The Story
Why it exists.
The beginning
Inverso Profumi, founded in 2023, blends Italian heritage with New York craftsmanship, creating hand-made extrait de parfum that distill a single visual idea into pure scent. Ladri di Fichi, Italian for fig thieves, captures a stolen moment from a Sicilian summer. The atelier imagined wandering through sun-drenched groves where ripe green figs hang heavy on ancient branches, and mischievous hands pluck fruit in the heat, turning a simple harvest into an act of quiet rebellion. The story centers on the fig tree as both provider and protagonist, its three dimensions explored through careful material choices that honor the fruit's complexity.
The note selection honors the fig in its entirety, from the bright citrus of its peel to the sweet fruit within to the green of its stem. Bergamot and clementine capture the peel's aromatic quality, green notes represent the stem, and honey bridges the gap to the fruit's natural sweetness. Milk adds a dimension often overlooked in fig fragrances, one that brings comfort without sweetness. Oak provides the structural support the composition needs, its dry woody character balancing the green and lactonic elements. The result is a fragrance that captures the entire fig tree, not just the fruit, inviting the wearer into a complete sensory moment.
The evolution
The fragrance begins as an act of theft. Bergamot and clementine open with the tart brightness of citrus peel, their Italian sunshine captured in a sparkling burst. The fig note arrives as the aromatic green of unripe skin, bringing a slightly bitter, vegetative quality that grounds the brightness. As the fragrance evolves, green notes take over, their stems-and-leaves character weaving through the heart alongside honey and milk. The honey is not syrupy but warm, a golden sweetness that feels like late afternoon light. The milk is clean and soft, lending a comforting creaminess that keeps the green from feeling too sharp. The drydown settles into amber, musk, and oak, a trio that provides quiet warmth and lingering presence. The oak is dry and woody, giving the finish a Mediterranean weight, while the musk keeps everything Intimate and close to the skin.
Cultural impact
Since its 2023 release, Ladri di Fichi has become a reference point for modern fig fragrances, praised for its unapologetic green fig focus rather than the typical leafy backdrop. Wearers often describe it as the scent of a secret orchard raid, positioning it as a niche favorite among those who seek a bold, fruit-forward narrative without overwhelming sweetness. Its inclusion in the Core Collection underscores Inverso’s commitment to storytelling through scent.
