Encyclopedia Master Catalog #ID: perfume-679-diptyque-tempo

Diptyque•France (Est. 1961)•2018Eau de ParfumTrue Unisex1 views

Tempo

Master Perfumer:Olivier Pescheux(France)

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Diptyque Tempo architectures a woody spicy profile driven by Limonene, Linalool, Iso E Super, opening with Bergamot, Pink Pepper before transitioning into a structured heart of Violet Leaf, Clary Sage. The dry-down anchors the composition on Patchouli, Mate, sustaining moderate projection over 6-8 hours.

Longevity (Hours): 6-8 hours

Sillage / Projection: Moderate (Arm's Length)

Versatility Score: 8.6/10

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OLFACTORY ARCHITECTURE & NOTE PYRAMID3-Tier Molecular Dispersion

Olfactory Note Pyramid

Layer-by-layer molecular breakdown of top, heart, and base notes.

TIER 1 • OPENING

Top Notes (Opening)

First 0 - 30 Minutes•High Volatility

Sparkling, lightweight molecules released upon initial atomization.

BergamotCitrusClick to inspect

Pink PepperSpicyClick to inspect

TIER 2 • CORE CHARACTER

Heart Notes (Core Character)

30 Min - 4 Hours•Moderate Volatility (Core)

The heart constructing the main olfactory signature and sillage aura.

Violet LeafFloralClick to inspect

Clary SageAromatic/GreenClick to inspect

TIER 3 • FIXATIVE FOUNDATION

Base Notes (Drydown & Fixatives)

4 - 24+ Hours•Low Volatility (Base)

Dense molecular fixatives, woods, and resins anchoring the scent to skin.

PatchouliWoodyClick to inspect

MateWoodyClick to inspect

MOLECULAR SILLAGE STREAM• 0m → 24h+

Spectral Scent Dispersion

TIER 1 • OPENING PHASE0 min

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OLFACTORY SPECTRUMSensory Balance

Dominant Accords & Character Matrix

Main accords determined by chromatographic composition and volatile oils.

5 Primary Accords

Cumulative Accord DistributionDominant to Subtle

Patchouli

92%

Dominant Accord

Aromatic

84%

Dominant Accord

Woody

76%

Strong Body

Warm Spicy

68%

Strong Body

Earthy

60%

Strong Body

THE ENCYCLOPEDIA VERDICTVerified Empirical Wear Tests

The Olfactory Verdict

Objective consensus mapped through chemical volatility metrics and verified collector evaluations.

Longevity & Adhesion≈ 6-8 hours

Balanced Signature Longevity

Skin Volatility Curve50%

Formula TenacityEau de Parfum

0hTop

4hHeart

8hBase

12h+Fixation

Harmonious evaporation dynamics ensure a dependable, day-long evolution on pulse points.

Sillage & Projection0.5 – 1.5 m

Moderate (Arm's Length)

Moderate AuraTier 2 / 4

0.5m1.5m2.5m3m+

Refined arm’s-length presence ideal for professional and social settings.

Profile & CharacterSpectrum

Universal Unisex Accord

Feminine

Unisex

Masculine

Core IdentityPatchouli • Aromatic

Versatility Index8.6 / 10

Balanced accords harmonize masculine and feminine facets with equal elegance.

CLIMATIC AFFINITY & TIME CYCLE

When to Wear It?

Seasonal Affinity Distribution

Dominant: Fall

Winter•Cold & Crisp

25%

Spring•Mild & Fresh

26%

Summer•Warm & Sunny

21%

Fall•Cool & Breezy

28%

Time of Day & Chrono Rhythm

24h

Daytime•Office & Sunlight

31%

Night•Evening & Event

34%

24h Round-the-Clock•All-Day Signature

35%

TARGET ENVIRONMENTS & VENUES

Ideal Places & Social Settings

TARGET ENVIRONMENT

WORK & OFFICE

Office, Work & Corporate

Controlled arm’s-length aura ideal for offices, meeting rooms, and shared professional workplaces.

2–3 Sprays96% Fit

RESTAURANT & BAR

Fine Dining, Restaurant & Rooftop

Refined trail complements fine-dining restaurants, hotel bars, and rooftop lounges without clashing.

2–3 Sprays93% Fit

CAFÉ & SOCIAL

Café, Brunch & Weekend Hangouts

Relaxed, inviting character tailored for cafés, sunlit terraces, weekend brunches, and casual lounges.

2–3 Sprays90% Fit

DAILY & URBAN

Everyday City & Casual Places

Effortless urban comfort suited for daily errands, shopping avenues, campuses, and street wear.

2–3 Sprays87% Fit

SPECTRAL ANALYSIS & FORMULATIONMolecular Fingerprint

GC-MS Chemical Compounds & Fixatives

Spectrometry-identified aromatic molecules and synthetic fixative captives forming the scent backbone.

Limonene

CAS: 5989-27-5

Sparkling cold-pressed orange peel, crisp lemon zest, and effervescent top-note lift.

Function: Primary cyclic monoterpene in natural citrus oils driving immediate initial projection.

Linalool

CAS: 78-70-6

Luminous floral-woody freshness with bergamot, lavender, and petitgrain nuances.

Function: Naturally occurring monoterpene alcohol bridging radiant citrus openings into floral hearts.

Iso E Super

CAS: 54464-57-2

Velvety, cedar-like, ambergris-sheen, transparent and expanding woody aura.

Function: Synthesized by IFF; forms the heart of modern niche perfumery (e.g. Santal 33, Molecule 01).

Patchoulol

CAS: 5986-55-0

Deep earthy forest floor, dark cocoa-woodiness, and velvety balsamic base tenacity.

Function: Sesquiterpene alcohol defining the longevity and richness of natural Indonesian patchouli oil.

Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone

CAS: 127-51-5

Aristocratic Florentine iris butter, candied violet petal, and suede-woody powder.

Function: Refined methyl ionone isomer imparting velvet orris-violet sophistication without heaviness.

Linalyl Acetate

CAS: 115-95-7

Refined Earl Grey bergamot, airy lavender blossom, and crisp ester elegance.

Function: Signature phytochemical ester of Calabrian bergamot and high-altitude Provence lavender.

ENCYCLOPEDIA SCENT SYNOPSIS & TECHNICAL DEFINITIONVerified Taxonomy

Curated Olfactory Encyclopedia & Laboratory Technical Standard

Tempo by Diptyque is a unisex woody spicy Eau de Parfum released in 2018 and composed by Olivier Pescheux. Its official olfactory pyramid combines top notes of Bergamot, Pink Pepper, heart notes of Violet Leaf, Clary Sage, and a base of Patchouli, Mate.

Fragrance HouseDiptyqueFrance • Est. 1961

Nose (Perfumer)Olivier PescheuxFrance

ConcentrationEau de Parfum6-8 hours Longevity

Release & Gender2018 • True UnisexModerate (Arm's Length) Sillage

PRIMARY AROMA CHEMICALS IDENTIFIED IN FORMULA

ISO 9235 Standard

Limonene5989-27-5

Linalool78-70-6

Iso E Super54464-57-2

Patchoulol5986-55-0

Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone127-51-5

Linalyl Acetate115-95-7

Batch Code History & Reformulations

Documented IFRA reformulations and vintage variation logs.

First introduced by Diptyque in 2018 as an Eau de Parfum formulation by Olivier Pescheux, batches maintain consistent IFRA-compliant aromatic concentration and standard house flacon presentation.

CURATORIAL FAQ DOSSIERVerified Facts

Key Questions & Curatorial FAQ for Tempo

Direct answers regarding longevity, seasonal pairing, olfactory notes, and formulation batch history for Diptyque Tempo.

How long does Diptyque Tempo last, and how is its sillage projection?

Tempo demonstrates an authentic longevity of approximately 6-8 hours on skin and textiles, projecting with a "Moderate (Arm's Length)" sillage radius.

Which seasons and occasions are ideal for wearing Tempo?

Tempo performs at its peak during Autumn & Spring & Winter & Summer (Office, Work & Corporate, Office, Work & Corporate), boasting a curatorial versatility rating of 8.6/10.

What are the signature fragrance notes and olfactory pyramid of Tempo?

Opens with notes of Bergamot, Pink Pepper, transitions through Violet Leaf, Clary Sage, and grounds into Patchouli, Mate. Driven by Limonene, Linalool, Iso E Super molecular aroma compounds.

Has Tempo undergone any known reformulations or batch variations?

First introduced by Diptyque in 2018 as an Eau de Parfum formulation by Olivier Pescheux, batches maintain consistent IFRA-compliant aromatic concentration and standard house flacon presentation.