Eau de Parfum2019
Cheirosa '39
Jérôme EpinetteThe nose · 236 fragrances · also made Bal d'Afrique Absolu (2025)Portrait →

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Sol de Janeiro  ·  Sold as feminine

Cheirosa '39

A vintage photograph of Carmen Miranda in her signature fruit hat, surrounded by the lush, tropical aromas of Brazil.

3.921,375 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 7 accords ↓
sweetcoconutvanillalactonicnuttypowdery
Cheirosa '39Mid-range · $40–100
58%Similar accords, often for lessCozy Serenade · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · all 3 of its listed notes are in this one8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate10% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak12%
Weak32%
Moderate46%
Long lasting8%
Eternal2%
SillageModerate15% say strong or enormous
Intimate26%
Moderate59%
Strong12%
Enormous2%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

TopOpening

HeartThe Soul

BaseFoundation

Main Accords

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine1%
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Unisex9%
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Feminine90%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2019, Cheirosa '39 by Sol de Janeiro is a fragrance that celebrates the iconic Brazilian star Carmen Miranda and her enduring legacy. Perfumer Jérôme Epinette captures the essence of Carmen's charm with a composition that opens with the creamy richness of coconut, leading into the sweet warmth of vanilla and orchid. The base notes of praline and sandalwood add a comforting, nutty depth that evokes the powdery tropics. This fragrance is not just a scent but a tribute to the vibrant energy and cultural impact of Carmen Miranda.

How to wear it

Apply this fragrance directly to pulse points for a warm and enveloping effect. The coconut and vanilla notes are most prominent initially but give way to the nutty praline base over time. Best suited for evenings or cooler days when you want a comforting yet alluring scent.

Fig. 01 — Cheirosa '39, Sol de Janeiro

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03 · The nose

Jérôme Epinette

The hand behind Byredo

Jérôme Epinette is a French perfumer born and raised in Burgundy who earned a Master's degree in Biochemistry before training at the Grasse Institute of Perfumery.

236fragrances
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Designer Sol de Janeiro

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06 · The Room

What people
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3.92/ 5 · 1,375 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 40%, disliked or hated by 15%.

Love40%
Like31%
OK14%
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