Electimuss
A unique visual signature based on accords, character, and seasonality
The star anise-lemon combination hits with surprising assertiveness, almost jarring in its herbal sharpness—reminiscent of absinthe without the sweetness. It's immediately distinctive, unapologetic, establishing Auster's character within seconds.
Geranium and clove emerge gradually, softening the anise's aggressive edges whilst maintaining an aromatic, slightly powdery warmth. The fragrance becomes more approachable here, revealing green, peppery facets that suggest aged florals rather than fresh blooms—a scent settling into contemplation.
Cedar and sandalwood dominate as ambergris and musk create a second skin, intimate and resinous. The base compounds into something almost leathery and vintage, with patchouli's earthy bite keeping sentimentality at bay—a lingering, meditative embrace that feels deeply personal.
Auster arrives as a provocation—all sharp angles and deliberate contradictions. The star anise leading edge immediately signals something unconventional; this isn't a fragrance seeking consensus. It's a scent that wants to unsettle, to intrigue, to demand a second sniff rather than merely pleasant accommodation on the skin.
What makes Auster compelling is its refusal to soften its edges. The lemon doesn't arrive as a bright, effervescent top note seeking airiness—instead, it's almost austere (fittingly), cut through by anise's liquorice-like spice and the warm, slightly bitter resin of geranium. These three notes create an immediate tension: there's almost a herbal, medicinal quality competing with subtle sweetness. The clove deepens this aromatic intrigue, adding a peppery warmth that feels decidedly old-world apothecary rather than modern perfumery.
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