Pesade, Blue Eyeshadow: elegance before the mirror
© Sigurd Magnor Killerud
Some fragrances do more than simply adorn the skin — they open a doorway, a ritual, a moment suspended in time. Blue Eyeshadow by pesade, a brand from South Korea, is one of these rare scents.
From the very first breath, its soft, sweet woody signature envelops the wearer in a tangible embrace. The cold, spicy resin of cardamom transforms this embrace into an act of welcome, grounding rather than dreaming, a conduit to another world. This fragrance becomes a passage — a tunnel toward exploration of the creative and emotional life of those who wear it.
© Sigurd Magnor Killerud
A green, woody opening with a dramatic edge
The top notes of palisander rosewood and cardamom define an opening both crisp and enveloping. The aromatic interplay is structured, almost architectural, evoking the deliberate precision of ritual — the careful sweep of eyeshadow, the measured adjustment of a garment, the mindfulness of touch. The fragrance is alive in its clarity: it does not float like a fantasy but guides, inviting presence and attention to the moment.
Depth, Powder, and Texture
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Oud, sandalwood, and vetiver form a heart that is aromatic, powdery, and tactile. The scent evokes the textures of vintage makeup powders, the soft caress of silk, the quiet drama of a private dressing room. Here, the perfume captures sophistication and approachability, blending elegance with imperfection.
The composition grows smoother, more contemplative, without ever losing its character.
It conveys poise and resilience, a refined presence that feels simultaneously strong and tender.
A soft, luminous trail
The base unfolds into a warm, enveloping veil. Tonka bean, amber, and vanilla provide a lingering softness, contrasting with the initial structure and spice. The trail is intimate, human, and measured — never overpowering — offering a gentle resonance that follows the wearer like a memory. Here, the fragrance achieves its balance: strength tempered by tenderness, presence infused with intimacy, drama softened by comfort.
© Sigurd Magnor Killerud
Color as Compass
Blue Eyeshadow invites reflection and playful ritual. Choose a color — for your mood, your intentions, or the energy you wish to cultivate — and let it guide your aesthetic choices, your gestures, and even your day. In this practice, the fragrance becomes a medium for self-awareness and creativity, a daily exercise in translating emotion and inspiration into tangible, beautiful acts.
It reminds us that elegance, like life itself, is never about perfection, but about presence, choice, and the poetic embrace of imperfection.
© Sigurd Magnor Killerud
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