Porsche Design 2008 EDT

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The Essence

by Anne Flipo , Bruno Jovanovic

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Porsche Design The Essence is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2008, created by Anne Flipo and Bruno Jovanovic. The Essence opens with Blueberry and Juniper, settles into a heart of Pine, Pepper, and Coriander, and dries down to a base of Patchouli and Incense. Porsche Design's The Essence carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

This often-overlooked freshie punches above its weight, delivering a clean, woody-aromatic vibe that's surprisingly unique, especially for the price. Not a powerhouse, but a solid, inoffensive choice for everyday wear.
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  • Subtle
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The Essence Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Juniper51%
Blueberry49%
Heartas listed
Pine42%
Pepper32%
Coriander26%
Baseas listed
Incense52%
Patchouli48%

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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate longevity and sillage, combined with its inoffensive freshness, make it ideal for office and casual settings. While not overtly sporty, its clean profile suits active wear, though its slightly woody base might be a bit too relaxed for highly formal events.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

The Essence kicks off with a bright, slightly sweet burst of blueberry and juniper, evoking a crisp, uplifting freshness. This quickly settles into a more grounded heart of green pine, given a subtle kick by black pepper and a hint of coriander. The dry down introduces a gentle smokiness from incense, softened by earthy patchouli, creating a comfortable and subtly masculine finish.

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