Pigmentarium Murmur Review (Jakub Florian Hiermann) + Czech Coup de Foudre Giveaway

 

 Pigmentarium Murmur

Pigmentarium Murmur is sensuality and intimacy in a bottle – Background image via Midjourney using #murmur, #love, #woman and #patchouli keywords, bottle ©Pigmentarium and collage ©Emmanuelle Varron.

A few months ago, I had the opportunity to discover Pigmentarium, a young Czech perfume brand created in 2018 by CEO Tomáš Ric (who made a career in fashion), thanks to an artistic event organized in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Jakub Florian Hiermann, passionate about perfumes since childhood, trained while living in London and created the brand’s six fragrances. Pigmentarium (a Latin term designating the place where make-up and perfumes were sold together) is highly committed to Czech culture and craftsmanship, regularly teaming up with local artists to highlight its creations in evocative and modern visuals or displays.

Tomáš Ric founder and CEO and Jakub Florian Hiermann, perfumer

Tomáš Ric, Pigmentarium founder and CEO and Jakub Florian Hiermann, perfumer – via Pigmentarium, collage ©Emmanuelle Varron.

I discovered Pigmentarium during an exhibition featuring several works by sculptor Tereza Štětinová at the Czech Cultural Center, located 18 rue Bonaparte. In the middle of some of her masterpieces was Genesis, the brands’s latest fragrance, originally created exclusively for the artist, but finally integrated into the collection. And since the occasion was also to introduce Pigmentarium to Parisian perfumes lovers, all the creations were available for discovery. Of course, I did not hesitate to test the six fragrances and each of the fragrances made a strong impression on me, as did the bottles.  Each of Pigmentarium’s perfumes use raw materials that evoke personal emotions  they unfold based on the unique alchemy of our skin: Ad Libitum, green and sparkling, Erotikon, sweet and blazing, Paradiso, mineral and spiritual, Azabache, a captivating aromatic floral, Genesis, fresh and inspiring. Murmur was my “coup de foudre.”

 

The inspiration for Pigmentarium Murmur was apparent  from the first spray: sensuality, animality and passion in a bottle. Pigmentarium Murmur sticks to the skin, and doesn’t leave it for many hours, playing on amber, balmy and woody nuances, both potent and passionate. A few years ago, the brand’s press related that Murmur was inspired by the tumultuous relationship between Napoleon and Josephine; according to legend the French emperor wrote a letter to his wife “Home in three days; don’t wash”. Sensitive noses can be reassured: animality in Pigmentarium Murmur is dosed in a subtle way, perceptible but not overwhelming

Pigmentarium Murmur

Pigmentarium latest campaign shot in the historical building of Prague’s National Theatre – ©Hana Knížová / Pigmentarium.

Unlike most sensual and intense perfumes, Pigmentarium Murmur does not open with a citrus note, usually used by perfumers to gently raise the temperature. The amber facet immediately seizes my nostrils, plunging me into a warm and enveloping cocoon, with a reassuring roundness. My skin is in perfect symbiosis, and my brain unfolds familiar sensations, linked to the multiple scents of this olfactory family to which I have been faithful for many years. The rose brings a velvety and suave touch, a hint of honey and very slightly lemony side: it fits quite naturally with patchouli which in Pigmentarium Murmur plays on moist earthy nuances, evoking the moistness of the body as the desire for the loved one rises. Agarwood and sandalwood amplify the amber facet perceived the first few seconds, adding a few extra degrees of sensuality to my skin. The civet, dosed sparingly, brings the famous animal note that would have delighted Napoleon; bursting forth, she delivers her carnality in small waves, playing hide and seek with my senses and my imagination. Finally, musk offers its skin-deep roundness to a composition that blows on real olfactory embers. Both intimate and expressive, Pigmentarium Murmur is a fragrance to be savored. Like whispers shared with your loved one, transported by the beats of two hearts united for a few minutes… or eternity.

Notes: amber, rose, patchouli, agarwood, sandalwood, civet and musk.

Disclaimer: “Děkuji” to Pigmentarium for the sample provided for this review. The opinions expressed are my own.

Emmanuelle Varron, Senior Editor and Paris Brand Ambassador

Pigmentarium Murmur review

Pigmentarium Murmur 50 ml bottle and shown in the brand’s latest photo campaign – © Hana Knížová / Pigmentarium.

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41 comments

  • Taleofarose says:

    If Murmur is a fragrance to be savored, as Emmanuelle is encouraging us, bursting with flavors that entice the skin to play sensual games, then let me succumb to its tricks.

    I live in Portugal/EU

  • Sorohan Adriana says:

    I am curious abbot this rose who brings a velvety and suave touch with all animalic touch.
    I am from Bucharest Romania Europe

  • FC says:

    Murmur seems like a fragrance that is absolutely created to exploring the ambery woody facets of a scent and eschews noise such as citrusy notes. I am in US.

  • Johnmc500 says:

    Love ” The amber facet immediately seizes my nostrils, plunging me into a warm and enveloping cocoon “.
    Sounds like a scent to have returning from a trip.
    Love the site and giveaways.
    Thanks so much…
    Oklahoma USA

  • Jeremi says:

    I feel that it’s a really detailed, beautiful and professionall review. It was so enjoyable. I live in Trzebnica, Poland, EU.

  • lillian33 says:

    I just adore amber and woody notes. Agarwood seems like it would amplify the Amber. Would love to give a try. From CT, USA.

  • Nikolina_84 says:

    Love the story behind this perfume – intriguing and confusing at the same time!
    Emmanuelle’s review is amazing as always, especially how she sums up the feeling: “Both intimate and expressive, Pigmentarium Murmur is a fragrance to be savored. Like whispers shared with your loved one, transported by the beats of two hearts united for a few minutes… or eternity.”
    Hugs from Croatia, EU.

  • BigMickyD says:

    That letter from Napoleon to Josephine is one of the funniest things I’ve read. I love myself some animalic notes in my fragrances, but I’m glad they toned it down a little from what they took inspiration from. And it has got to be said; It is not often that perfumers bail on the opening citrus, and moreover, having the amber really pop in it’s stead. Lovely review by Emmanuelle!

    Writing to you from Sweden/EU.

  • Alexa94 says:

    I’ve actually tried some fragrances from this house before, Erotikon and Azabache being my favourites. It seems that all of their fragrances try to go in that erotic and sensual direction, which I personally can appreciate since I currently lack that in my collection. “bursting forth, she delivers her carnality in small waves, playing hide and seek with my senses and my imagination.” Such lovely writing, I aspire to eventually write like this myself, so you’re of great inspiration, Emmanuelle!

    I live in Sweden, EU 🙂

  • LordKnut says:

    “Home in three days; don’t wash”, I actually burst out laughing from this. I always like to try out up-and-coming perfume brands, mostly because they can’t afford to put out something mainstream. Under the lens of the often harsh fragrance community, they have to put out something that will wow, that will evoke a unique feeling, that will leave you wanting more. This seems to be just that based off of Emmanuelle’s review, which, by the way, was as great as ever. Keep it up!

    I reside in Sweden/EU.

  • opalbear says:

    I live in California, and appreciated Emmanuelle’s description of the inspiration for this blend (great quote!!) and how it unfolds. I love an amber too note. It tells me we are ready for richness to come!

  • Starlit12 says:

    Murmur sounds like a subtle, yet present olfactive “come hither”, a fragrance full of carnal sensuality. I love smelling civet in modern perfumery; it was such a classic note in the big 80’s but now it is almost exclusively confined to niche, but I find the compositions to be much more varied than back in the day. The fact Murmur opens with amber is also quite interesting – like an upside down evolution of the perfume! Very interested to smell it.
    Writing from the EU.

  • Amaziz89 says:

    intimate and expressive, Pigmentarium Murmur is a fragrance to be savored. Like whispers shared with your loved one, transported by the beats of two hearts united for a few minutes… or eternity.

    Notes: amber, rose, patchouli, agarwood, sandalwood, civet and musk. I am intrigued by the notes especially Patchouli and Rose being my two favourite notes. A beautiful description by Emmanuel really fascinated by this house. Thanks a million from the UK

  • Ozzyaziz says:

    patchouli which in Pigmentarium Murmur plays on moist earthy nuances, evoking the moistness of the body as the desire for the loved one rises. Agarwood and sandalwood amplify the amber facet perceived the first few seconds, adding a few extra degrees of sensuality to my skin. The civet, dosed sparingly, brings the famous animal note that would have delighted Napoleon; bursting forth, she delivers her carnality in small waves, playing hide and seek with my senses and my imagination. Finally, musk offers its skin-deep roundness to a composition that blows on real olfactory embers. Both intimate and expressive, Pigmentarium Murmur is a fragrance to be savored. I am in love with all the notes sounds like something right up my street. Thanks a lot from the United Kingdom

  • Cuttyj77 says:

    Great review! This is my first time hearing of this house. I have read about Napoleon’s letter to Josephine before somewhere else, but was funny to add here. This sounds like something I would enjoy. Thanks for the draw! US.

  • Southirina says:

    Murmur is translated as whisper in Romanian and is a nice coincidence since this fragrance is like a whisper between two lovers, sensual and intense.
    Hugs from Romania

  • London says:

    I have never heard of this range before but it sounds amazing. I love the Napoleon and Josephine descriptions. I am in the U.K.

  • Ken White says:

    The note breakdown sounds wonderful and the description, “sensuality, animality and passion in a bottle.” I love these types of fragrances. New Jersey, USA

  • Claumarchini says:

    Thank you Emmanuelle for discovering a new brand, it sounds really interesting, already from the choices of the brand’s and fragrances’ names. Looking at the notes, I would have also gone for Murmur, especially now that temperatures are finally going down and I am craving my ambers, my sandalwood, my incenses and musks/animalic notes. It was interesting to know that the fragrance was inspired by the love between Napoleon and Josephine! Greetings from Milan

  • za3bolla says:

    Beautiful review. “Pigmentarium Murmur is a fragrance to be savored. Like whispers shared with your loved one, transported by the beats of two hearts united for a few minutes… or eternity.” I like independent artists because they are not bound by the usual commercial guidelines so they create magnificent scents. Agarwood/sandalwood/civet/and ambers and i like that it doesn’t start with citrus. Woukd love to try it. USA

  • Laurentiu says:

    I love amber and this does it for me: ‘The amber facet immediately seizes my nostrils, plunging me into a warm and enveloping cocoon, with a reassuring roundness’. I would love to try Pigmentarium Murmur. Thanks!
    EU

  • rmsssss says:

    I love how Emmanuelle describes this scent as both intimate and expressive. I’m a rose lover and the sensuality of this scent sounds divine. I would love to win a bottle! I’m in MN, USA.

  • AJ says:

    This sounds very warm and sexy. I loved this line, “Like whispers shared with your loved one, transported by the beats of two hearts united for a few minutes… or eternity”. A lovely and poetic way to describe a scent and a romance.

  • Arron_Q says:

    Emmanuelle’s review sounds simply tantalizing, Her descriptors of the fragrance’s carnality make me lust for it. The moist patchouli, the sensual amber, the sexy rose. Take me. Reading from the USA.

  • drjedi says:

    Pigmentarium Murmur is the kind of perfume I have been waiting for. Direct talk – no apologies, and no small talk. All the earthy notes and not much fluff – maybe too much for some sensitive noses, but I can’t wait to try it. Emmanuelle’s review was short and sweet, and conveyed well what the notes allude to. Thanks for the review and draw. I am in the USA.

  • skye says:

    It’s interesting that this perfume was inspired by the relationship between Napoleon and Josephine. I’ve heard that particular quote before and I suppose with the right person that sentiment would certainly apply. Murmur seems an ode to amber with rose and patchouli acting in concert. The civet and musk combine for some animalic sensuality. I love the whole Bohemian aspect of this perfume house and would love to try so,e of their offerings. MD, USA.

  • danniella says:

    Emmanuelle made me curious about the roundness of this perfume, rose and civet always sounds good, and how it is both intimate and expressive. I am from the EU

  • Clint Schradle says:

    To me this article evokes a feeling of passion, curiosity, sensuality and desire. A great story is what separates an ordinary object from a treasure. Murmur sounds like a treasure and very unique experience that I would love an opportunity to have.

    US

  • Dazi83 says:

    I’m not much of an animalistic perfume type and down own any, but Emmanuelle’s review got me to reconsider my opinion. Her perceivement of the scent got me really curious and the claim – Sensitive noses can be reassured: animality in Pigmentarium Murmur is dosed in a subtle way, perceptible but not overwhelming – made me even more sure that I want to try it!
    EU

  • k says:

    As always, your reviews are evocative and wonderfully emotional. Thanks for taking us along on this ride with Murmur. I’d especially like to experience the musky part that blows on the perfumes embers. Thank you for the review, writing from the EU.

  • PetaloDiCera says:

    “Home in three days; don’t wash”
    ..I think Emmanuelle gives us the perfect image for this words..
    “Both intimate and expressive, Pigmentarium Murmur is a fragrance to be savored. Like whispers shared with your loved one, transported by the beats of two hearts united for a few minutes… or eternity”
    I would like to savor it on my skin..

    Smiles from Italy, EU

  • Torax says:

    Emmanuelle really delivers great revies and this one is a great example. I think that Murmur is a fragrance that I did not expect but I really need in my life. The amber, the rose and patchouli makes it perfect and the fact that it is a intense fragrance makes it more appealing to me. I love that Pigmentarium uses raw materials on their perfumes, just amazing.
    I hope I win this one.
    USA here.

  • wallygator88 says:

    Thanks for the fun review Emmanuelle. Pigmentarium Murmur.

    I loved the comparison of this review with respect to Napoleon and Josephine and their amorous meeting!

    Cheers from WI, USA

  • wandering_nose says:

    I love how Pigmentarium Murmur instantly captivated Emmanuelle. Happy to learn about the new Czech brand, they sound very intriguing with their ambitious creations made with a unique approach of using raw materials that evoke personal emotions based on how they unfold on the wearer’s skin. I like the suggestive names and very aesthetically pleasing bottles. The amber in the opening of Murmur sounds like it draws one in with the first spray and takes the wearer on a truly sensual trip. The notes that follow add to Murmur’s sensuality, animality and passion. To wear it would be an ultimate delight to both myself and everyone around me with a special nod to the person who’s the closest to me. Thank you from the EU

  • Athena says:

    Very interesting description, you can practically visualize the mixture of ingredients on your skin. I would be very pleased to be able to test this perfume. I am with ME.

  • psebi101 says:

    Thanks for the review, the description on how the notes join and evolve sound promising and it seems to be a more natural smelling woody amber, not like the latest scratchy woody amber releases. So I am curious to try this one.
    I’m in the EU.

  • OliviaFin says:

    I’m dying to experience Murmur! Sensual, animalic scents are some of my favorite to wear. The rose and woody nuances are an added bonus
    I am from the United States

  • mmerline says:

    Pigmentarium is a terrific brand name. I wasn’t familiar with the Latin term, so I appreciated that little tidbit in this review. Reading about Murmur, it sounds like a striking animalic perfume, leading with amber, employing civet, and sticking exclusively to warm, round, musky tones. I appreciate the narrow focus Jakub Florian Hiermann brought to this fragrance—it sounds heady. Thanks for the evocative review, Emmanuelle.

    I’m in the midwest, USA.

  • sephrenia300 says:

    Lovely review Emmanuelle! I loved learning in Emmanuelle’s review that Murmur was inspired by the sensual relationship between Napoleon and Josephine, with the intense, passionate nature of their relationship reflected in the animalic aspects of the perfume. It sounds absolutely amazing to me, right up my alley, and I can’t wait to try it! I live in the US.