The Story
Why it exists.
The beginning
The name asks a question: Pra Onde Levam Esses Olhos Castanhos?, Where do these brown eyes lead? It borrows from Brazilian musical tradition, from a song that never quite answered the question it posed. That ambiguity lives in the fragrance itself. Created in 2012 by perfumer Olivier Gillotin, this is a scent that starts somewhere bright and tropical and arrives somewhere warmer, more intimate. The name sets expectations of a story. The fragrance tells it anyway.
What makes this composition interesting is the tension between the bright and the warm. Pineapple doesn't usually share space with jasmine, the first is all sharp tropical energy, the second is soft, almost powdery. Here, Gillotin lets them meet at peach, a fruit that belongs to both worlds. The amber base isn't heavy, it's sun-warmed, the kind of amber that suggests skin at golden hour rather than resin in a bottle. Sandalwood and musk hold the warmth without tipping into sweetness. The result is fruity without being juvenile, warm without being heavy.
The evolution
The opening hits fast, bergamot and mandarin lift the pineapple so it reads juicy and bright, not sticky. Thirty minutes in, the citrus recedes and jasmine takes over, softened by peach into something powdery and intimate. That's the hand-off: fruit passes the baton to florals, and the energy shifts from playful to warm. The amber arrives quietly around the two-hour mark, settling under the jasmine like a second skin. Sandalwood and musk keep it there, close, warm, lasting past when you'd expect it to fade. On fabric, it lingers into the next day, faint and sweet.
Cultural impact
This fragrance stands as a playful rebellion within the Brazilian perfumery landscape, where bold tropical interpretations often get overshadowed by international releases. Quem Disse Berenice has carved a niche in challenging the notion that local fragrances must imitate their European counterparts. The bright citrus and fruity composition reflects a distinctly Brazilian sunshine-forward aesthetic rather than mimicking Parisian sophistication. Within the brand's portfolio, this scent speaks to younger consumers seeking identity through accessible luxury that feels native rather than imported.
The House
Quem Disse BereniceQuem Disse Berenice emerged from Brazil in 2012 as a fragrance and cosmetics brand under Grupo Boticario. The name itself carries cultural weight in Brazil, referencing the classic 1950s song by Dolores Duran that poses the question 'Who said, Berenice?' The brand positions itself as a provocateur within the beauty space, inviting consumers to challenge conventional assumptions about makeup and personal expression. With a cruelty-free commitment certified by Cruelty Free International, Quem Disse Berenice offers a portfolio of fragrances that blend playfulness with Brazilian sensibility. The collection spans releases from 2012 through 2024, including standout entries like Frescor de Lichia and Amor na Amora.
The Creator
Olivier GillotinOlivier Gillotin's signature style often leans into rich, warm, and comforting profiles, with a particular affinity for gourmand and oriental facets. He's adept at creating compositions that feel luxurious and enveloping, often employing a masterful use of vanilla, amber, and…


















































