Tuberosa Cultus Artem

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2019

At a glance

Is Tuberosa Cultus Artem worth trying?

Tuberosa by Cultus Artem is a Floral fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Evening, Special Occasion wear in Spring
Performance feel
Good longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile
white floral, amber, tuberose with Indian Tuberose, Siam Benzoin, Bergamot

The first impression

Tuberosa by Cultus Artem is a Floral fragrance for women and men. Tuberosa was launched in 2019. The nose behind this fragrance is Holly Tupper.

What shapes the scent

white floral 100%
amber 85%
tuberose 70%
citrus 60%
warm spicy 50%
yellow floral 40%
sweet 35%
powdery 30%
woody 25%
animalic 20%

The perfumer behind it

Holly Tupper

Holly Tupper

Holly Tupper is a perfumer for Cultus Artem, where she has created fragrances such as Alba, Amara, and Tuberosa. Her work often highlights single botanical notes like champaca, rose, and vetiver, emphasizing purity and natural beauty. Tupper’s style is minimalist and focused, allowing each ingredient to shine.

Notes pyramid

All Notes

Complete scent profile

Indian Tuberose Indian Tuberose
Siam Benzoin Siam Benzoin
Bergamot Bergamot
Ylang-Ylang Ylang-Ylang
Apricot Apricot
Gardenia Gardenia
Tolu Balsam Tolu Balsam
Clove Clove
Sandalwood Sandalwood

The mood it creates

The Sovereign Archetype: Portrait of Tuberosa Cultus Artem

Essence

The Sovereign archetype commands attention through quiet authority rather than brute force. Tuberosa Cultus Artem embodies this regal presence with its narcotic white florals anchored by benzoin and sandalwood - a throne room where gardenia and ylang-ylang hold court. The apricot note adds just enough approachability to prevent austerity.

Style & Aesthetic

They favor structured silhouettes in luxurious fabrics - a wool crepe blazer, a silk charmeuse scarf. Their jewelry is substantial but never flashy, much like how the clove and bergamot provide subtle ornamentation to the tuberose's grandeur. Every detail speaks of considered power.

Philosophy & Values

Leadership, to them, means creating conditions for others to flourish. The tolu balsam's warmth reflects their belief in stewardship over domination. They see beauty as a responsibility - the gardenia's fleeting bloom must be protected, just as cultural treasures require preservation.

Relationships

They attract devotees but discourage sycophancy. Romantic partners are equals who appreciate their Siam benzoin-like depth without trying to dilute it. The ylang-ylang's sweetness emerges only for those who've earned their trust through consistent character.

Lifestyle

Their calendar balances state functions with private study. You might find them hosting a charity gala one night, then spending the next morning pruning roses in wellies. The fragrance's good longevity mirrors their endurance in commitments.

Shadow

Their dignity can harden into aloofness; the animalic undertones hint at repressed desires for abandon. When unbalanced, they may mistake isolation for strength, much like how the tuberose sometimes overwhelms the composition's citrus freshness.

Conclusion

Tuberosa Cultus Artem doesn't announce its arrival - it simply changes the atmosphere. Like the Sovereign at their best, it demonstrates that true influence needs no fanfare, only unwavering presence.