Prince of Darkness by Serge Dumonten bottle
Serge Dumonten

Prince of Darkness

4.0/5 · 11 votes Unisex
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Fragrance notes

Notes

Character

Longevity3.9/5
Sillage3.4/5
Day38
Night100
Winter100
Fall75
Spring38
Summer25
Our take

You want something that feels like walking through wet soil under a heavy sky. This blend brings moss and earth together with a dark, boozy rum that smells rich and slightly sticky. Cashmeran adds a smooth, musky wood that rounds out the sharper green edges without making the scent feel polished or clean. It is a raw, slightly messy composition that leans into its own weight. The rum here is not sweet like a cocktail, but deep and fermented, sitting close to the skin alongside damp moss. It feels personal and a bit withdrawn, suited to someone who prefers a fragrance that stays close and feels lived in.

There is no bright lift here, just a steady, grounding presence that fits a quiet street at night or a cold room with the windows open. It suits cooler weather and evening hours when you want to feel wrapped in something substantial. Those who like airy citrus or clean laundry scents will find this far too heavy and murky. It is best for wearers who enjoy scents that feel a bit untamed and prefer their wood notes damp rather than dry. The overall impression is shadowed and resonant, built on rum.

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