Kym Tavares: The Story Behind Roma Saudade
Kym Tavares: The Story Behind Roma Saudade
Some words are too beautiful to translate. They are meant to be felt.
There are emotions that exist beyond language.
Feelings so profound that no single word can fully capture them.
For Kym Tavares, one word came closer than any other.
Saudade.
A treasured word in Portuguese culture, saudade speaks of longing, nostalgia, love, gratitude, hope, and the quiet beauty of remembering people and moments that forever shape our lives.
That emotion became the soul of Roma Saudade.
Known throughout the fragrance community as Kymestry, Kym has become one of its most respected voices. Her thoughtful reviews, welcoming personality, and genuine passion for fragrance have inspired thousands of people around the world. Beyond fragrance, she has spent years helping people transform the way they see themselves through her career as a hairstylist.
Confidence has always been her greatest work.
Not simply changing appearances.
Helping people rediscover themselves.
Roma Saudade is the fragrance expression of that journey.
Beauty Begins Within
Every day Kym has watched people walk into her salon carrying invisible burdens.
Stress.
Heartbreak.
Self doubt.
Exhaustion.
Sometimes they came looking for a new hairstyle.
What they often left with was something much greater.
Renewed confidence.
A fresh perspective.
A reminder that beauty begins long before anyone notices our appearance.
That lesson shaped every decision behind Roma Saudade.
She never wanted to create a fragrance that simply smelled elegant.
She wanted to create one that reminded people of their own strength.
The Meaning Behind Saudade
Few words carry the emotional depth of saudade.
It is remembering without regret.
Missing someone while remaining grateful they were part of your life.
Finding beauty inside longing.
Holding onto hope while embracing change.
For Kym, that emotion perfectly represents the human experience.
Every joyful memory.
Every difficult season.
Every lesson.
Every relationship.
They all become part of who we are.
Roma Saudade celebrates every chapter.
Not because life is always easy.
Because every chapter has value.
Building a Signature Scent
Kym envisioned a fragrance that felt sophisticated from the very first spray while revealing increasing warmth throughout the day.
The opening introduces sparkling bergamot with vibrant pink pepper that immediately creates brightness and energy. Cardamom brings refined spice while juicy pear softens the composition with modern elegance.
As the fragrance develops, its heart begins to bloom.
Luxurious jasmine sambac intertwines beautifully with orange blossom while saffron introduces richness and intrigue. Black tea quietly anchors the composition, creating a refined elegance that feels both comforting and unforgettable.
Hours later, the fragrance reveals its deepest character.
Creamy Australian sandalwood forms the foundation alongside vanilla, amberwood, ambroxan, Iso E Super, cashmere musk, and cedarwood.
The dry down is smooth.
Elegant.
Powerful without ever becoming loud.
The result is timeless.
Sophisticated.
Completely captivating.
Fragrance Breakdown
Top Note
- Bergamot
- Pink Pepper
- Cardamom
- Pear
Heart Note
- Jasmine Sambac
- Orange Blossom
- Saffron
- Black Tea
Base Note
- Australian Sandalwood
- Vanilla
- Amberwood
- Ambroxan
- Iso E Super
- Cashmere Musk
- Cedarwood
More Than a Fragrance
Roma Saudade is about embracing every part of your story.
The victories.
The disappointments.
The relationships.
The lessons.
Kym believes confidence is never something we are born with.
It is something we discover through experience.
Every challenge leaves wisdom behind.
Every memory becomes another layer of who we are.
Roma Saudade celebrates that journey with grace and gratitude.
A Creator Who Elevates Others
One of the reasons Kym has become such an important figure within the fragrance community is her generosity.
She celebrates the success of others.
She shares knowledge freely.
She encourages creativity instead of competition.
Her authenticity has earned the respect of both creators and collectors alike.
Within the Roma Collective, Kym’s influence extends far beyond her own fragrance.
Her experience in fragrance development, creativity, and collaboration continues helping shape many of the projects that define the Collective today.
She does not simply create.
She helps others create something extraordinary.
Part of the Roma Collective
The Roma Collective exists because every creator has a story worth telling.
Roma Saudade tells the story of transformation.
Of memory.
Of gratitude.
It reminds us that our past does not hold us back.
It prepares us for everything still waiting ahead.
As one of the founding creators of the Roma Collective, Kym continues inspiring others to embrace confidence, creativity, and authenticity while helping build a movement unlike anything the fragrance industry has seen before.
Looking Ahead
Roma Saudade represents more than Kym first signature fragrance.
It represents the beginning of a lasting legacy.
As the Roma Collective continues expanding through fragrance launches, creator collaborations, and the upcoming docuseries, Kym remains committed to helping people discover beauty, confidence, and purpose through fragrance.
Because some emotions cannot be explained.
They must be experienced.
And sometimes…
The fragrance that stays with us the longest is the one that quietly reminds us exactly who we are.
About Roma Saudade
Roma Saudade by Kym Tavares is an original fragrance handcrafted by Roma Parfum as part of the Roma Collective.
Created to celebrate confidence, transformation, elegance, and the beauty of life’s unforgettable moments, Roma Saudade blends sparkling citrus, luxurious florals, creamy sandalwood, and warm woods into a fragrance that is both timeless and deeply personal.
Fragrance Family: Woody Floral
Status: In Development • Available for Preorder
Every bottle is a celebration of memory, resilience, and the enduring beauty found in every chapter of life.
Roma Parfum
Scent is Memory Made Visible.