Aēsop 2022 EDP

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Eidesis

by Barnabé Fillion

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Aēsop Eidesis is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022, created by Barnabé Fillion. Eidesis opens with Petitgrain, Pepper, and Frankincense, settles into a heart of Cedar and Cumin, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood and Vetiver. Aēsop's Eidesis carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

Eidesis is a contemplative, smoky-woody scent that balances spicy freshness with resinous warmth, making it a quietly distinctive statement for those seeking depth and maturity. Reserved but memorable, it is perfect for introspective souls.
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  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Elegant
  • Woody
Eidesis Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

The spicy-resinous and woody character, with cumin and frankincense, makes Eidesis ideal for cooler weather and crisp, damp air. Its complexity and warmth bloom in fall and winter, but its aromatic freshness also allows for use during spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Eidesis's moderate projection and nuanced woody-spicy presence suit creative workplaces, gallery nights, and intimate evenings. Its complexity and restraint make it appropriate for formal or artistic occasions but too meditative for sporty or highly casual settings.

Ingredients and allergens

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Ethics and formulation

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About

Eidesis Eau de Parfum opens with a burst of black pepper and frankincense, immediately conjuring a textured interplay of spicy brightness and smoky resin. As it unfolds, the heart reveals nuanced cedar and cumin, imbuing the scent with a dry, aromatic woodiness that hints at ancient rituals and forest undergrowth. The base is a lingering, enigmatic blend of sandalwood, vetiver, and more cedar, creating a warm, enveloping trail that is as meditative as it is sophisticated. The overall effect is quietly powerful-a modern, mysterious perfume that invites reflection and presence.

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