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Oil-based perfume
Deep Midnight Perfumes Brillantus
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Deep Midnight Perfumes Brillantus — a fragrance with character
Brillantus Perfume Oil is an oil-based perfume by Deep Midnight Perfumes, released in 2002.
This is a unisex fragrance from the Cat's Lost Scents collection, where floral softness meets a distinctive chypre base.
The composition is ideal for those who appreciate unusual oil-based formulas, a noticeable presence and fragrances with a vintage mood.
Brillantus is classified as belonging to the chypre and floral families.
This combination is generally perceived as multifaceted: fresh citrus notes create a dynamic opening, floral nuances lend elegance to the composition, while mossy-woody and musky accents form a deep background.
As a result, the fragrance does not smell merely sweet or fresh, but composed, textured and quite distinctive.
Release history and brand style
Brillantus is associated with the Deep Midnight Perfumes house, which, according to the available brand information, was founded in Germany in 2010 and builds its aesthetic around stories, myths and journeys into other worlds.
The fragrance itself is listed in the database as having been released in 2002.
This combination of details makes Brillantus especially intriguing for fans of perfume archives and mysterious releases with a legend of their own.
The composition was created by perfumer Cat Marx. Her work unfolds through the contrast of transparent citrus accords, flowers, moss, woods and warm tonka bean nuances.
This makes Brillantus appealing to those looking for a unisex fragrance without a rigid association with traditionally masculine or feminine scent profiles.
Development and olfactory character
At the heart of the composition is a citrus accord with bergamot, which adds freshness and a subtle sparkle.
Rose and jasmine then join in: the floral duo softens the strict facets of the chypre character while preserving its elegant poise.
As the fragrance develops, cedar, oakmoss, musk and tonka bean become more noticeable.
The woody-mossy base gives the fragrance depth, musk makes the trail more cohesive, and tonka adds a warm, slightly spicy nuance.
Brillantus’s note pyramid is built around a combination of citrus, floral, woody, mossy, spicy and musky nuances.
Longevity, sillage and application
Brillantus is an oil-based perfume with very strong sillage.
It is therefore especially well suited to evenings, cool weather, special occasions and situations when you want to leave a noticeable, recognizable impression.
In warm weather, it is best used more sparingly so that its rich character remains comfortable.
The available information does not specify the exact recommended number of applications on skin or clothing.
Given its very strong sillage, it is sensible to start with a minimal amount, assess how it develops on the skin and only then intensify the fragrance if necessary.
A separate concentration for Brillantus is not specified in the database.
Who is Brillantus for?
This fragrance will appeal to women and men who enjoy distinctive chypre compositions with a floral heart and a deep woody-mossy base.
It may be an excellent choice for fans of fragrances with a retro touch, but without feeling like a simple recreation of a classic.
Related directions to explore include Bottega Profumiera Rose Poudre, Laura Ashley No. 1 and EcoParfum Vintage.
They offer an opportunity to continue exploring floral, vintage and expressive compositions, while Brillantus stands out for its oil-based formula, very strong sillage and combination of citrus, moss, woods and musk.
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