Wega.

Wega was born as the antithesis of In Astra’s darker offering, Mismar, deliberately turning the spotlight toward a bright, floral‑gourmand mood. Perfumer Sofia Bardelli set out in 2024 to capture the grace of a rose while weaving in the fresh, juicy bite of raspberry and the airy elegance of Japanese cherry blossom. The name reaches back to the star Wega in Lyra, echoing the line’s astronomical theme and suggesting a luminous point in the night sky that suddenly bursts into colour.

Choosing marshmallow as a gourmand anchor was a bold move; it softens the rose without drowning it, creating a sugar‑kissed veil that feels playful yet refined. Meanwhile, Haitian vetiver grounds the composition, adding an earthy, slightly smoky undercurrent that prevents the sweetness from slipping into cloying territory. The bourbon vanilla and tonka bean dry‑down give the tail a creamy warmth, turning the scent into a comforting close‑up of a sunrise after a night of starlight.

The opening erupts in the first ten minutes with a bright, tart raspberry that feels like a handful of freshly‑picked berries, instantly lifted by the soft, floral flutter of Japanese cherry blossom, a whisper of spring that never feels harsh. By the fifteen‑minute mark the heart emerges: rose unfurls, elegant and slightly powdery, while marshmallow swirls around it, adding a sweet, airy cushion that feels like walking through a rose garden after a light snowfall. Around the half‑hour point the base asserts itself; Haitian vetiver introduces an earthy, subtly smoky foundation, then bourbon vanilla melts in, bringing a creamy richness, and tonka bean adds a warm, amber‑like depth. The dry‑down settles after roughly an hour, lingering for another six to seven hours on skin, leaving a soft, gourmand trail that remains noticeable but never overpowering, perfect for evening wear.

Since its 2024 debut, Wega has sparked conversation among niche enthusiasts for its unapologetically sweet heart and its polished, star‑inspired identity. Reviewers often compare its rose‑marshmallow duo to Delina (2017), noting a similar gourmand twist but appreciating Wega’s cleaner, more fruit‑forward opening. Its strong sillage and moderate longevity have made it a favorite for evening outings, while the vetiver base earns nods for adding a grounding earthiness that sets it apart from purely sugary compositions.