Aromatic
Vintage/old school
Notescedarwoodlavenderorris (iris root)sandalwoodvirginia cedaryuzu
Tags
#fresh
#powdery
Style
unisex
The tart sweetness of bergamot and yuzu is the pale moon rising over a landscape of aromatic lavender and silky sandalwood. The sharpness of cedarwood begins to subtly assert itself, underscored by a violet echo of orris, inviting you into a realm of serene oblivion.
All about this fragrance
Vibe check
The room has gone quiet, but you are not quite ready to sleep. Citrus keeps the opening lucid; lavender and powdery woods suit the slower rhythm of reading a few pages before putting the day aside. Oblivion suggests a composed, private presence rather than a fragrance that asks for attention.
How to wear
Try a light application on the wrists or upper chest, allowing the citrus opening to settle before adding more. Mild spring or autumn temperatures are a natural fit for its balance of freshness and powdery woods; in warmer weather, begin sparingly to keep the lavender and orris from feeling too enveloping.
Who it’s for
For those drawn to aromatic, old-school compositions softened by powder rather than dominated by sweetness. It will appeal to lovers of lavender, iris-like textures and restrained woods who enjoy a tart citrus opening without wanting a purely citrus fragrance.
Release year
2023
The nose
Seunghyun Lim is Circle of Lim’s perfumer, born in Seoul and dividing her time between Seoul and Jeju. Her background in the art world, travels, and interest in food and contrasting urban and natural environments inform her creative practice. In Oblivion, aromatic lavender, bright citrus and powdery woods express the brand’s intimate vision of evening relaxation.
Circle of Lim’s story
Circle of Lim seeks to reconnect people with nature through perfume and body care. Its approach combines handmade, small-batch production with detailed material disclosure and an emphasis on reducing waste. The house avoids gender-binary fragrance language and states commitments to avoiding endangered-plant ingredients and animal testing.
Oblivion’s concept
Oblivion takes its cue from the pause between a shower and sleep: slipping into bed, reflecting on the day and letting thoughts turn toward tomorrow. Moonlight provides the central image, with lavender and cedarwood moving over sandalwood and soft orris. The concept is one of gentle retreat rather than dramatic escape.
Extra info
The featured materials include Virginia cedarwood, Maillette lavender and orris butter—the latter refers to an iris-root material, not a separate dairy-butter note. Circle of Lim also offers an Oblivion Body Oil, extending the fragrance’s relaxation theme into body care.
Notescedarwoodlavenderorris (iris root)sandalwoodvirginia cedaryuzu
Tags
#fresh
#powdery
Style
unisex
The tart sweetness of bergamot and yuzu is the pale moon rising over a landscape of aromatic lavender and silky sandalwood. The sharpness of cedarwood begins to subtly assert itself, underscored by a violet echo of orris, inviting you into a realm of serene oblivion.
All about this fragrance
Vibe check
The room has gone quiet, but you are not quite ready to sleep. Citrus keeps the opening lucid; lavender and powdery woods suit the slower rhythm of reading a few pages before putting the day aside. Oblivion suggests a composed, private presence rather than a fragrance that asks for attention.
How to wear
Try a light application on the wrists or upper chest, allowing the citrus opening to settle before adding more. Mild spring or autumn temperatures are a natural fit for its balance of freshness and powdery woods; in warmer weather, begin sparingly to keep the lavender and orris from feeling too enveloping.
Who it’s for
For those drawn to aromatic, old-school compositions softened by powder rather than dominated by sweetness. It will appeal to lovers of lavender, iris-like textures and restrained woods who enjoy a tart citrus opening without wanting a purely citrus fragrance.
Release year
2023
The nose
Seunghyun Lim is Circle of Lim’s perfumer, born in Seoul and dividing her time between Seoul and Jeju. Her background in the art world, travels, and interest in food and contrasting urban and natural environments inform her creative practice. In Oblivion, aromatic lavender, bright citrus and powdery woods express the brand’s intimate vision of evening relaxation.
Circle of Lim’s story
Circle of Lim seeks to reconnect people with nature through perfume and body care. Its approach combines handmade, small-batch production with detailed material disclosure and an emphasis on reducing waste. The house avoids gender-binary fragrance language and states commitments to avoiding endangered-plant ingredients and animal testing.
Oblivion’s concept
Oblivion takes its cue from the pause between a shower and sleep: slipping into bed, reflecting on the day and letting thoughts turn toward tomorrow. Moonlight provides the central image, with lavender and cedarwood moving over sandalwood and soft orris. The concept is one of gentle retreat rather than dramatic escape.
Extra info
The featured materials include Virginia cedarwood, Maillette lavender and orris butter—the latter refers to an iris-root material, not a separate dairy-butter note. Circle of Lim also offers an Oblivion Body Oil, extending the fragrance’s relaxation theme into body care.