Trussardi 2008 EDT

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Essenza del Tempo

by Sophie Labbé

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Trussardi Essenza del Tempo is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2008, created by Sophie Labbé. Essenza del Tempo opens with Carrot Seeds, Amber, Bergamot, and Ginger, settles into a heart of Floral Notes, Iris, Ambrette, and Balsamic Vinegar, and dries down to a base of Resins, Cedar, and Coffee. Trussardi's Essenza del Tempo carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

Divisive and discontinued, Essenza del Tempo is either a unique, subtle, elegant unisex gem or a generic, short-lived disappointment. Those who love it mourn its loss and praise its comfortable, natural feel.
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  • Subtle
  • Elegant
  • Fresh
  • Relaxed
  • Clean
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Essenza del Tempo Eau de Toilette 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
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 Fall

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date Sport

Its moderate longevity and sillage make it suitable for casual daytime wear, as many reviewers noted its fresh, comfortable, and easy-going nature. While some find it elegant enough for a date or even office, its subtlety and unique accords might be less suited for formal events.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Essenza del Tempo opens with a fresh, somewhat retro citrus burst of bergamot and ginger, underscored by the earthy nuance of carrot seeds. As it settles, a soft, powdery iris emerges, blended with delicate floral notes and a surprisingly gentle, unique balsamic vinegar accord. The dry-down reveals a warm, woody base of cedar and resins, with a subtle coffee note adding depth and a touch of quiet elegance.

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