ADONIS AWAKENS draws inspiration from The Awakening of Adonis, a celebrated painting by John William Waterhouse, the second artist highlighted in our Artist series. Waterhouse, renowned for his mastery of the Pre-Raphaelite style, beautifully captured themes of ancient Greek mythology in his works.
In Greek legend, Adonis, the god of beauty, desire, and renewal, met a tragic fate while hunting. Aphrodite (known as Venus in Roman mythology) rushed to him and, in her haste, cut herself on a thorn. This act transformed the pure white rose symbolizing her love into a vivid crimson bloom, stained by her blood. Her kiss then awakened Adonis, symbolizing the eternal cycle of life and love.
This fragrance, Argos ADONIS AWAKENS, embodies romance and timeless elegance. It begins with a burst of invigorating citrus and spice, transitions into a heart of lush florals and creamy sweetness, and concludes with a warm, provocative base that lingers beautifully on the skin.
Top Notes: Bergamot, Grapefruit, Pink Peppercorn
Middle Notes: Bulgarian Rose, Sambac Jasmine, Vanilla, Raspberry
Base Notes: Mysore Sandalwood, Cashmere Wood, Rose Absolute