Thomas Kosmala 2018 EDP

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Crépuscule Ardent

by Thomas Kosmala

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Thomas Kosmala Crépuscule Ardent is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Thomas Kosmala. Crépuscule Ardent opens with Saffron, settles into a heart of Jasmine and Frankincense, and dries down to a base of Suede, Leather, and Amber. Thomas Kosmala's Crépuscule Ardent carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect potent, luxurious leather, but be warned - some find it an absolute beast, while others reckon it's just 'eh'. If you're after a Tom Ford vibe without the price tag, this could be your dark horse.
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  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Soft
  • Elegant
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Crépuscule Ardent Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Saffron100%
Heartas listed
Frankincense59%
Jasmine41%
Baseas listed
Leather39%
Suede37%
Amber24%

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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Winter
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its immense longevity and sillage make it unsuitable for an office environment, but perfect for dates or evening events where its bold character can shine. It's a bit too 'dressed up' for casual daytime wear and utterly wrong for sport.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT., FRAGRANCE, AQUA (WATER), ALPHA ISOMETHYL IONONE, BENZYL BENZOATE, CITRONELLOL, GERANIOL, HEXYL CINNAMAL, LIMONENE, LINALOOL, METHYL 2-OCTYNOATE.

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Crépuscule Ardent kicks off with a shimmering veil of saffron, quickly giving way to a rich, almost smoky heart of frankincense and a whisper of jasmine. The real showstopper, though, is the base: an intense, animalic leather accord, softened by velvety suede and warmed by a deep, resinous amber. It's bold, unapologetic, and sticks around for ages.

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