State Of Mind Aesthetic Turbulence

for women and men

State Of Mind Aesthetic Turbulence is a woody unisex scent that mixes crisp citrus, tea, leather, and soft musk into a smart, confident daily wear.

State Of Mind Aesthetic Turbulence

State Of Mind Aesthetic Turbulence

3.4 oz EDP Spray
$295.00 USD
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State Of Mind Aesthetic Turbulence
$295.00 USD

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Scent Dossier

State Of Mind Aesthetic Turbulence is a woody unisex fragrance with a crisp, aromatic start and a dry, slightly powdery heart built around black tea, iris, and violet. As it settles, cedar, leather, musk, and patchouli give it a clean yet grounded finish with more texture than a basic fresh scent. It fits casual wear, evenings out, date nights, and dressier moments, especially in Fall, Spring, and Winter.

Accords

Woody
Leather
Aromatic
Powdery
Musky
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A Scent For

This suits someone who likes structure, texture, and a slightly intellectual feel over easy sweetness or loud freshness. It makes sense for a shopper who wants one scent that can handle a dinner, a gallery, a night out, or a polished daytime look without feeling stiff. Many wearers describe it as distinctive without being difficult. Not the best pick if you want a bright, breezy, barely-there scent or huge projection.

Occasions

Casual
Casual
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal

Seasons

Fall
Fall
Spring
Spring
Winter
Winter

Time

Versatile
Versatile

Sillage

Sillage
3/4
Strong

Longevity

Longevity
4/5
Long Lasting

When and Where

Fall, Spring, and Winter are where this feels most natural, especially from daytime into evening when the woody leather character can breathe a little. It has enough presence for date night, dinners, and formal settings, but it is still controlled enough for casual wear if you like a sharper, drier style. I would skip it for very hot weather or gym use, where the powdery leather and musk can feel too dressed up.

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Bergamot
Bergamot
Cardamom
Cardamom
Grapefruit
Grapefruit

Middle Notes

Black Tea
Black Tea
Iris
Iris
Violet
Violet

Base Notes

Cedar
Cedar
Leather
Leather
Musk
Musk
Patchouli
Patchouli

Deeper Detail

How it Opens

Bright citrus gives this an immediate clean bite, with bergamot and grapefruit keeping it lively while cardamom adds a cool, spicy edge rather than kitchen-style warmth. Very quickly, you get a more tailored feel than a sporty fresh scent. There is lift and clarity up top, but it already hints at something drier and more composed underneath, so it feels intentional from the start instead of casual or sugary.

How it develops

After the citrus fades back, black tea becomes the key detail, adding a dry, slightly bitter sophistication that keeps the scent from turning soft or fluffy. Iris and violet bring a powdery texture, but not in a makeup-heavy way; it reads more clean and pressed. The base stays woody and musky with a worn-leather effect and patchouli adding earthy depth, so it grows fuller without becoming dense or overly sweet.

History

Released in 2017, Aesthetic Turbulence sits in a more niche-leaning, style-conscious part of the market rather than the usual mass-appeal fresh crowd. Within State Of Mind, it comes across as a distinctive woody composition that uses tea, leather, and powdery floral touches to create a dressed-up but wearable profile for shoppers who want character without extreme heaviness.

Perfumier

Country of Origin

France

Year Created

2017

Our Verdict

Buy this if you want a woody scent with tea, leather, and powdery depth that feels smart and distinctive without turning heavy. Skip it if you prefer bright citrus freshness, sweetness, or a louder statement.

The Closest Scents to State Of Mind Aesthetic Turbulence

Aesthetic Turbulence is a woody leather scent with aromatic, powdery touches and a subtle tea-like nuance. This edit gathers fragrances that share its woody foundation and versatile character, but each one shifts the focus toward citrus, spice, or floral accents. The collection offers variety while staying rooted in the same sophisticated, unisex territory.

Xerjoff 17/17 Stone Label Richwood

Xerjoff 17/17 Stone Label Richwood

for women and men
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Richwood shares the woody aromatic foundation of Aesthetic Turbulence, with bergamot and grapefruit top notes that echo the source's citrus opening. Where Aesthetic Turbulence uses tea and violet, Richwood leans into a sweeter, more resinous base of labdanum and vanilla, making it warmer and more opulent. The musk and patchouli in both create a smooth, lingering finish.

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Woody
Citrus
Aromatic
Musky
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Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
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Travel

Scholar's Mate aligns with Aesthetic Turbulence through its woody aromatic profile and bergamot-cardamom opening. The difference is a sharper, more spicy character from saffron and lavender in the heart, and a drier cedar-vetiver base. This scent feels more brisk and formal, while Aesthetic Turbulence has a softer, powdery texture from iris and violet.

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Mind Games Prodigy

Mind Games Prodigy

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Prodigy matches the woody leather essence of Aesthetic Turbulence, with a similar bergamot and saffron start. However, Prodigy introduces a suede note and warm spices like pink pepper, making it more overtly sensual and evening-oriented. Its base of amber, musk, and vanilla adds a sweetness absent from the source's more austere tea and iris composition.

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Woody
Amber
Warm Spicy
Musky
Leather
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Date Night
Date Night

This scent shares the woody aromatic character of Aesthetic Turbulence, with bergamot and grapefruit top notes. The key difference is its focus on vetiver and earthy accords, creating a greener, more mineral feel. Where Aesthetic Turbulence has a leathery, powdery heart, this one stays crisp and fresh, with incense adding a subtle smokiness. It is lighter and more casual overall.

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Woody
Citrus
Aromatic
Fresh Spicy
Earthy
Casual
Casual
Everyday
Everyday
Work / Office
Work / Office

Vetiver Extraordinaire connects with Aesthetic Turbulence through its woody aromatic backbone and citrus opening. The divergence is in its dominant vetiver note, which gives a dry, earthy, and green character, while Aesthetic Turbulence is softer and more floral with iris and violet. The musk and oakmoss base here is more traditional, lacking the leathery warmth of the source.

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Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Fresh Spicy
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Casual
Casual
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Everyday
Evening Out
Evening Out
Work / Office
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Cartier Declaration

Cartier Declaration

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Declaration echoes the woody aromatic structure of Aesthetic Turbulence, with a complex citrus top of bergamot, bitter orange, and neroli. It differs by incorporating spicy notes like caraway and coriander, plus a leathery tea base that parallels the source's tea note but feels more bitter and herbal. The overall effect is sharper and more classic, with less powderiness.

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Woody
Fresh Spicy
Aromatic
Citrus
Warm Spicy
Casual
Casual
Everyday
Everyday
Work / Office
Work / Office
Dior Fahrenheit

Dior Fahrenheit

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Fahrenheit shares the woody leather accord that defines Aesthetic Turbulence, with a similar bergamot and lavender opening. The difference is Fahrenheit's distinctive floral heart of violet leaf and honeysuckle, plus a nutmeg warmth that creates a more iconic, avant-garde character. Its leather base is heavier and more petrol-like, whereas Aesthetic Turbulence remains smoother and more refined.

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Woody
Leather
Aromatic
Fresh Spicy
Floral
Casual
Casual
Date Night
Date Night
Everyday
Everyday
Evening Out
Evening Out
Xerjoff Shooting Stars Blue Hope

Xerjoff Shooting Stars Blue Hope

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Blue Hope aligns with Aesthetic Turbulence through its woody amber structure and citrus top of bergamot and mandarin. It diverges with a prominent saffron and jasmine heart, adding a spicy floral dimension, and a base of castoreum and labdanum that gives a leathery, animalic warmth. This scent is richer and more oriental, while the source is more powdery and understated.

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Woody
Amber
Floral
Citrus
Leather
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Date Night
Date Night

1 Million Royal shares the woody aromatic character of Aesthetic Turbulence, with bergamot and cardamom in the opening. The difference is a sweeter, more modern profile with benzoin and cedar, plus a vibrant mandarin note. It lacks the leather and iris of the source, instead offering a fresher, more casual feel suited for daytime and social events.

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Woody
Aromatic
Fresh Spicy
Amber
Citrus
Casual
Casual
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Party
Party

Original Vetiver connects with Aesthetic Turbulence through its woody citrus opening, featuring bergamot and mandarin. The main contrast is its crisp, green vetiver core with a light musk and ambergris base, creating a much fresher, more transparent scent. Aesthetic Turbulence is deeper and more complex, with leather and powdery florals that give it greater richness.

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Woody
Citrus
Fresh
Aromatic
Musky
Everyday
Everyday
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Work / Office
Casual
Casual
Travel
Travel
Byredo Gypsy Water

Byredo Gypsy Water

for women and men
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Gypsy Water shares the woody aromatic family of Aesthetic Turbulence, with bergamot and pepper top notes. It differs by focusing on pine needles, incense, and a vanilla-amber base, creating a more outdoorsy, spiritual character. The source's leather and iris are replaced here with a lighter, more airy structure, making Gypsy Water feel more casual and ethereal.

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Aromatic
Citrus
Vanilla
Amber
Casual
Casual
Everyday
Everyday
Travel
Travel
Work / Office
Work / Office
Xerjoff Oud Stars Ceylon

Xerjoff Oud Stars Ceylon

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Oud Stars Ceylon parallels Aesthetic Turbulence in its woody amber foundation and bergamot opening. The key difference is its prominent black tea and jasmine heart, which echoes the source's tea note but adds a floral sweetness, plus an oud base that brings a smoky, animalic depth. This scent is more opulent and exotic, while Aesthetic Turbulence remains more understated and powdery.

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Woody
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Amber
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