Retrospection Jmp Artisan Perfumes
At a glance
Is Retrospection Jmp Artisan Perfumes worth trying?
Retrospection by JMP Artisan Perfumes is a Aromatic Fougere fragrance for women and men.
- Best match
- Evening, Special Occasion wear in Fall, Winter
- Performance feel
- Very Good longevity with Strong sillage
- Signature profile
- aromatic, woody, animalic with Galbanum, Aldehydes, Wormwood
The first impression
Retrospection by JMP Artisan Perfumes is a Aromatic Fougere fragrance for women and men. This is a new fragrance. Retrospection was launched in 2022. The nose behind this fragrance is Jakub Pietrynka. Top notes are Galbanum, Aldehydes, Wormwood, Bergamot, Rosemary, Lavender and Petitgrain; middle notes are Orange Blossom, Lily-of-the-Valley, Jasmine, Clary Sage, Rose, Geranium, Coriander and Cloves; base notes are Civet, Oakmoss, Leather, Beeswax, Orris Root, Musk, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Vetiver, Amber, Cedar, Olibanum and Tonka Bean.
What shapes the scent
The perfumer behind it
Jakub Pietrynka
Jakub Pietrynka is a Polish perfumer and the founder of JMP Artisan Perfumes, based in Krakow. He has created a range of fragrances including Delusion, Eccentricity, and Endless Forest, often featuring woody, incense, and forest-inspired notes. His work also includes Intimate Spell for Grande, reflecting a focus on natural and handcrafted compositions.
Notes pyramid
Top Notes
First impression · 15-30 min
Galbanum
Aldehydes
Wormwood
Bergamot
Rosemary
Lavender
Petitgrain
Heart Notes
Core character · 2-4 hours
Orange Blossom
Lily-of-the-Valley
Jasmine
Clary Sage
Rose
Geranium
Coriander
Cloves
Base Notes
Lasting impression · 4+ hours
Civet
Oakmoss
Leather
Beeswax
Orris Root
Musk
Sandalwood
Patchouli
Vetiver
Amber
Cedar
Olibanum
Tonka Bean
The mood it creates
The Mystic Archetype: Portrait of Retrospection Jmp Artisan Perfumes
Essence
The Mystic walks between worlds, and Retrospection is their olfactory sigil. The opening of galbanum and wormwood is eerie, almost otherworldly, while the floral heart of orange blossom and jasmine suggests a connection to the divine. The base of civet, leather, and oakmoss grounds the scent in ancient, earthy mysticism.
Style & Aesthetic
They wear flowing robes, antique talismans, and boots caked with dirt from forgotten paths. Their aesthetic is part hermit, part oracle, mirroring the fragrance's blend of the ethereal and the visceral. Every piece they own has a story, a history.
Philosophy & Values
They seek the unseen, the truths hidden beneath the surface. The clary sage and cloves in the heart notes speak to their belief in the power of ritual. They value intuition above all, trusting the whispers of the wind.
Relationships
They attract those who are lost, who need guidance. Their relationships are intense, often fleeting, like the incense smoke that lingers in the air. The animalic musk in the base suggests a magnetism that borders on the uncanny.
Lifestyle
Their days are governed by moon phases and sacred texts. They might be found foraging for herbs at dawn or sketching sigils by candlelight. The leather and beeswax notes hint at a life lived at the edges of the ordinary.
Shadow
Their detachment can become isolation. The aldehydes and wormwood warn of a tendency to lose themselves in the abyss. They must remember that wisdom is useless if not shared.
Conclusion
Retrospection is the scent of a seer, a wanderer of liminal spaces. It’s for those who dare to look beyond the veil and bring back fragments of the unknown.
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