DECISION: the expression of a transformative moment

In keeping with Salmon and Bisch’s attempt to convey the life-changing power of a conscious choice, the opening of Decision is extraordinarily piercing: an olfactory bolt of lightning banishing the darkness of uncertainty. This striking effect is achieved through a combination of Bergamot, Juniper Berries, Frankincense and Myrrh. The former lend a cool, woody quality – echoing the petrified bark of the trees – while the remainder project a flinty, citrusy, mineralic sparkle. The luminosity of the trio is arresting and unavoidable, compelling all around to take note of its might.

After this unequivocal beginning, the light appears to spread further, aided by the all-pervasive, gleaming effect of Atlas Cedarwood. When coupled with a deeply grounding, almost surprisingly warm Vanilla in the base, the wood note captures the profoundly liberating effect of acceptance. It imbues its wearer with the conviction that all of life is there for the taking – as long as one makes a determined attempt to surrender to its complexities.

Uncompromising, distinctive and incandescent, the perfume captures the paradox that lies at the core of all of life’s most powerful decisions: it is focussed on its goal while remaining open to countless possibilities.

Ageing: Maturation: 2 weeks
            Maceration: 3 weeks.