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Carpe Diem Tempus Vitae, introduced to the world in 2022, sits firmly in the category of a unisex fragrance, rooted in the wood, floral, aromatic, and balsamic families. Perfumer Kyle Mott-Kannenberg poured every ounce of mastery into this one. Offered in perfume extract concentration.
The birthplace of this fragrance — the United States, a place with a refined nose. Carpe Diem Tempus Vitae — the choice of those who appreciate depth and character in every detail.
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
The most concentrated form of perfume with a deep, multifaceted composition, exceptional durability, and an expressive 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 scent of Carpe Diem is built as an expressive line of development, where notes flow without rush and without gaps. The signature of Tempus Vitae is recognizable from the opening to the final trail. Nothing here feels random, and the fragrance holds its character from opening to trail. Perfume extract keeps a balanced rhythm of unfolding.
When the structure is mixed the fragrance opens as a single chord with a inspiring floral mood: Bergamot, Calendula, Jasmine, Labdanum, Linden blossom, Oak moss and Pink pepper.
The heart and base are felt as a continuous motion from lift to depth, which preserves the scent identity through drydown.
The internal accord map is driven by these accords: Balsamic, Citrus, Floral and Wood with each one in a clear role. Secondary accord layers such as Spicy expand the olfactory volume in the background.
At the note-group layer the structure relies on Citrus, Floral, Whiteflower and Balsamic. The framework further includes Earthy / Mossy, Spicy, Wood and Aromatic.
Overall Carpe Diem reads as a cohesive composition — the first stage creates momentum, the middle layer carries the identity, while the drydown anchors the memory. This is the type of composition best judged on skin.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Tempus Vitae |
| Segment | Natural perfumery |
| Country | United States |
| Website | https://tempusvitaeparfums.com |
| Year of production | 2022 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Perfume extract |
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