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The house of Filigree & Shadow gifted the world with Alioth in 2015. A unisex fragrance rooted in the spicy and aromatic families. The nose behind this fragrance — James Elliott. The fragrance is presented as eau de parfum.
Country of origin — the United States. Alioth Filigree & Shadow unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.
The fragrance is highly persistent and lasts on the skin for up to 8–10 hours, gradually revealing its notes and allowing you to enjoy the full bouquet throughout the day
The scent is clearly present near you, but it does not fill the entire space
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The note pyramid of Alioth is shaped as a continuous scent journey, where accents shift without rush and without gaps. The style of Filigree & Shadow is clear in the way notes appear and fade. No excess details, only what works, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Eau de parfum keeps the right density and pace of development.
The olfactory framework is driven by these accords: Balsamic, Aromatic, Citrus and Wood with each one in a clear role. Additional accords such as Amber and Spicy expand the olfactory volume in the background. The profile is unisex, which sharpens how the fragrance is perceived.
Right at the start you detect invigorating sunny top notes: Bergamot, Coriander and Orange.
In the central layer you notice Ginger, Hemp, Hops and Lavender holding a cool herbal direction.
From the group perspective the composition is built around Citrus, Spicy, Green and Ambery. The palette also extends to Balsamic, Wood and Aromatic. At family level the composition sits in Aromatic and Spicy.
In summary Alioth sounds complete from start to finish — the first stage creates momentum, the heart develops the core line, and the final phase leaves a stable imprint. These are the fragrances best judged in wear.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Filigree & Shadow |
| Segment | Niche perfumery |
| Country | United States |
| Website | https://www.filigreeandshadow.co/ |
| Year of production | 2015 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
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