authors is a U.S.-based indie perfume house founded by Josh Meyer. The brand revolutionized niche perfumery by crafting each scent as if it were a novel, with a fictional author and backstory. Rather than simply listing fragrance notes, each perfume is designed to evoke a plot, setting, and mood—encouraging wearers to immerse themselves in a narrative world.

The line challenges traditional perfumery with imaginative accords like “Tree Bark,” “Warm Sand,” and “Bull’s Blood.” Imaginary Authors’ work is widely admired for its creativity, artistry, and wearable complexity, making it a favorite among fragrance lovers seeking something truly unique.

When to Wear

Bull’s Blood is not a timid perfume—it thrives in evening, autumn, or winter settings where its daring character can be fully expressed. Perfect for those who want their scent to command a room, it’s ideal for intimate gatherings, creative nights out, and moments when confidence is your accessory.

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