What We Do Is Secret 2018 EDP

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Hallucinogenic Pearl

by Émilie Coppermann

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What We Do Is Secret Hallucinogenic Pearl is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Émilie Coppermann. Hallucinogenic Pearl opens with Bergamot, Pink Pepper, and Ambrette, settles into a heart of Iris and Violet, and dries down to a base of Suede, White Woods, and Musk. What We Do Is Secret's Hallucinogenic Pearl carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

Divisive and distinctive, this isn't for everyone. Some find it a realistic suede dream with a violet touch, others get industrial chemicals or a dusty shop. Try before you buy, but if it works for you, it's addictive.
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Hallucinogenic Pearl 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
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 Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate sillage and distinctive suede note make it a bit much for a formal office setting, but it shines on a date or for a unique casual statement. The strong, realistic suede might be too challenging for some in more traditional formal environments.

Ingredients and allergens

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Ethics and formulation

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About

Opens with a sharp, almost shocking, burst of bergamot and pink pepper, quickly giving way to a prominent, soft suede accord. This isn't a clean, polished leather, but more like a new shoe shop or a well-worn jacket. Powdery iris and delicate violet emerge, adding a touch of floral sweetness that some find reminiscent of 'purple' candies. The dry down settles into a musky, woody base, retaining that distinctive suede character with a hint of warmth.

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