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Tom Wolfe #234 Illuminum, unveiled in 2016, is classified as a unisex fragrance, rooted in the fern and wood families. Part of the 95 Percent collection, available as eau de parfum.
Expect a delicate sillage: a quiet, intimate presence. Every application feels like a little ritual — longevity is low. Made in the United Kingdom. A rich, layered composition that reveals itself differently depending on your mood and the time of day.
The fragrance has low persistence and lasts on the skin for about 2–3 hours, gradually fading and smoothly revealing its main notes
A subtle trail—just a hint of fragrance
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 olfactory structure of Tom Wolfe #234 is built as a continuous scent journey, where accents shift smoothly and sequentially. The creative approach of Illuminum is recognizable in details that define the fragrance identity. Every decision feels deliberate, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Eau de parfum keeps a balanced rhythm of unfolding.
At olfactory-group level the structure relies on Citrus, Aromatic, Floral and Ambery. It also reaches into Wood. Within olfactory families the composition sits in Fern and Wood.
In the first seconds you catch sparkling citrus first notes: Bergamot and Fennel.
When the opening settles you meet Geranium and Neroli carrying a opulent floral direction.
The accord profile is shaped by these accords: Aromatic, Citrus, Floral and Wood with each one in a clear role. Secondary accord layers such as Amber add depth to the backdrop. The gender direction is unisex, which clarifies the composition character. In longevity terms Low suggests confident staying power.
Taken together Tom Wolfe #234 reads as a cohesive composition — the first stage creates momentum, the middle layer carries the identity, and the base secures the trail. These are the fragrances best experienced on skin.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Illuminum |
| Segment | Niche perfumery |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Website | http://www.illuminumlondon.com |
| Year of production | 2016 |
| Status | Limited edition |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
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