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Eau de parfum
Testament London Pulse
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Testament London Pulse — Character and Mood
Testament London Pulse is a unisex eau de parfum released in 2023 by the British brand Testament London.
The composition belongs to the oriental fragrance family and was created for those who appreciate expressive, rich and noticeable fragrances with a deep character.
Pulse comes across as a dark, spicy and resinous perfume in which oriental luxury meets a modern niche style.
The fragrance was created by Christian Carbonnel and Chris Maurice. Their work is built around the contrast between a dry, smoky opening, a spicy heart and a warm woody-amber base.
As a result, Testament London Pulse unfolds with volume and gradual development while maintaining a cohesive, distinctive character throughout its wear.
Fragrance Pyramid and Development
The top notes greet you with smoke, incense and saffron.
The opening is intense, slightly mysterious and spicy: the smoky accent lends the composition a mineral dryness, while incense emphasizes its oriental character.
Saffron makes the first moments warmer and more expressive, preventing the fragrance from becoming too austere.
Patchouli and rose emerge at the heart. Patchouli adds an earthy woodiness and a touch of bitterness, while rose softens the composition, introducing a dark floral nuance.
As a result, the fragrance remains focused and rich, while gaining more nuance and suppleness.
The base of Testament London Pulse unfolds with amber, oud and vanilla.
Oud creates a dense woody framework, amber provides a warm resinous glow, and vanilla adds a soft gourmand sweetness.
The finish is deep, long-lasting and multilayered, gradually leaving a warm oriental trail on the skin.
Sillage and Wearability
Pulse has very powerful sillage, making it well suited to occasions when you want to make an impression.
It feels especially natural in the evening, in cool weather and in formal settings, when rich amber, balsamic and woody compositions reveal their beauty most fully.
This is not an unobtrusive everyday accent, but a striking perfume for a confident look.
The fragrance is positioned as unisex and may appeal to both women and men who prefer oriental compositions with oud, incense and spices.
Because of its high intensity, it should be applied moderately, especially indoors.
The product information does not specify exact recommendations for the number of sprays on skin and clothing, so it is best to adjust the dosage gradually, taking your own perception and the size of the space into account.
Similar Fragrances
Those interested in the rich oriental profile of Testament London Pulse may wish to explore Tiziana Terenzi Mirach, as well as compare it with Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Aswad and The Spirit of Dubai Rimal.
These fragrances share an expressive character, noticeable depth and a fondness for warm woody and amber nuances, while Pulse stands out through its combination of smoke, saffron, rose and vanilla.
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