The Story
Why it exists.
The beginning
Sagittarius, launched in 2024 by BY SHAMS PERFUMES, enters the zodiac collection as a fragrance built around forward motion. Margherita Carini composed it for the sign's open-hearted, optimistic energy, using citrus brightness to create an immediate sense of possibility and floral richness to keep that first impression from feeling too quick. The name gives the scent its direction: less like a quiet memorial, more like a compass pointed toward the next horizon. Its composition pairs the lift of Bergamot and Grapefruit with a heart of Jasmine, Mandarin Orange, Raspberry, Rose, and Tonka Bean, then lands on Leather, Musk, and Vetiver. The result is a personal mythology written in sparkling edges and grounded warmth.
The interesting part is the balance between brightness and weight. Citrus gives Sagittarius its opening spark, while rose and jasmine soften the edge into something romantic rather than sporty. Raspberry introduces a fruit-sweet accent, and Tonka Bean brings a rounded sweetness that makes the composition feel more tactile. Then Leather, Musk, and Vetiver change the temperature. The floral heart remains visible, but it settles into a drier, more self-possessed base. That shift matters because Sagittarius is not simply a bright scent. It has a horizon to reach, and the composition keeps one foot planted while the other moves forward.
The evolution
The opening lands first with the clean snap of Bergamot and the juicy lift of Grapefruit, immediately bright and alert. Mandarin Orange folds into the citrus brightness as the fragrance gains a rounder, more playful edge, while Jasmine and Rose bring a floral center that feels polished rather than powdery. Raspberry gives the heart a small burst of fruit, and Tonka Bean adds sweetness with a soft, tactile depth. As the fragrance dries down, the composition becomes less about sparkling immediacy and more about presence. Leather introduces a sleek, slightly smoky edge, Musk settles close to skin, and Vetiver gives the final shape a grounded, earthy dryness. By the end, the bright opening has become a warm, quietly confident trail, likely lingering around the 4-6 hour mark.
Cultural impact
Sagittarius fits BY SHAMS' stated blend of spiritual audacity and Arabian sensuality, presenting zodiac as a way to make fragrance personal rather than merely decorative. Its place is strongest as a symbolic scent choice for the sign of adventure and optimism, not as a documented cultural landmark or industry-changing release.
The House
BY SHAMS PERFUMESBY SHAMS PERFUMES is a fragrance brand founded by Shams, an Arab singer who applies her creative sensibility to scent and holistic wellness products. The label pairs luxury perfumes with energy stones, creating a collection that bridges aromatic artistry with spiritual intention. In 2024, the brand released a complete zodiac collection, with each fragrance bearing the name of a celestial sign, from Aries to Scorpio, reflecting a belief in cosmic connection and personal symbolism. The brand operates through its own store platform, offering its fragrances directly to consumers seeking scents with personal meaning beyond conventional fragrance families.
The Creator
Margherita CariniCarini favors bold contrasts and unexpected combinations. Her work on Scentologia Over.
