BeauFort London 2019 EDP

U ££ Statement

Terror & Magnificence

by Pia Long

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BeauFort London Terror & Magnificence is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Pia Long. Terror & Magnificence opens with Birch Tar, Pepper, and Saffron, settles into a heart of Papyrus, Tobacco, and Incense, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Labdanum, Benzoin, and Myrrh. BeauFort London's Terror & Magnificence carries a Statement verdict, an amber-led wear.

This one's a wild ride. Expect a polarising scent profile that some adore for its dark complexity and others dismiss as a novelty. Don't blind buy, sample first to see if you're ready for its brutal charms.
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Calm
  • Cozy
  • Confident
Terror & Magnificence Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Formal

Its potent, smoky character and often industrial opening make it unsuitable for an office environment. However, its unique and dark allure positions it well for special occasions, from intimate dates to bold formal events, for those who dare to wear something so distinctive.

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About

Terror & Magnificence opens with a punchy, almost industrial birch tar and black pepper, quickly joined by the leathery warmth of saffron. As it settles, a dark, smoky incense takes centre stage, weaving through the dry, earthy papyrus and rich tobacco. The base anchors the scent with rugged labdanum, a mineral 'stone' accord, and deep vetiver, creating an atmosphere that's both haunting and strangely compelling, with a hint of warm, sweet resin from the myrrh and benzoin.