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In 2015, Filigree & Shadow introduced Iota — a fragrance that's hard to forget. A unisex fragrance rooted in the wood and floral families. It was created by perfumer James Elliott. Offered in eau de parfum concentration.
The birthplace of this fragrance — the United States, a place with a refined nose. A rich, layered composition that reveals itself differently depending on your mood and the time of day.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences
A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail
Fragrances for spring and summer unfold with light citrus notes, floral and fruity accords, filling the composition with freshness, airiness, and a feeling of carefree lightness on warm days
The note pyramid of Iota is built as a living composition, where layers reveal themselves smoothly and sequentially. The signature of Filigree & Shadow is clear in the way notes appear and fade. Nothing here feels random, and the fragrance holds its character from opening to trail. Eau de parfum keeps a balanced rhythm of unfolding.
As soon as the fragrance opens you meet radiant lemon-bergamot top notes: Mandarin, Neroli, Olives and Petitgrain. Exactly these 4 notes shape a sensation of cool purity that anchors the first impression immediately.
When the opening settles you meet Boronia, Iris, Narcissus and Rose keeping a harmonious floral direction.
The accord profile is driven by these accords: Balsamic, Citrus, Floral and Musc forming a compact and readable structure. Secondary accord layers such as Wood, Powdery, Marine and Vegetable enrich the profile without taking over.
From the group perspective the composition is built around Citrus, Floral, Fruit and Whiteflower. It also reaches into Balsamic, Earthy / Mossy, Green and Musk.
In summary Iota holds a coherent structure — the start forms character, the middle layer carries the identity, while the drydown anchors the memory. These are the fragrances best judged through real development.
| 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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