Tuberose + Frankincense by Waters + Wild Perfumery bottle
Waters + Wild Perfumery

Tuberose + Frankincense

4.1/5 · 8 votes Unisex 2016
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Fragrance notes

Notes

Character

Longevity2.3/5
Sillage2.9/5
Day100
Night100
Fall100
Spring83
Winter67
Summer17
Our take

Tuberose + Frankincense presents two distinct materials that sit side by side without one overtaking the other. The white floral facet is loud and creamy, carrying a heavy pollen weight that feels thick in the air. Frankincense runs alongside it with a dry, resinous edge that keeps the flower from becoming purely soft. The blend reads as amber and warm spice, with a fresh spicy lift that cuts through the density. Green touches appear in the background, adding a slight stem-like crispness to the petals. Woody notes ground the composition so it never floats away into something purely decorative.

The animalic accord is present and unmistakable. It gives the fragrance a slightly unwashed skin quality that some will find compelling and others will find off-putting. This is not a clean or polished office floral. It carries a raw texture that feels more suited to quiet streets under gray skies or a room filled with wool and wood furniture. The scent creates a specific atmosphere that demands a certain mood from the wearer. It is bold in personality even if it stays close to the body.

The materials themselves are recognizable, but the execution lacks a smooth transition between the resin and the flower. The tuberose can feel a bit screechy at times, pushing forward with a sharpness that the frankincense does not quite tame. It is a straightforward pairing that does not hide its rough edges. The resin provides a beautiful backdrop, yet the floral note occasionally becomes too singular in its intensity, making the overall wear feel somewhat unbalanced.

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