The 7 Virtues Blackberry Lily by Olya Bar

You find yourself escaping to a quaint cottage nestled along the verdant shores of the East Coast, where late summer unfurls like a whispered secret. The air is thick with the promise of harvest, you are surrounded by the wild rose bushes and the surrounding woods burst with wild blackberry brambles and clusters of blackcurrants, their deep purple hues glistening under the first light of dawn. As you step outside in the early morning hush, the world feels reborn—dew-kissed grass cools beneath your bare feet, each blade a gentle caress that grounds you in this serene haven. Here, The 7 Virtues Blackberry Lily captures that very essence, opening with a burst of jammy blackberry and rich cassis, a mouthwatering invitation that mirrors the ritual of plucking those ripe fruits straight from the vine, savoring a handful before breakfast even begins. It’s a fruity gourmand, evoking the lush ripeness of the season, where every inhale pulls you deeper into nature’s generous embrace.

Cottage via Unsplash.

Wandering through the cottage garden, you feel the earth’s quiet rhythm, the soil soft and fertile from summer rains, dotted with wildflowers swaying in the gentle breeze. The blackcurrants hang heavy, their tart-sweet allure impossible to resist, staining your fingers with their inky juice as you gather them in a simple basket. This is the heart of the getaway—a place where time slows, and the simple act of foraging becomes a meditative joy, blending the thrill of discovery with the comfort of familiarity. In The 7 Virtues Blackberry Lily, this translates to the floral elegance of lily of the valley and magnolia, blooming delicately at the fragrance’s core, like the pristine white petals unfurling under the shade of ancient oaks that line the property. These notes add a layer of grace, softening the initial fruitiness into something ethereal, as if the morning mist itself carries the scent of hidden blooms, inviting a sense of peaceful introspection amid the greenery.

The 7 Virtues Blackberry Lily by Olya Bar

Under every tree, colonies of lily of the valley thrive, their bell-shaped flowers nodding like tiny lanterns in the dappled light, releasing a fresh, green aroma that permeates the air. You gather armfuls to scent your bedsheets, infusing the linens with that clean, dewy purity— a ritual that transforms the modest cottage bedroom into a sanctuary of relaxation, where the stresses of the world dissolve like fog under the sun. The garden path, lined with ferns and mossy stones, leads to a sun-dappled clearing where you pause, barefoot and unhurried, letting the cool earth anchor your soul. Blackberry Lily embodies this tactile serenity, its heart notes weaving a floral veil that feels both invigorating and soothing, evoking the crispness of those dew drops clinging to leaves, a reminder that true luxury lies in these unadorned moments of connection with nature.

Photo of Founder Barb Stegemann holding The 7 Virtues Blackberry Lily courtesy the brand

As the day lingers into golden afternoon, the fragrance settles into its decadent base, much like the warmth that envelops the cottage at dusk—caramel’s indulgent sweetness mingling with amber’s resinous glow and vetiver’s earthy depth, leaving a trail that whispers of enduring comfort. This East Coast retreat, with its lush landscapes and rhythmic tides, becomes a memory etched in scent, an irresistible impression that beckons you back time and again. Blackberry Lily is a portal to that idyllic escape, where the ripeness of summer fruits, the elegance of wild blooms, and the quiet decadence of nature converge, offering a lingering embrace that feels as restorative as the getaway itself.

Notes: Blackberry, Blackcurrant, Lily of the Valley, Davana, Rose, Magnolia, Caramel, Haitian Vetiver, Amber, Cedar, Patchouli.

Disclaimer: The bottle of The 7 Virtues Blackberry Lily was kindly gifted to me by the brand but opinions are always my own.

Olya Bar, Editor.

The 7 Virtues Blackberry Lily was first released in 2020 and is now back after loyal fragrance fans of the brand asked for it. -Michelyn

The 7 Virtues Blackberry Lily via the brand. 

Thanks to the generosity of The 7 Virtues, we have a 50 ml bottle of Blackberry Lily for one registered reader in the USA or CANADA. You must register, or your entry will not count. To be eligible, please comment on what sparked your interest about Olya’s review, if you have tried other perfumes from the brand and where you live. Draw closes 08/28/2025

Blackberry Lily is available in limited quantities through the brand’s website here. 

ÇaFleureBon has written extensively about The 7 Virtues over the years. Please read Olya’s review of Clementine Dream here, Ida’s review of Lotus Pear here, Santal Vanille here, The Three 7 Virtues You Should Be Wearing Right Now also by Ida Meister, and Olya’s reviews of Coconut Sun here, Cherry Ambition here and Amber Vanilla here, and Sandi’s Candied Lychee here. Cherry Ambition received a Best of Scent 2023 award from Sandi and Olya

Barb Stegemann was Michelyn’s Hall of Fame recipient of 2023

Editor’s Note: The 7 Virtues is Leaping Bunny certified and a proud B-Corporation. As part of their partnership with Days For Girls, partial proceeds from each bottle will advance menstrual equity in North America by funding education, advocacy, and product distribution. All The 7 Virtues perfumes are hypoallergenic, vegan, cruelty-free, and gluten-free. Made without phthalates, parabens, sulfates, formaldehyde, or UV inhibitors and infused with sugarcane alcohol.

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